The Core Intelligence Research Training provides students with the essential research skills and knowledge to be effective within an intelligence, performance or investigation environment. The training has also been designed to meet the Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) standards for Intelligence Researchers and is CPD accredited with the CPD Standards Office in the UK.

The training explores the theory of research methodology, how to apply them in the workplace and the links to the analysis stage.

To enable students to gain confidence in their newly acquired skills and knowledge, a practical scenario is embedded throughout the training. The students benefit from the use of various methods of teaching such as course handouts, presentations, practical exercises and break-out sessions.

Learning outcomes: Define the research role Describe the analytical and investigative roles Awareness of appropriate legislation and evaluation of information Define a term of reference and how to meet time critical deadlines Demonstrate the difference between qualitative and quantitative research Compare how critical and creative thinking skills impact on the outcome Explore and present various research methodologies Highlight the risks associated with data quality and accuracy using open and closed sources Demonstrate the stages of the intelligence cycle Outline the principles and benefits of the 5WH Awareness of how research aids analysis and inference development / matrix Discuss key findings, produce an information / intelligence summary, identify gaps and SMART recommendations Create and present a briefing document

Who should attend?
The training should be attended by those who are involved in research, for example Researchers, Intelligence Officers, Investigators, Case Handlers and Field Intelligence Development Officers. This list is not exhaustive to other roles within a research function.

Cost:
Please contact us for course costs.

The training can be held at your location with a maximum of 12 students.

If you do not have this number of students who need the training, please contact us to discuss your requirements, as other options are available.