Does anyone know of a good Graduate program besides AMU for an Intelligence oriented Degree?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:37:35 -0500

I currently hold a Bachelors of Arts in Intelligence Studies from AMU. I believe that it is best to attend a new school. However, I am having a hard time finding one that offers a regionally accredited online Intelligence ordinated degree. My Career goal is to work in long term strategic Intelligence Planning with an agency or the state department. If someone has a better idea, let me know.

Response by 2d Lt Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 3 at 2016 11:39 PM

2d Lt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:39:22 -0500

Why do you think it's best to go to a new school?

Response by SFC Randy Purham made Feb 3 at 2016 11:40 PM

SFC Randy Purham — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:40:56 -0500

What is your reason for leaving AMU? I would finish out with them and take advantage of the network opportunities they have to offer. Have you joined the various clubs and chapters they have to enhance your endeavors?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 3 at 2016 11:41 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:41:12 -0500

Check out Liberty University online programs, I'm doing Master of Arts in Executive Leadership (MAEL) but they are regionally accredited and give military discount, with great support, I'd recommend them to anyone!

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 3 at 2016 11:42 PM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:42:15 -0500

Maybe don't focus on intelligence and rather focus on strategic relations. I know catholic university has a good strategic relations degree. My friend did it after AMU and loved it. You'd be hard pressed to find a school that is not military oriented that would offer a specifically intelligence focused program. Take a look at Norwich too. They have some good stuff out there.

Response by LTJG Dave Dempsey made Feb 3 at 2016 11:44 PM

LTJG Dave Dempsey — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 23:44:49 -0500

Mercyhurst University has a MS in Applied Intelligence that can be completed online. Probably the strongest option.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2016 12:15 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 00:15:34 -0500

To expand the question: does anyone know of Master's Programs at any accredited, NFP schools that would make for good areas of study for military advancement?

Response by SPC David S. made Feb 4 at 2016 12:25 AM

SPC David S. — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 00:25:43 -0500

American Military University - I don't see the harm in staying. Have you considered an International Relations degree with a regional focus and corresponding foreign language.

https://www.amu.apus.edu/academic/schools/security-and-global-studies/masters/intelligence-studies.html

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Response by MSG Don H. made Feb 4 at 2016 2:51 AM

MSG Don H. — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 02:51:36 -0500

I saw that university of Maryland does

Response by SCPO Jason McLaughlin made Feb 4 at 2016 6:34 AM

SCPO Jason McLaughlin — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 06:34:49 -0500

If you happen to be in the D.C. area, Missouri State has an Masters in Defense and Strategic studies that you may be interested in.....

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2016 8:06 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 08:06:55 -0500

SFC Private RallyPoint Member The University of Central Florida has related degrees that look interesting. Intelligence and Security Studies are two fields that they offer, I think. As to their acceptance of your degree you'll need to do the footwork. I am not sure what they do or do not accept from online universities. Best of luck.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2016 9:00 AM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 09:00:33 -0500

SFC Private RallyPoint Member If you want to end up in D.C. I would recommend looking at online programs at George Washington: http://online.gwu.edu/ This will give you a chance to join another Alumni network that is very active in the D.C. area, and has Alumni working in the institutions you would like to work with after the military.

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Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2016 10:14 AM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 10:14:03 -0500

I'd recommend doing something beyond single tracking in Intelligence. Like SPC David S. recommends, I'd look at something in Foreign Relations or Government Security. Johns Hopkins has a MA in Government-Security Studies for instance. Don't limit yourself to the "go-to" online universities. Take a look at what the major, well known universities have to offer for on-line courses. You'll find what you're looking for and some stuff that will round out a resume much better than single tracking in one area.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 4 at 2016 10:24 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 22:24:44 -0500

Naval Postgraduate School?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 19 at 2016 8:48 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 08:48:55 -0500

Also, the University of Washington in Seattle (Main Campus) used to offer a Master's of Science in Critical Infrastructure Program. They have since changed the name of the degree. The new degree is found at this link:

http://urbdp.be.washington.edu/programs/graduate/mipm/

Contact Karen Fischler in the Department of Urban Design and Planning. The former degree program was done entirely online.

Hope this helps you on your journey!

UW Urban Design and Planning | MIPM

University of Washington, College of Built Environments, Department of Urban Design and Planning

Response by SCPO Douglas Stewart made Mar 9 at 2016 1:18 PM

SCPO Douglas Stewart — Wed, 09 Mar 2016 13:18:10 -0500

UMUC is a great school for this. They partner with NSA.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 30 at 2016 7:43 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 30 Apr 2016 07:43:07 -0400

SFC Private RallyPoint Member. A lot depends on what you mean by intelligence ( intercept, collection, management, analysis, human, electronic, imaging, cryptanalysis, strategy, etc ) what really attracts you, what will make you feel fulfilled, and what you want to accomplish over the long term in chosen intelligence field. You might consider a broader education involving reading, writing, and analysis -- not solely confined to intelligence -- perhaps with some international languages and regional focus on specific historical, social, and cultural studies of particular interest to you. You might consider a wide range of potential employers at home and with close allies abroad in private and government sector (CIA, NSA, DIA, NGA, etc). One often neglected path is USDOS FSO Bureau of Intelligence & Research . . . this would involve taking Foreign Service Officer exam . . . posing unique status and opportunity. Ultimately, you have to decide whether you want a safe desk job or pursue more vigorous open ended covert field ops work.

https://careers.state.gov/intern/which-office
https://careers.state.gov/work/foreign-service/officer/test-process
https://careers.state.gov/uploads/1b/2f/1b2f84b4060830fc911f6ccbfdbd45a8/4.0_Student_INR-R.pdf

https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities
https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/graduate-students.html

http://www.forbes.com/sites/maseenaziegler/2014/10/23/cia-hiring-chief-demystifies-agencys-recruitment-and-reveals-cias-top-interview-questions/#10a7e2da2201

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