Point Park University's intelligence and national security degree program will allow you to develop a range of crucial skills to prepare for a variety of career opportunities in the intelligence community.
Language skills, critical thinking, analytical applications, strategic planning, report writing and ethical behavior are all crucial in intelligence work and woven throughout the curriculum. Intelligence and national security majors will have the opportunity to meet and learn from professionals from intelligence agencies while being taught by faculty who have gained expertise in a range of related disciplines.
Meet Our Faculty
Sean Elliot Martin, Ph.D., associate professor of Criminal Justice & Intelligence Studies
Dr. Martin has served as a consultant, trainer, researcher, writer and business intelligence analyst for a wide variety of domestic and international organizations and companies.
Mark Wintz, Ph.D., associate professor of Intelligence and National Security
Dr. Wintz's areas of teaching experience include American foreign policy, intelligence case studies, intelligence tradecraft techniques, international relations, international terrorism and more.
Criminal Justice, Intelligence & National Security and Behavioral Sciences Majors Intern, Work for Alumnus-Led Legal Consulting Nonprofit
"Contributing to The JASON Project's mission helps to give me a sense of satisfaction because I get to help truly make a difference in someone's life."
Intelligence and National Security Student, Alumna Work Together at Software Engineering Institute
"For young intelligence professionals, many eyes are locked in on three-letter agencies for their first job. While this is a fantastic career choice, intelligence is everywhere. There are career opportunities at banks, universities, corporations and so much more."
Father and Daughter Reflect on Benefits of Point Park University's Criminal Justice and Intelligence Programs
"There is so much value in Point Park’s criminal justice and intelligence programs. The subject matter is comprehensive, relevant and captivating. The faculty have a wide range of career backgrounds, from working in field operations to being highly-educated scholars."
Intelligence and National Security Studies Grad Shares Career Advice and Benefits of a Point Park Education
Speaking under the condition of anonymity due to the nature of their job, a 2019 alum now working as an intelligence specialist with the U.S. intelligence community shares their Point Park experience.
