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BNS307 Intelligence in National Security

  • Department National Security
  • Level Upper
  • Format Online
  • Credits 3

Description

This course focuses on the United States Intelligence Community and the processes to collect, analyze, and disseminate intelligence to national security policymakers. Students examine what intelligence is, the development of the Intelligence Community agencies, and the role each agency contributes to national security. Application of critical thinking is used to determine the methodology of conducing intelligence in a democracy in order to define what the Intelligence Community can, or cannot do. This course will benefit students interested in national security, military studies, international relations, and political science.

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Prerequisites

This course does not require any prerequisites.

Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC)

To be designated as a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) course, all instructional materials will be provided at no cost to students. These may include Open Educational Resources (OER), free materials, or library resources. Check your syllabus for more information.

Sections

Listing all available sections for this course, including their term, duration, and dates.
Term Dates Term & Duration Format
January 5, 2026 to March 1, 2026 Spring I - 8 Week Online
May 4, 2026 to June 28, 2026 Summer I - 8 Week Online