Soon, students will be able to study war, terrorism, cyberwarfare, hacking….
The MG education division has expanded to include military command courses.
The first course is:
Introduction to Military Strategy ENROLL NOW
Course Overview: This online training program provides an immersive exploration into the fundamentals of military strategy. Tailored for junior military officers leading small companies or platoons, this course synthesizes historical learnings, strategic theories, and practical applications to cultivate effective leaders in a military context.
Target Audience:
- Junior military officers
- Potential leaders in the defense sector
- Military enthusiasts
- Defense analysts and strategists
Course Duration:
- 8 Weeks
Course Structure:
Week 1: Understanding Military Strategy
- Definition and Importance of Military Strategy
- Historical Perspective: A Look at Past Strategies
- Key Concepts and Terminologies
Week 2: Principles of War and Strategy
- Overview of Classical Principles of War
- Strategic Thinking and Planning
- Balancing Offensive and Defensive Strategies
Week 3: Leadership and Decision Making
- Styles of Leadership in a Military Context
- Ethical Decision Making and Accountability
- Crisis Management and Problem-Solving
Week 4: Operational Art and Tactics
- Introduction to Operational Art
- Tactical Planning and Maneuvering
- Synchronization of Joint Operations
Week 5: Intelligence and Reconnaissance
- Importance of Intelligence in Strategy Formulation
- Methods of Gathering and Analyzing Intelligence
- Leveraging Technology for Reconnaissance
Week 6: Military Logistics and Support
- Fundamentals of Military Logistics
- Ensuring Sufficient Personnel, Material, and Supply Chains
- Maintenance and Medical Support
Week 7: Irregular Warfare and Asymmetric Strategies
- Understanding Guerrilla Warfare and Insurgencies
- Cyber Warfare: Challenges and Strategies
- Dealing with Non-State Actors and Terrorist Groups
Week 8: Case Studies
- Analyzing Historical Military Campaigns
- Virtual Simulations of Military Operations
- Debriefing and Lessons Learned
Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Grasp the essential concepts and principles underlying military strategy.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for small-scale military operations.
- Make informed decisions under pressure and manage crises effectively.
- Optimize logistics, resource management, and personnel deployment.
- Analyze different forms of warfare and adopt suitable strategies.
- Apply the learned theories and strategies in practical scenarios through simulations.
Assessment Method:
- Weekly quizzes to test knowledge retention.
- Participation in discussion forums.
- Final project involving the development of a strategic plan for a hypothetical scenario.
- Peer-review of strategic plans developed by fellow participants.
Certification: Participants who successfully complete all course requirements, including assessments, participation, and the final project, will receive a certificate of completion in “Introduction to Military Strategy”.
Note: This course ensures to incorporate technological tools and engaging multimedia content to enhance learning experiences, such as video lectures, interactive simulations, and forums for peer interaction and discussion. Consideration of the current geopolitical climate and contemporary warfare methods, including cyber warfare and bioterrorism, will be integrated to ensure the course remains relevant and forward-thinking.
Adjustments to course content, duration, or structure may be made to suit the specific needs or contexts of the participants or their respective military entities. The course ensures adherence to international laws and promotes ethical conduct in all military activities.
The instructor is Jim McCoy, PhD in Homeland Security, MA in International Relations, former Teacher of Government, Political Science at Northeastern and other schools and colleges.
Course starts November 1. ENROLL NOW!