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NZ Diploma in Intelligence Analysis

The New Zealand Diploma in Intelligence Analysis (Level 6) (NZDIA) is designed for analysts working in complex, dynamic environments across the intelligence sector. This nationally recognised qualification builds practical capability in core tradecraft, equipping graduates to produce strategic, operational, or tactical intelligence with confidence and integrity.

Whether in government or corporate roles, graduates will be prepared to lead, inform, and influence decision-makers through high-quality intelligence.

The diploma is structured around key phases of the intelligence cycle, and all learning is grounded in authentic workplace activity. Trainees complete a series of unit standards that build from foundational knowledge to the practical delivery of intelligence, using structured analytical techniques and case-based projects.

The programme includes:

  • Workplace coaching
  • Online and self-paced learning
  • Classroom-based, workshop-style intensives
  • Regular feedback from experienced intelligence practitioners

This is a competency-based qualification, assessed against national unit standards. Evidence is drawn directly from your workplace activities and supported by structured assessments, project work, and reflective tasks.

Duration: 18 Months part time with 6 days of workshops
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Highlights of the Workshop:

  • Foundations of Intelligence Practice
  • Collection, Collation, and Security
  • Analytical Tradecraft
  • Project Delivery and Evaluation
  • Professional Relationships and Interoperability

About this Workshop

This qualification is ideal for:

  • Analysts working in government or corporate intelligence roles.
  • Professionals ready to move beyond foundational skills.
  • Organisations looking to professionalise their intelligence capability and foster interoperability.

Applicants must be employed in an intelligence or adjacent role that allows them to apply course learning in real-world contexts

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What You'll Learn:

When you complete this workshop you will be able to:

  1. Apply specialist techniques and analytical methods to deliver intelligence outcomes.
    Learn how to plan and execute complex analytical projects and apply a variety of structured analytical techniques to assess information. • Develop and test hypotheses. • Interpret findings using inference models. • Produce sound conclusions and recommendations tailored to client needs.
  2. Evaluate the processes and impacts of intelligence projects
    Produce clear, well-scoped Terms of Reference for intelligence products and evaluate the full lifecycle of an intelligence project, from planning to impact • Integrate ISO 31000-aligned risk management processes, considering both controls and residual risk, into intelligence planning and delivery.
  3. Learn and understand the softer skills that support intelligence outcomes
    • Build and maintain productive relationships across agencies or sectors. • Understand how interoperability enhances intelligence outcomes. • Engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders, clients, and partners.

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Does this workshop sound like you? Please register your interest below and one of our team will be in touch to book this in with you and your team. 


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