MSCL 402 - Leadership in a Complex World

Institution:

University of Richmond

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Description:

Continues to develop student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing performance feedback to subordinates. Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Students examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. Also explores aspects of interacting with non government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host-nation support. Students are given situational and leadership opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Designed to prepare for first military unit of assignment. Students will identify responsibilities of key staff members, coordinate staff roles amongst six separate universities and colleges that make up the ROTC battalion, and use battalion field/garrison situations to teach, train, and develop subordinates. The course uses case studies, scenarios, and "What Now, Lieutenant " exercises to prepare students to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. Prerequisite(s): Military Science and Leadership 302 or permission of department chair. Unit(s): 1

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.richmond.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 289-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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