Introduction to contemporary military issues and role of the U.S. Army in national defense systems. Review of time management, goal setting, and motivational leadership.

 

Study of the modern battlefield and its relationship to leadership, team building, and stress management. Individual communication skills and group dynamics are stressed.

 

Detailed instruction and practical exercises in military writing, briefing, and decision making. Extensive instruction and practice in map reading and use of a compass.

 

Basic background in first aid and individual field-movement skills. Instruction in use of analytical aids in planning, organizing, and controlling a changing environment.

 

Review of skills, techniques, and concepts required by the small-unit combat leader: troop-leading

procedures, land navigation skills, tactical organization, and offensive tactics.

 

Review of skills, techniques, and concepts required by the small-unit combat leader: troop-leading

procedures, fire-control skills, tactical analysis, and defensive tactics.

 

Examination of organization, responsibilities, administration, and management of the military unit staff. Explores practical aspects of military law and how it influences leadership.

 

Development of interpersonal skills required for effective management with particular emphasis on the military environment. Reviews various roles of the newly commissioned Army officer.

 

All MSC courses include a leadership laboratory once per week.