Leadership
Decision-making, team building, and command at every level
Leadership is the heart of the Corps. Cadets do not just learn about leadership — they practice it every day by leading squads, planning unit events, mentoring younger cadets, and serving as cadet officers.
Three Tiers of Practice
A — Self-Mastery
Lead yourself: discipline, time management, integrity.
B — Followership
Be the teammate every leader can rely on.
C — Leadership
Lead others: squad, platoon, company, battalion command.
Topics Covered
- Leadership theory and styles
- Ethical decision-making
- Communication and counseling
- Planning and running training events
- Mentoring and developing peers
- Leading in crisis and ambiguity