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The Craft of Intelligence Analysis: Careers, Challenges & Global Impact [NEW]

18 Nov 2026 - 6:00pm
Catholic University, Washington, DC


In partnership with Catholic University's Department of Global Studies and Intelligence Club, the Council on Intelligence Issues (www.intelissues.org) is hosting a panel discussion on the craft of intelligence analysis.

The moderator and three panelists bring together over 125 years of analytic experience at the highest levels of government. Among the discussion points are:

  • What do we mean by "the craft of intelligence analysis"?
  • What are the professional essentials of intelligence analysis?
  • How did you become an intelligence analyst and what prepared you best?
  • What does the typical day of an analyst look like?
  • What are some of the highs, lows, and key challenges faced?
  • How do analysts interact with policy makers?
  • How do analysts interact with operations officers?
  • How do we determine if intelligence analysis has been successful 

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