Are you interested in mastering writing techniques used in the intelligence community? This self-paced, asynchronous course, designed by Professor Ken Stiles, introduces and demonstrates the Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) writing style. The course comprises multiple modules, each taking about 1.5 hours, with a total duration of around 6-8 hours. The due date for completion of the course is May 15, 2025.
Upon completion, you'll receive a digital certificate to showcase your proficiency in BLUF-styled writing and enhance your resume. For the Spring semester, we're offering this course to the first 20 students. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, and you must complete the course by the end of the semester. Submissions are reviewed but not graded.
If you have questions, please contact iccae@vt.edu.
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