JST450 Introduction to Intelligence (8)

This subject provides the student with an introductory overview to the theory and practice of intelligence. It will equip the student with a foundational understanding of and knowledge about intelligence theory, the contexts of intelligence practice, intelligence analysis and the role of intelligence. Moreover, this subject introduces the basic skills that analysts and intelligence professionals need to meet the obligations of their role.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Manly Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Manly Campus
Session 3 (90)
Online
Manly Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: JST450. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • demonstrate application of knowledge of a range of contemporary intelligence practitioner issues and problems (particularly related to the role of intelligence, technology, ethics, management, and the role of the private sector);
  • make high level, independent judgments in a range of intelligence contexts, including preparing intelligence briefs and evaluating case studies;
  • demonstrate highly developed written communication skills in the context of intelligence briefs and other written tasks; and
  • demonstrate through written intelligence products, advanced cognitive skills and the ability to evaluate complex problems.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • The CSU intelligence analysis program
  • Critical reasoning and analysis
  • Intelligence basics
  • The intelligence professional
  • Intelligence, ethics and the law
  • National security intelligence
  • Military intelligence
  • Criminal intelligence
  • Intelligence in the private sector

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of JST450 in Session 3 2020. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Assessment item 1
10
2
Assessment item 2
30
3
Assessment item 3
50
4
Assessment 4 - forum participation
10

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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