MSCI 2272 - Foundations -Tactical Leadership

Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE). This course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Continued study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Cadets develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.
Prerequisite: None
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Illustrate dimensions of transformational and situational leadership. 2 - Explain your personal approach to leadership. 3 - Identify the goals of the Army Consideration of Others (CO2) program. 4 - Analyze the relationship between Army values, leadership, and CO2. 5 - Develop team mission statement and goals. 6 - Explain ways to establish priorities and avoid distracters. 7 - Practice effective writing techniques. 8 - Explain the relationship between leadership, values, and officership 9 - List the five aspects of military terrain (OCOKA) 10 - Interpret an operation order.