Intelligence Analysis Certificate Online

Program Overview

The Intelligence Analysis Certificate from the University of West Florida is a 12-hour online program that prepares students for careers in intelligence analysis. The program covers open source intelligence, national security, technical intelligence, and HUMINT. Graduates can pursue careers as information security analysts, cybersecurity consultants, or certified ethical hackers, with a median annual salary of over $100,000.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Intelligence Analysis Certificate program from the University of West Florida is a fully online, 12-hour undergraduate certificate that immerses students in scenarios that mirror real-life situations faced by intelligence analysts.
• Objectives: The program equips students with the skills necessary to succeed in intelligence analysis in national security, law enforcement, public and private agencies, and businesses.
• Description: Students will learn to interpret large datasets from intelligence sources, analyze geospatial data to identify and characterize patterns and associations, communicate effectively with various entities within the intelligence community, and develop intelligence products vital to effective decision-making.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program focuses on open source intelligence, national security, technical intelligence, and HUMINT (human intelligence derived from questioning and interpersonal interactions).
• Structure: The program consists of four required courses (12 credit hours):
• EME 3003 - Open Source Intelligence
• EME 3002 - Intelligence and National Security
• EME 4001 - HUMINT Operations
• EME 4474 - Technical Intelligence Collection
• Additional Options: Two recommended options (4 credit hours) are available to round out the student's skills:
• GIS 4043 - Geographic Information Systems

Careers:

• Career Paths: Potential career paths for graduates include:
• Information Security Analysts
• Cybersecurity Consultants
• Certified Ethical Hackers
• Opportunities: Graduates can pursue advancement in a variety of careers, including:
• Overseeing cybersecurity in businesses and organizations
• Ensuring secure systems for businesses and companies
• Identifying weak spots and strengthening cybersecurity
• Outcomes: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and PayScale:
• Information Security Analysts made a median annual salary of $102,600 in 2021, with job growth predicted to increase by 35% through 2031.
• Cybersecurity Consultants/Analysts make an annual salary of $87,737, with job growth expected to increase by 32% through 2028.
• Certified Ethical Hackers earn an annual salary of $79,256, with job growth expected to increase by 28% through 2028.