Intelligence Analysis

Now more than ever, the intelligence community needs talented national security thinkers and leaders to address the increasingly complex challenges posed by the current global security environment.

Become one of these leaders by earning a Graduate Certificate in Intelligence, an exciting new credential from the University of Maryland School of Public Policy and be part of the solution.

During the Fall 2026 semester, we will be offering PLCY 798F: Moral Foundations of Intelligence.

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Program Outcomes

Enhanced critical thinking and leadership skills applicable to complex national security challenges
Refined proficiencies and tools for identifying and deconstructing geopolitical risks and opportunities
Deepened understanding of intelligence history and bureaucratic processes
Improved communication skills and expanded expertise

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Curriculum

The Graduate Certificate in Intelligence consists of four three-credit courses (12 graduate academic credits in total). To complete the certificate, students must complete the following courses:

PLCY698C Intelligence Policy and National Security
PLCY699R Critical Thinking for Analysts
PLCY724 Problems of Global Security
PLCY798F Moral Foundations of Intelligence

The program has a number of partial, no strings attached tuition assistance awards available. Please contact for further details about how you might benefit.

Selected Faculty

Charles Harry

Associate Research Professor; Director, GoTech; Senior Research Associate, CISSM

Charles Harry is a senior leader, practitioner and researcher with over 20 years of experience in intelligence and cyber operations. Harry is the director of the Center for Governance of Technology and Systems (GoTech) and Associate Research Professor in the School of Public Policy.

Areas of Interest

International security; cybersecurity; data science; complexity theory; intelligence

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William M. Nolte

Research Professor

William M. Nolte is the former director of education and training in the office of the Director of National Intelligence and chancellor of the National Intelligence University. He is a former deputy assistant director of central intelligence, Central Intelligence Agency.

Areas of Interest

Intelligence; homeland security; intelligence/policy relationships

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Lena Andrews

Associate Research Professor, CISSM; Senior Fellow, Executive Programs

Lena Andrews is an associate research professor in the University of Maryland School of Public Policy and an affiliate of the Center for International and Security Studies at Maryland (CISSM).

Areas of Interest

Military effectiveness; civil-military relations; intelligence policy; identity and national security

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Steve Fetter

Professor; Senior Fellow, CISSM

Steve Fetter has been a professor in the School of Public Policy since 1988, serving as dean from 2005 to 2009. He also has served as associate provost and dean of the Graduate School and as associate provost for academic affairs.

Areas of Interest

Nuclear arms control & nonproliferation; nuclear energy & releases of radiation; climate change; low-carbon energy supply

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Ann White

Lecturer; Senior Research Associate, GoTech, CISSM

Ann White is an intelligence and cybersecurity professional with over 35 years of experience using technology and repeatable processes to scale problem solving for national security.

Areas of Interest

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