Central Michigan University
College of Humanities and Social & Behavioral Sciences
Military Science Department
Master Course Syllabus
MSL
Desig.
I.
402
No.
Leadership in a Complex World____
Title
4 (Spec) __
Credit (Mode)
Bulletin Description:
MSL Capstone. Planning, leading, and assessing large unit actions. Advanced studies in officership,
campaign analysis, ethical climate, task organization, Army missions, resource management, and
leadership vision.
II.
Prerequisites, Pre/Co-requisites, Co-requisites, Recommended:
Prerequisite MSL 401
III.
Rationale for course level (new course and level changes):
IV.
Textbook and other required materials to be furnished by the student: None. All course
materials provided by the Military Science Department.
V.
Special requirements of the course:
Weekly two-hour Leadership Lab and a minimum one hour physical training session is required. Students
must have a standard physical to participate in the weekly Physical Training.
VI.
General methodology used in teaching this course:
Course will stress leadership theory (science) in the classroom and the application (art) of leadership
during Leadership Labs. Methodologies used will include lecture, class discussions, practical exercises,
case studies, and announced and unannounced examinations. This course includes a Capstone Experience
where students are required to fulfill responsibilities to prescribed standards for their assigned leadership
position within the Cadet Battalion.
VII.
Course Objectives:
Leadership
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Apply Army leadership dimensions as Cadet Battalion Leaders
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Demonstrate an understanding of the workings of a platoon command team
Values and Ethics
•
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Army’s programs on Equal Opportunity, Prevention of
Sexual Harassment (POSH), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)
Officership
•
Create and present a Battle Analysis Case Study Brief of a historic military battle
•
Relate cultural awareness, terrorism, and operational security to Army operations
•
Explain how understanding terrorism and cultural awareness directly impact the outcome of a
units mission
•
Demonstrate good management of personal finances
•
Apply correct procedures in supply and maintenance
•
Analyze a book on military leadership and write a review
Tactics and Techniques
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Assess MSIII Cadet leaders during tactical operations and leadership lab
•
Apply the principles of force protection and operational security
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Demonstrate an understanding of basic combat lifesaving principles and techniques
Personal Development
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VIII.
Practice the development of other cadets through mentoring and counseling
Course Outline: Classes: 16 at 170 minutes Labs: 16 at 110 minutes
Week
Subject
1
Lab
Course Overview
Officership
Team-building Exercise
2
Lab
Alumni Officer Forum
Individual & Unit Movement Techniques
3
Lab
Intro to Battle Analysis
Radio Phraseology & Tactical Reports
4
Cultural Awareness
Army Customs and Courtesies
Prisoner of War Handling & Law of Land Warfare
Lab
5
Lab
6
Lab
7
Terrorism
Force Protection Operations
Move to Contact & React to Contact
Non-Governmental Organizations
Civilians on the Battlefield
Host Nation Support
Opportunities to serve in National Guard & Army Reserves
Lab
Financial Management
Installation Support Services
Attack & Defend
8
Lab
Mid-Term Exam
Ambush & React to Contact
9
Lab
Intro to Basic Officer Leader Course B
Field Training Exercise Preparations
10
Supply Management
2
Maintenance Management
First Aid
Lab
11
Lab
Platoon Command Team
Senior NCO Forum
Drill & Ceremony
12
Lab
Battle Analysis Presentations
Rappelling, High-Ropes Course and Rock Climbing
13
Lab
Battle Analysis Presentations
Uniform & Equipment Turn-in
14
Lab
Battle Analysis Presentations
Team-building Exercises
14
Lab
Equal Opportunity
Prevention of Sexual Harassment
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
Awards Ceremony
16
Lab
Final Exam
Sensing Session
IX. Evaluation: Grade is based on the following:
Class Preparation (Quizzes & Practical Exercises)
Physical Fitness
Battle Analysis (Oral Presentation)
Book Review (Writing Assessment)
Capstone Leadership Practicum
Exams
15%
15%
15%
15%
20%
20%
X. Bibliography:
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Student Text: MSL 402, Leadership in a Complex World, Pearson Custom Publishing, 2009
ROTC Leadership Development Program (LDP) Handbook. July 2009.
Malone, Dandridge M. Small Unit Leadership: A Commonsense Approach , New York:
Ballantine Books, 1983.
MacDonald, Charles B. Company Commander , Short Hills, NJ, Burford Books, 1947.
Dalessandro, Robert J. Army Officers Guide, Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 2009.
Selected Instructor Handouts and files posted to Blackboard Lesson
Selected readings available online at: http://www.usapa.army.mil
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The Armed Forces Officer. Department of Defense J7. January 2006.
Hubbard, E. (1899). A Message to Garcia
FM 1-02, Operational Terms and Graphics. 21 September 2004.
FM 3-0, Operations. 27 February 2008.
FM 3-21.8, The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad. 28 March 2007.
FM 3-25.26, Map Reading and Land Navigation, (w/c1). 30 August 2006.
FM 5-0, Army Planning and Orders Production. 20 January 2005.
FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. 21 August 2006.
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FM 6-22, Army Leadership. 12 October 2006.
FM 7-0, Training for Full Spectrum Operations. December 2008.
FM 27-10, The Law of Land Warfare. 18 July 1956.
AR 25-50, Preparing and Managing Correspondence. 3 June 2002.
AR 623-3, Evaluation Reporting System. 10 August 2007.
AR 635-200, Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations. 8 February 2005.
DA Pam 600-3, Commissioned Officer Professional Development and Career
Management. 11 December 2007.
DA Pam 600-25, US Army NCO Professional Development Guide. 28 July 2008.
DA Pam 600-67, Effective Writing for Army Leaders. 2 June 1986.
TC 25-10, A Leader’s Guide to Lane Training. 26 August 1996.
TC 25-20, A Leader’s Guide to After Action Reviews. 30 September 1993.
TC 25-30, A Leader’s Guide to Company Training Meetings. 27 April 1994.
TC 3-22-20 Army Physical Readiness Training. Washington, DC: U. S. Government
Printing Office, August 2010.
Syllabus prepared by:
Aaron E. Kalloch, LTC, Chair, Military Science
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Signature
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