National Security Intelligence Analysis (M.S.)

Program Overview

The National Security Intelligence Analysis MS program at UNH provides a comprehensive understanding of national security issues, intelligence operations, and research methods. Delivered fully online, the program equips graduates with analytical, writing, and organizational skills for leadership roles in government, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector. Graduates are prepared to address complex security challenges and contribute to evidence-based decision-making.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The National Security Intelligence Analysis Master of Science (MS) program at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the fields of government, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector by addressing the complex challenges of our time.

Objectives:

• Develop a deep understanding of national security issues, strategies, and policies both domestically and internationally.
• Gain advanced knowledge of national security intelligence as a phenomenon and the operations of intelligence organizations around the world.
• Attain proficiency in designing and conducting original qualitative and quantitative research.
• Acquire the ability to ethically collect, clean, organize, and store data in accordance with institutional, legal, and professional standards.
• Achieve a high level of analytical excellence, including critical thinking, both qualitative and quantitative methods, and the mitigation of inherent and induced uncertainty.
• Enhance writing, editing, presentation, and organizational skills.

Program Structure:

The NSIA program is fully offered online, structured to be completed within one calendar year for full-time students or two years for part-time students. The curriculum comprises ten courses (30 credits) delivered online.

Courses:

• NSIA 810: National Security Policy and the Intelligence Community
• NSIA 820: Intelligence Analysis
• NSIA 830: National Security Research Design and Methods
• NSIA 840: National Security Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
• NSIA 850: Intelligence Analysis Case Studies
• NSIA 860: Survey Design and Analysis
• NSIA 870: National Security Quantitative Research Design and Analysis I
• NSIA 880: Analytical Writing and Briefing Seminar
• NSIA 890: National Security Quantitative Research Design and Analysis II

Careers:

Graduates of the NSIA program are well-prepared for leadership roles in government, the private sector, and the not-for-profit sector. The program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to address complex security issues and contribute to evidence-based decision-making. Graduates are motivated to serve in government and civil society, and they are committed to lifelong learning and professional development.