JEIS officially announces the Intelligence Analysis Course (IAC), delivered under the auspices of the European Security and Defence College (ESDC) and hosted in Athens, Greece, from 12 to 23 October 2026. The course provides essential knowledge, skills, and competencies in intelligence analysis through structured analytic methods and hands-on laboratory exercises. Participants will be trained in critical and creative thinking, cognitive biases, and diagnostic and structured analytic techniques. The programme includes a mandatory e-learning phase, followed by a ten-day residential course. The course is conducted in English, with physical presence required, and is limited to 18 participants. The course is open to eligible military personnel and mid-to-senior civil servants from EU Member States and EU institutions.

Application deadline: 18 September 2026.