Intelligence Analysis Training — Structured Analytic Techniques for Investigators
Learn the Intelligence Cycle, structured analytic techniques (SATs), and professional report writing. From the initial question to a finished intelligence product.
4 chapters, 10 lessons, lifetime access. Based on Pherson/Heuer, Pherson/Pherson, and Donner/Gnad/Pherson.
Collecting Data Is Not Enough
Investigators and analysts invest significant time in gathering information. But the real challenge begins afterward: How do you assess source quality? How do you avoid cognitive biases? How do you move from raw data to robust conclusions?
Without structured analytic methods, results remain subjective, hypotheses go untested, and reports lack persuasiveness. This costs time and compromises decision-making.
What this means for you:
This training bridges the gap between research and results. You learn how to systematically evaluate information and transform it into compelling intelligence products.
What You'll Learn in This Training
In 4 chapters and 10 lessons, you master the key analysis methods for professional intelligence work.
Structured Analytic Techniques
ACH, Red Team Analysis, structured brainstorming, and other proven techniques that reduce cognitive biases and lead to more robust results.
Source Evaluation and Critical Thinking
Systematic evaluation of sources and information. You learn to assess reliability and recognize your own cognitive blind spots.
Intelligence Reports and Briefings
From analysis results to compelling reports. You learn to create intelligence products that support decision-making.
4 Chapters, 10 Lessons — Compact and Practice-Oriented
Each chapter builds on the previous one. From the fundamentals of the Intelligence Cycle to independent case analysis.
Chapter 1: Fundamentals (2 lessons)
The Intelligence Cycle as a framework for systematic analysis. Critical thinking for investigators: recognizing and avoiding cognitive biases.
Chapter 2: Structured Analytic Techniques (3 lessons)
Analysis of Competing Hypotheses (ACH), structured brainstorming and exploration techniques, Red Team Analysis, Devil's Advocacy, and “What If” analysis.
Chapter 3: Evaluation and Communication (3 lessons)
Source evaluation following established standards, writing intelligence reports, and creating briefings for decision support.
Chapter 4: Practice (2 lessons)
Case study: from the initial question to a finished intelligence product. Summary and next steps for your analysis practice.
This Course Is For
Investigators and analysts looking to deepen their analytical skills
OSINT analysts in corporate security and compliance
Threat intelligence and due diligence professionals
Investigators at police, customs, and law enforcement agencies
Private investigators and detectives
Anyone who wants to learn systematic analysis methods
The ideal complement to our OSINT trainings.
While our OSINT courses teach research techniques, this training focuses on the systematic evaluation and assessment of collected information.
What's Included?
Intelligence Analysis Training
€490 plus VAT
4 chapters, 10 lessons, lifetime access
4 chapters with 10 practice-oriented lessons
Lifetime access to all course content
All future updates free of charge
Access via web browser, iOS and Android app
Certificate of completion
Technical support for login and platform issues
Content-related 1:1 coaching (additional fee)
Individual consulting for specific use cases
All prices plus VAT. Lifetime access including all updates.
All courses in one package?
Get all 5 courses in the Complete Package for €4,500 net and save €950 (17%).
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Take the Next Step in Intelligence Analysis
Anyone can collect data. The difference lies in the analysis. With this training, you learn to turn information into robust intelligence.
You analyze more systematically
You avoid cognitive biases
You deliver compelling results
All prices plus VAT. Lifetime access including all updates.