MILS 4020 - Leadership in a Complex World

Credits: (4)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]

A conference course addressing future roles and responsibilities of junior Army officers. Subject matter includes the world environment and future threats to U.S. security, the spectrum of Army requirements, Army modernization initiatives, the laws of war, joint operations and other issues designed to complete the cadet-to-lieutenant process. A three-hour weekly leadership lab to enhance leadership skills and apply classroom instruction to hands-on training and execution is included. Students must participate in up to three, one-hour physical fitness sessions per week, which should be taken as MILS 4400, to satisfy requirements of the Military Science minor. One weekend field training exercise is required during the semester.