MILS 2020 - Foundations of Tactical Leadership

Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]

This course focuses on leader effectiveness. Course content includes analysis of selected historical leaders and battles using the principles of war and other tenets. Student led discussions highlight lessons learned relative to leadership and organizational success. Oral communications skills are central to this course. A three-hour weekly leadership lab is included as well as one weekend field training exercise during the semester. Prerequisite: MILS 2010 or Army Basic Training with chair’s approval. Participation in weekly physical fitness training is expected and should be taken as MILS 2400.