Timeroom: Fall 2023

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Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 810 (M1) - National Security Policy and the Intelligence Community

Nat Sec Policy

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 1 (08/28/2023 - 10/20/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   25  
CRN: 14035
This course provides students an introduction to United States national security policy and the role of the intelligence community. Current and historical case studies will highlight the functions and limits of intelligence activities in support of decision makers policy making and implementation. In this course we survey political, institutional, and cultural challenges confronting analysts as they strive to provide intelligence products relevant to strategic and tactical policy goals.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: Andrew Macpherson
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 10/20/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 830 (M1) - National Security Research Design and Methods

NATSEC Research Methods

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 1 (08/28/2023 - 10/20/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14036
In this class students explore the differences between academic research and intelligence analysis. We will explore research design and how to select a research approach based on intelligence requirements. You will learn about the ethical conduct of social science research. Building on the framework of intelligence requirements you will learn how to define a research problem and develop related research questions, hypothesis, and design research using appropriate methods.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: Bridget Nolan
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 10/20/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 840 (M1) - National Security Qualitative Research Design and Analysis

NATSEC Qualitative Research

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 2 (10/30/2023 - 12/22/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14037
Qualitative research refers to meanings, concepts, definitions, characteristics, metaphors, symbols, and descriptions of phenomena for study in the natural world. In this class we make linkages to existing research theories and intelligence methodologies. We introduce case study research and design issues.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: Bridget Nolan
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
10/30/2023 12/22/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 880 (M1) - Analytical Writing and Briefing Seminar

Analytical Writing Seminar

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 2 (10/30/2023 - 12/22/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   25  
CRN: 14038
Students in this course will investigate the cognitive science behind writing and intelligence analysis. Topics include heuristics and chunking, speaking and writing, writing schemes, creativity, analytical writing, organization, presentation, collaboration, editing, case studies, presenting technical information, and decision-maker feedback. Case studies on the psychology of political behavior are presented.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: John Borek
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
10/30/2023 12/22/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 890 (M1) - National Security Quantitative Research Design and Analysis II

NATSEC Quantitative Res II

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 1 (08/28/2023 - 10/20/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14747
In this course students will develop a data science tool kit they may use to investigate research questions. The methodological approaches students will be exposed to include linear regression, classification, resampling methods, linear model selection, tree-based methods, unsupervised learning, and network analysis. Ethical approaches to the use of data science are reviewed in this class.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: Katharine Cunningham
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
8/28/2023 10/20/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE
Manchester   Coll of Professional Studies :: Nat Sec Intel Analysis

NSIA 898 (M1) - Master's Capstone

Master's Capstone

Online Course Delivery Method: Online (no campus visits), EUNH
Credits: 3.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Term 2 (10/30/2023 - 12/22/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:   20  
CRN: 14748
The capstone provides the opportunity to demonstrate the students? mastery of program materials, areas of specialization, and professional goals, in a single intelligence product. In cooperation with a core faculty advisor, each student team designs, researches, and implements a project that is comprehensive and demonstrates their competency to perform as an analyst.
Only listed majors in section: NAT SEC INT ANL
Instructors: Andrew Macpherson
Start Date End Date Days Time Location
10/30/2023 12/22/2023 Hours Arranged ONLINE