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Certificate in Intelligence Studies

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

College of Justice, Safety & Emergency Management

Certificate in Intelligence Studies

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

College of Justice, Safety & Emergency Management

On-Campus & Online

Options

15 Credit Hours

to Graduate

On-Campus: $410 Per Credit Hour

Online: $443 Per Credit Hour

Free Books

for All Students

Prepare for Critical Roles in the Intelligence Community

EKU’s intelligence studies certificate prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed for intelligence analysis positions within the U.S. Intelligence Community at the federal, state, local, and tribal levels as well as the private sector. The program gives graduates a competitive edge in the job market and complements a variety of backgrounds.

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Career Outlook


Protective service occupations are expected to grow 2 percent from 2021 to 2031, which will result in about 72,600 new jobs.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Homeland security offers a diverse a range of employment opportunities.

Job Titles Include:

  • Intelligence Analysts
  • Counterterrorism Analyst
  • Criminal Investigator/Detective
  • Critical Infrastructure Analyst
  • Business continuity specialist
  • Counterterrorism analyst
  • Criminal investigator/detective
  • Critical infrastructure analyst

Intelligence studies is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field of study that prepares students for a wide range of career options.

Employers Include:

  • U.S. Intelligence Community Agencies (e.g., NSA, CIA, NGA, DHS, NCTC)
  • Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agencies (e.g., FBI, ATF, Secret Service)
  • Marathon Petroleum-Marine Transportation
  • Hackensack Meridian Health
  • Miami County Emergency Management Agency
  • Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Dynamic, supportive learning environment

Curriculum & Enrollment


Position yourself as a go-to security professional and give yourself a competitive edge in the evolving field of homeland security.

A minimum of 15 credits are required to graduate.

View the program requirements:

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information


EKU’s College of Justice, Safety, and Military Science is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to the college enrollment counselor for your preferred program.

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Jacinda Bertie-Cockerham

College Enrollment Counselor

859-622-6520
jacinda.bertie@eku.edu


Chris Adkins

Online Program Enrollment Advisor

859-622-7568
Christopher.Adkins@eku.edu


Student Stories & Features

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Grant Clay

EKU Finance & Risk Management and Insurance Student
Some of my professors have been mentors and key influences, they have helped with my success and bettered me as a person! This school has been such a huge part of building me as a person and helping me become who I am. I am forever and always thankful for my experience at EKU!
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Joanna Ouyang

EKU International Business Graduate
EKU has aided me in several ways while pursuing my degree. I have had the support of professors, advisors, and mentors along the way. EKU was very flexible and accommodating in my scheduling to accomplish this in two years
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Jessica Wagner

EKU Bachelor of Business Administration Graduate
The highlight of my time as an EKU Online student was getting to know my classmates. We were all at different points in our lives. Almost everyone had other commitments, being work, family, etc. but we were all making our education a priority. It was nice to be surrounded by other people that understood what I was going through.

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Related Programs

B.S. in Homeland Security

Common Job Titles: counterterrorism analyst, criminal investigator/detective, critical infrastructure analyst

Modalities: online and on-campus

Credit Hours: 120

Certificate in Security Management

Common Job Titles: business continuity specialist, counterterrorism analyst

Modalities: online and on-campus

Credit Hours: 24


Contact Information

School of Safety, Security & Emergency Management

521 Lancaster Ave
Stratton Building 245
Richmond, Ky. 40475

859-622-3565
Fax: 859-622-?
jus.dean@eku.edu