Criminal intelligence analysts play a crucial role in identifying patterns of criminal behavior. Their work is demanding, but there are established methods for achieving success. This criminology course covers the basics of criminal intelligence, including data collection, evaluation, and analysis. It also equips you with the specific skills needed to become a criminal intelligence analyst.

Understanding criminal psychology is vital for solving complex cases, as it connects suspects’ mindsets and motives to their actions. We explore various types of crimes and the psychological and social factors behind them. The criminal justice system relies on crime research evidence for decision-making, and knowing how to apply different research techniques is essential for ensuring evidence holds up in court. This course reviews a range of research and analysis methods and demonstrates how to use them effectively in crime research.

Decision-making is one of the most challenging aspects of crime intelligence analysis, especially when data is incomplete or ambiguous. This course teaches you how to make informed decisions under such circumstances.