MSCI 211 - Leadership Styles/Theory and Application

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: Two hour lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: MSCI 111 and 112 or department chairperson’s permission.
Early in course incurs no military obligation. This course involves the study of individual leadership styles and techniques using historical case studies. Students are also introduced to the branches (specialties) of the Army. The concepts and applications of communication and goal-setting in small organizations are analyzed. Students are provided an opportunity to develop and improve their writing and public speaking skills through a required written exercise and an oral presentation. They are also evaluated as a team leader required to accomplish specific collective tasks in a practical setting. The course includes physical fitness training and evaluation. Adventure training is available on an elective basis. Students may apply for two-year scholarships.