Digital technologies are changing business, government and society worldwide. Clearly, they’re opening up new risks and opportunities for every sector of the world economy. Such “futurology” may offer you the big picture, but what does a digital world mean for you, personally? Will you be ready for an automated, AI-assisted, big-data-driven employment future?
This Intelligence Analyst Certification Course provides you with an answer to these questions, and it does so from a unique perspective: by introducing you to the world of intelligence analysis. First, this course explains some of the skills that will command a premium in the digital age, and why. Then, it offers you mental models and practical frameworks developed by the UK intelligence community to give you a cognitive edge in understanding the digital world.
Why Choose Our Intelligence Analyst Certification Bundle Course Bundle
- Designed & developed by qualified professionals
- Fully online and voice instructed course
- High-quality online study materials
- Instant E-certificate after completion
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet and smartphone-friendly
- Smart assessment & instant result
- 24/7 access to the course for 12 months
- Tutor Support on weekdays
- Opportunities in exploring new careers
- 2 additional free courses
Courses Included in this Intelligence Analyst Certification Bundle Course Bundle:
Course 1: Intelligence Analyst Certification
Course 2: Microsoft Excel from A-Z
Course 3: Data Analyst: Retail Data Analyst
Course 4: Data Entry Administrator
Course Curriculum
Course 4: Intelligence Analyst Certification
Module 01: Defining Intelligence Analysis
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Introduction
- What is Intelligence?
- What Is Intelligence Analysis?
- Origins of Intelligence
- Commonalities
- Analysis Requirements
- Crime Analysis
- Military Intelligence Analysis
- The Hybrid Threat
Module 02: Development of Intelligence Analysis
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Introduction
- The Emergence of a Discipline
- What Makes You a Complete Analyst
- The Evolution of Intelligence Analysis
- Rebuilding Analysis
- The objectivity of Intelligence Analysis
- Analysing Intelligence Analysis
- Continuing Challenges
- Your Understanding
- Intelligence Analysis as A Discipline
Module 03: The Intelligence Cycle
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Introduction
- The Intelligence Cycle
- The Phases of the Cycle
Module 04: Critical Thinking and Structuring
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Introduction
- Defining Critical Thinking
- Standards for Critical Thinking
- Skill-Based Approach
- A Disposition to Think Critically
- The Role of Questions
- Pseudo-Critical Thinking
- Which Will Encourage You to Think Critically
- The Costs and Benefits of Thinking Critically
Module 05: Analysis Process and Best Practice
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Introduction
- Identify and Write for Your Audience
- Organise Your Information for the User
- Defining the problem
- Generating the Hypothesis
- The Collection Process
- Preparing and Conducting Your Briefings
Module 06: Intelligence and National Security
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Know about National Security Strategy
- Key Messages from the NSS
- A Redefinition of National Security
- Adopting Anticipatory Policies
- Building National Resilience
- Use Your Intelligence for Public Security
- Conclusion
Module 07: Legal Issues and Ethics
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Keeping Secrecy of Your Work
- War and Peace
- Ends vs Means
- Nature of the Opponent
- Changes in Ethics and Morals
- Understanding HUMINT
- Covert Action
- Truth-Telling
- Analytic Pressures
Module 08: Your Role, Responsibilities, and Functions as an Analyst
In this course module, we will cover the following topics:
- Your Role and Function
- Know Your Responsibilities
- Special Challenges You Might Face
- Conclusion
Course 2: Microsoft Excel from A-Z
- Module 01: Excel Sort and Filter
- Module 02: Functions in Excel
- Module 03: Conditional Formatting
- Module 04: Data Validation
- Module 05: Pivot Tables and Charts
- Module 06: Data Analysis in Excel
- Module 08: Getting and Transforming Data
- Module 09: Presenting and Reporting
- Module 010: Validating and Updating
- Module 11: Macros and VBA
- Module 12: Excel Dashboard
Course 3: Data Analyst: Retail Data Analyst
Module 01: Introduction to Retail Analytics
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- What is Retail Analytics?
- Complications in Retail Analytics
- Retail Organisation
- Communicating with the Retail Organisation
- Data Collection
- Importance of Data
- Data as Revenue: The Price of Retail Data
Module 02: Retail Psychology
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- Introduction
- The Basics of the Psychology of the Store
- What You Are Trying to Achieve with Psychology
- How Effective Psychology Can be in the Success of your Store
- What your Store Would Be Like without Psychology
Module 03: Retail Data Analytics
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- Hard-Core Terms
- Market Basket
- Data Storage 101
- Data without Use is Overhead
- Competitor Threat Analytics
- Celebrity Marketing: Tracking Effectiveness
Module 04: Benefits of Retail Analytics
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- The ‘Why’ and ‘What’ of Retail Analytics
- The Opportunity and the Challenge
- Converting Insights into Profits
- Using Data to Find New Micro Markets
Module 05: Retail Strategy
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- Strategy Defined
- Developing a Strategy Framework
- Corporate Strategy
- Store Strategy
- Growth Strategies
Module 06: Retail Buying and Merchandising
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- Buying and Merchandising Roles
- Centralised and Decentralised Buying
- Organisational Buying Theories
- Buying Branded and ‘Designer’ Merchandise
- Buying Own-Label Merchandise
- The Retail Buying Cycle
- Retail Buying for Online and Mail Order (Home Shopping) Companies
Module 07: Forecasting
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- What is Forecasting?
- Importance of Forecasting in Retail Business
- Target Definition
- Decision Trees
- Ensemble Methods
- The Linear Model
- Neural Networks
Module 08: Retail Pricing
This Retail Data Analytics Course module covers the following topics:
- Introduction
- Retail Market Levels: Mass Market, Middle-Market and Luxury
- Retail Pricing: Objectives and Strategies
- Implementing Demand-Based Pricing Strategies
- Price Elasticity
- The Relationship Between Price and Value
- Markdowns: Seasonal Sales, Reductions and Offers
Module 09: Analytics Software
Module 10: Supply Chain Management in Retailing
Module 11: The Sales Process and Dealing with Customers at the Checkout
Module 12: Selling in Multiple Channels
Module 13: Taking Trends and Targeting Customers Effectively
Course 4: Data Entry Administrator
- Module 01: Introduction to Data Entry
- Module 02: Using the Computer for Data Entry
- Module 03: Common Rules and Guidelines for Data Entry
- Module 04: Using Excel for Efficient Data Entry
- Module 05: Using Excel’s Flash Fill and Autofill to Automate Data Entry
- Module 06: How to Create a Data Entry Form in Excel?
- Module 07: Using Statistics Packages in Data Entry
