The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Fundamentals, designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills to understand and apply techniques for collecting and analyzing information from publicly available sources for security, media, legal, or business purposes.

In the era of open data and information explosion, open-source intelligence skills have become an essential component of modern intelligence systems. OSINT serves as a powerful tool for organizations and individuals to develop a comprehensive understanding of threat environments, competitive landscapes, or even public opinion trends through advanced tools and techniques.

This program focuses on the principles of OSINT, its ethical considerations, the tools used, and methods for verifying information. It provides an ideal first step for those seeking to enter the world of information analysis and digital intelligence.

Who Should Attend?

• Intelligence and cybersecurity officers and analysts.

• Professionals working in investigative journalism and digital investigations.

• Employees in compliance and verification departments within organizations and companies.

• Individuals interested in information analysis and open-source intelligence.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the concept of OSINT and its significance in modern environments.

• Master tools and techniques for collecting information from public sources.

• Develop the ability to analyze and link open-source data.

• Recognize the legal and ethical aspects of information collection.

• Build a foundational knowledge base for advancing to higher levels in intelligence analysis.

• Introduction to Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

  • The concept of OSINT and its historical evolution.

  • Differences between public information and actionable intelligence.

  • The role of OSINT in supporting security and strategic decision-making.

• Types and Sources of Open Information

  • Digital sources: internet, social media platforms, forums.

  • Traditional sources: reports, public documents, media outlets.

  • Classification of information according to reliability and usage.

• Advanced Internet Research Techniques

  • Effective use of search engines (Google Dorking).

  • Search techniques using logical operators.

  • Tools for extracting information from archived and hidden web pages.

• Collecting Information from Social Media

  • Analyzing public accounts and posts.

  • Tracking digital activity and behavioral patterns.

  • Tools for extracting and analyzing data from Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more.

• Analyzing Data and Digital Content

  • Techniques for analyzing text, images, and video content.

  • Using geospatial analysis tools (Geo-Intelligence).

  • Verifying content authenticity through digital tracking tools.

• Information Verification and Combating Misinformation

  • Methods to verify images, videos, and sources.

  • Detecting fake news and false information.

  • Open verification tools and globally trusted projects.

• Advanced Tools and Platforms in OSINT

  • Introduction to professional information-gathering tools.

  • Setting up a secure environment for data collection.

  • Integrating tools to automate research and analysis processes.

• Analyzing Digital Relationships and Connections

  • Mapping relationships between individuals and entities.

  • Using social network analysis tools.

  • Converting raw data into actionable intelligence.

• Legal and Ethical Frameworks in OSINT

  • Legal considerations when collecting information from open sources.

  • Respecting privacy and data protection during research.

  • Ethical standards for practitioners in open-source intelligence.

• Applications of OSINT in Various Fields

  • Using OSINT in security and criminal investigations.

  • Employing open-source intelligence in investigative journalism.

  • The role of OSINT in crisis management and risk monitoring.