1998-1999 - The University of Scranton

MINOR IN LEADERSHIP
Leadership is the ability to get things done through others. American Military Leadership emphasizes
total competence in one’s field, coupled with an absolute respect of ethics. It is based on the knowledge of
people, history, and current managment practices. The Military Science Department offers a minor in leadership
that capitalizes on the classroom instruction offered in the above topics provided by several university
departments. The minor also offers unique field experiences for students to practice leadership skills in
demanding yet safe and controlled, training activities. The minor is open to all university students.
A minor in leadership requires 18 credits, at least 6 of which must be approved electives outside of the
military science department. The student must take MS 301, MS 302, MS 401, MS 402 plus courses from
the list of approved electives, and must complete a university internship approved by the instructor of
record, the professor of military science. The student may choose electives from the following approved
courses:
MS 101, 102 MGT 351 HIST 214 HIST 216 PS130,131
MS 201, 202 MGT 352 HIST 220 HIST 218 PS 227
MS 480 MGT 471 GEOG 134 HIST 219 PS 231
MS 481 MGT 490 S/CJ 234 HIST239 PS 232
PHED 138 CJ 237 PSYC 220 PS 213
PSYC236 PS 327
PSYC 284* PS 329
The student must receive a grade of “C” or better in each course in order for it to count towards the
minor, and the student must have an average of 3.0 in the courses counting toward the minor.
*Special Topics: Behavior Modification
MS 101-102
Concepts of Leadership I & II 2 credits
Instruction is designed to provide a very basic
understanding of military knowledge while concentrating
on the leadership skills and civic
responsibilities important to all citizens. Students
may elect to participate in many activities that produce
expertise in rappelling, orienteering, first aid,
swimming and marksmanship.
MS 111-112
Leadership Applications Laboratory 0 credits
Freshmen and sophomores are encouraged to participate
in this elective. “Hands-on” instruction is
designed to reinforce classroom training on weapons,
first aid, tactics, leadership and militry drill.
MS 131-132
Advanced Leadership 0 credits
Applications Laboratory
Advanced course junior/senior students are
required to attend. Hands-on reinforcement of
classroom leadership training and military structures
is conducted. Students plan resource and conduct
the training under the supervision of regular
army sergeants and officers. Juniors are tested in
situations similar to those they will experience at
their advanced summer camp.
150
MS 201-202
Dynamics of Leadership I & II 4 credits
Instruction is designed to familiarize the student with
basic military operations and the principles of leadership.
Students experience hands-on training with
navigation and topographic equipment, first aid
(including CPR) procedures, and military weapons.
MS 301-302
Military Leadership I & II 3 credits
(Prerequisite: MS 201-202, or equivalent)
Instruction is designed to continue the development
of leadership qualities and technical skills
required in the military. Students teach freshmen
and sophomores to use equipment and are graded
in positions of responsibility. Students learn to
plan, resource and execute effective training. The
goal of the junior year is to prepare the student to
excel at the advanced summer camp prior to their
senior year. (2 credits awarded for MS 301, 1 credit
for MS 302)
MS 401-402
Advanced Military Leadership 3 credits
Instruction is designed to prepare students to function
as members of a military staff and concurrently
continues leadership development. The Professor
of military science teaches this course and mentors
students prior to their first military assignment. The
course covers briefing techniques, effective writing,
army training systems, and the logistical and
administrative support of military operations. (2
credits awarded for MS 401, 1 credit for MS 402)