Information and Intelligence Cooperation in Multifunctional International Operations –31 March – 6 April2009
Course description:
Experiences from several peace operations and disaster relief operations show the difficulties that can arise when information and analysis systems are not established in time or not functioning effectively.
The development towards multifunctional missions, comprised of military, police and civilian actors, has increased the need for information exchange for mutual benefit. Increased knowledge about other actors and each other’s need for information, coupled with increased knowledge about which information can be exchanged between different functions and actors, will most likely contribute to more effective operations.
The aim of this new course is to develop and improve cooperation and sharing of information and intelligence in multifunctional missions by giving senior officers and professionals who are involved in, or designated to work for multifunctional operations, ability to build functioning networks and systems for collection, analysis and dissemination of information.
Participants will learn how to improve communication and cooperation between actors in the mission area (civilian, police and military actors) and gain knowledge of how information and intelligence networks can be built depending on the needs and special conditions. They will develop their understanding of different actors and their respective information needs as a necessary point of departure for cooperation and coordination. They will also learn how intelligence can support decisions and missions. The course will also provide knowledge of working methods for intelligence in headquarters of major international organisations. Furthermore the course will reflect on applications of intelligence and information management for civilian organisations.
Participants:
25 participants with relevant work experience, preferably from international missions. Participants should either already work in a related field or be designated for such work in the future. The course is designed for members of non-governmental organisations, governments, business communities, police and military organisations.
Location:
The Academy’s campus on Sandö in the middle of Sweden.
Cost:
13 625 SEK (1450 Euro) including meals and accommodation. Swedish VAT (25%) is not included.
Costs for travel will be at the participants expense.
Course dates and travel:
The course starts on 31 March, so the participants should travel to Sandö on 30 March. The date for return travel is 7 April.
Application:
Please send us your application by 15 February 2009. Applicants are kindly asked to use the attached application form or download it from the FolkeBernadotteAcademy webpage
For further information, please contact Jan-Inge Svensson, senior advicer and course director () Martin Åhlin training officer
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