Date: Saturday, 23 May 2026
Time: 09:00 – 13:00 CET
Format: Online
Standard Fee: €499
Special Rate: €399 (Available for university students and police/military personnel with valid ID)
In today’s information-driven landscape, the ability to conduct structured, methodologically sound Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) investigations is a critical professional asset.
SpecialEurasia organises an online group course in OSINT on Saturday, 23 May 2026 (09:00 – 13:00 CET) to help individuals who want to go beyond basic searching and develop the analytical discipline required to operate confidently and independently within the OSINT field.
Over four focused hours, participants will gain a solid grounding in the fundamentals of Intelligence Analysis and OSINT, while learning how to build a sustainable, adaptable investigative workflow.
A key emphasis of the training is developing the capability to work without relying solely on pre‑configured platforms. Instead, participants will learn how to recreate their own investigative environment, select appropriate tools, and design an online investigation tailored to specific targets and operational needs.
A dedicated section of the course will also introduce the use of virtual machines and operating systems specifically designed for OSINT work. Participants will understand how these environments support secure, compartmentalised and methodical investigations, and how to integrate them into their own professional practice.
Course Programme
Module 1 – Foundations of Intelligence Analysis. Understand the principles and frameworks underpinning modern intelligence work. Learn how analytical thinking, structured methodologies, and critical evaluation form the basis of effective OSINT operations.
Module 2 – OSINT Fundamentals and Methodology. Explore the essential concepts of Open Source Intelligence, including collection strategies, verification techniques, and ethical considerations. Gain the ability to design investigations that align with specific intelligence objectives.
Module 3 – Building Your Investigative Environment. Develop the skills to create and customise your own OSINT workspace. Learn how to operate independently of pre‑configured platforms by assembling a flexible, secure, and efficient investigative setup.
Module 4 – Virtual Machines and OSINT Operating Systems. Discover how to use virtual machines and specialised operating systems designed for OSINT. Understand how these tools enhance security, compartmentalisation, and investigative precision.
Module 5 – Tools and Techniques for Targeted Investigations. Master the process of identifying, selecting, and validating the right tools for different investigative targets — from individuals and organisations to digital infrastructures and online communities.
Module 6 – Searching and Updating the Analyst Tools. Learn how to continuously refine and expand your OSINT toolkit. Understand how to search for emerging tools, evaluate their reliability, and integrate updates into your investigative environment to maintain operational effectiveness and adaptability.
Who Is This Course For?
SpecialEurasia designed this course for professionals and aspiring analysts whose work demands accuracy, methodological discipline, and a deep understanding of the digital information environment:
- Security & Defence Practitioners. Enhancing their intelligence and risk‑assessment capabilities with structured OSINT methodologies and platform‑independent investigative skills.
- Corporate Risk, Compliance & Strategic Intelligence Teams. Navigating geopolitical uncertainty, reputational exposure, ESG‑related scrutiny, and market volatility through reliable, verifiable open‑source analysis.
- Journalists, Investigative Reporters & Policy Researchers. Strengthening the analytical rigour behind reporting, briefings, and public‑facing assessments with professional‑grade OSINT techniques.
- Postgraduate Students & Early‑Career Analysts. Bridging the gap between academic knowledge and real‑world intelligence practice, gaining the technical and methodological foundation required to enter the OSINT and analytical professions.
- Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics Professionals. Integrating OSINT into threat assessments, attribution efforts, and digital investigations using secure, purpose‑built environments.
- NGO, Human Rights & Due‑Diligence Researchers. Improving the accuracy and reliability of investigations involving individuals, organisations, and complex online ecosystems.
Instructor
Dr Giuliano Bifolchi, who serves as the Research Manager and Director of the OSINT Unit at SpecialEurasia, holds a professorship in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Web Intelligence (Webint) at the European Forensic Institute of Malta. He is an experienced OSINT and Humint analyst with a background in international private and public institutions.
Professional Recognition
Beyond the expertise gained, all participants will receive:
- An official Certificate of Participation from SpecialEurasia.
- Exclusive access to course slides and additional materials.
- A toolkit of supplementary resources to continue your analytical journey.
Secure Your Place
Equip yourself with the methodology, technical understanding, and professional mindset required to operate effectively in the OSINT domain. Secure your place and take the next step towards becoming a capable, self-reliant intelligence practitioner.
To register or for further enquiries, please contact the SpecialEurasia team at: info@specialeurasia.com
