Researcher Training Course
Face-To-Face or Live Virtual Training
Introduction to Our Researcher Training Course
Our 3-day Researcher Training Course is designed for professionals involved in gathering, evaluating, and interpreting information to support intelligence development and informed decision-making.
This practical, structured programme builds core research skills, introducing key principles before progressing to advanced research and analytical techniques. It is suitable for new researchers as well as those looking to consolidate or enhance existing skills.
Training is aligned with the National Intelligence Model (NIM) and follows the Intelligence Cycle, ensuring delegates understand how to contribute effectively to intelligence products, operational planning, and decision-making processes.
Course Contents
- Understanding the role and purpose of a researcher
- Overview of the National Intelligence Model (NIM) and Intelligence Cycle
- Identifying and working with information sources
- Stakeholder mapping and managing information relationships
- Developing and implementing Terms of Reference and collection plans
- Evaluating information using the 3x5x2 method
- Creative, lateral, and critical thinking techniques
- Recognising and mitigating cognitive bias
- Developing inferences from research and analysis
- Analysis of Competing Hypotheses (ACH) and Key Assumptions Check
- Formulating crime theories
- Writing and briefing reports effectively (both written and verbal)
Course Overview
Delegates gain practical skills to plan, conduct, and evaluate research systematically and produce professional intelligence products.
Practical exercises, case studies, and scenario-based activities ensure participants leave ready to contribute effectively to operational work and decision-making processes.