Develop confidence in skills to lead people and manage resources. You will demonstrate proficiency in leadership and staff skills, writing skills, counseling and Battle Analysis. This course is designed to help you learn about the expectations that superiors, peers and subordinates will have of you as you assume leadership and establish yourself as the Platoon Leader. You will be able to discuss those ideals and principles that constitute the fiber of an Army officer and form the basis of your ethical foundation. You will demonstrate your proficiency in communications by conducting several practical exercises in both oral and written communication.
Instruction maximizes seminar discussion and analysis of various scenarios.
You will have the opportunity to debate the principles of leadership and examine case studies that require class discussion. Quizzes consist of unannounced and take home assignments. An ethical dilemma is woven into all examinations. You must complete required reading assignments in order to effectively participate in class discussions and answer quiz questions. Students develop, practice, and refine leadership skills by serving and being evaluated in a variety of responsible positions.