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This document is a comprehensive Industry Day briefing for the Marine Corps University's College of Distance Education and Training (CDET), detailing its Distance Professional Military Education (DPME) programs. The briefing provides an in-depth overview of CDET's educational offerings across multiple program levels, including officer and enlisted professional military education tracks such as Command and Staff College Distance Education Program (CSCDEP), Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program (EWSDEP), and Enlisted College Distance Education Program (ECDEP).

The document highlights a new Joint All Domain Officer (JADO) Educational Program, beginning in January 2025 as a classified elective at the Command and Staff College, with plans to expand to 60+ JADO-educated students annually by 2028. CDET is exploring a JADO distance education program pilot starting in 2025, initially supporting I MEF at Camp Pendleton. The programs are designed to develop critical thinking, leadership, and operational skills across various educational levels, utilizing diverse delivery methods including online, onsite, weekend, and deployed learning formats. Courses cover extensive topics like warfighting, national security studies, joint operations, expeditionary operations, and tactical planning, tailored to different ranks and career progression stages.

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College of Distance Education and Training

(CDET)

Industry Day Brief

25 March 2025

Marine Corps University educates Marines to prevail in combat.

Marine Corps University (MCU) Mission

CDET designs, develops, delivers, evaluates, manages, and resources distance learning products and programs across the Marine Corps training and education continuum in order to increase operational readiness.

College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) Mission

Regional Areas of Responsibility

CDET Regional Campuses

Okinawa Hawaii Miramar Camp Fort Quantico Camp Will J.K.

Gary Pendleton Worth Mark Lejeune Thompson Lowrey Dahl Chet Jolley Mike Maciel Shigley Marc Riccio

3 Programs (2 Officer PME, 1 Enlisted PME), each overseen by an Associate Dean (GS-14) Command and Staff College Distance Education Program (CSCDEP) Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program (EWSDEP) Enlisted College Distance Education Program (ECDEP)

Educate to the same Program Outcomes and Student Learning Outcomes

Programs supported by Subject Matter Experts, Educational Technologists, Editors, Videographers, and Graphic Artists Educational Programs

Marine Corps Distance Education Options

23 Pull-Ups Maximum 5 Pull-Ups Minimum

CSCDEP voluntary onsite seminar for Majs (1998) CSCDEP “box of books” for Majs (1997)

CSC/EWS/CEME

resident schools “gold standard” College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) distance education programs (DEP) achieve the same educational outcomes as Marine Corps resident schools (though to less depth)

All seminars facilitated by experienced faculty

Variety of delivery methods (onsite, online, weekend, deployed) provide flexibility for busy Marines. Blended programs combine online and onsite to provide “resident-like” experience.

CSCDEP for Majs and CWO3s, 70 weeks (2007) EWSDEP for Capts & CWO2s, 64 weeks (2000) CSC Blended Seminar Program for Majs, CWO3, IMS, 1-year (2008) EWS Blended Seminar Program for Capts, CWO2s, 6-months (2011) Career Course Seminar for SSgts, 15-weeks (2015) Sgts School Seminar, 15-weeks (2017) Advanced School Seminar for GySgts, 15-weeks (2018)

Officer DPME Programs

Officer DPME Programs

Advanced School Seminar Advanced School SNCOA or Advanced School DEP IMI

Prerequisite and Standard Nonresident Programs Lead Subordinate leaders Trainer & Executor Lead Marines Small Unit Leader Lead Marines Small Unit Leader Sustain the Transformation Ethical Practitioner

Develop Subordinate leaders

Master of Execution & Development

Enlisted DPME Programs Prerequisite programs support resident schools at SNCOA and seminar programs.

Seminar programs complement MCU Enlisted College reach through weekly, on-site or online facilitated DEP seminars.

Over 59K DEP IMI completions via MarineNet /year 3,606 seminar grads AY’24 Career School Seminar Career School SNCOA or Career School DEP IMI

Sergeants School Seminar Sergeants School SNCOA Sergeants School DEP IMI Corporals Course (command-sponsored) Corporals Course DEP IMI Lance Corporal Leadership Seminar (command-sponsored) Leading Marines DEP IMI

Blue Text = CDET developed/delivered

ECDEP

2 GS Civ (Associate Dean & ISS) 12 contractor colleagues 141 PT adjunct faculty

SNCO Leadership School Seminar SNCO Leadership School

SNCOA

Advanced School DEP IMI Career School DEP IMI

In October 2024, the CG EDCOM/President MCU announced the Joint All Domain Officer (JADO) Educational Program. Beginning in January 2025 as a classified elective at the Command and Staff College (CSC), the program is to be progressively expanded so that by 2028 CSC is producing 60+ JADO-educated students/year, with much of the instruction occurring at the SECRET and TS/SCI-levels.

In December 2024, the CG EDCOM authorized the College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) to explore the possibility of a JADO distance education program, beginning with a pilot in support of I MEF in the Command and Staff College Blended Seminar Program (CSCBSP) at Camp Pendleton in 2025.

The I MEF pilot, and subsequent pilots at Camp Lejeune and Quantico, will run concurrently with previously scheduled CSCBSP seminars. Orientation will occur during the Initial Resident Seminar (IRS) period. The pilots will be conducted during the Non-Resident Seminar (NRS) period at the UNCLAS level and the Final Resident Seminar (FRS) period at the SECRET level.

Joint All-Domain Officer (JADO) Education Program

I MEF JADO Pilot CONOPS

CDET Contribution to JADO Education Program

E-Learning Ecosystem The E-Learning Ecosystem is Part of TECOM’s Total Learning Architecture Which Supports the 21st Century Learning Initiative/TE2030

“The E-Learning Ecosystem is a highway that other TECOM entities will use to reach success” –TECOM PSD

The Marine Corps Command and Staff College provides graduate level education and training in order to develop critical thinkers, innovative problem solvers, and ethical leaders who will serve as commanders and staff officers with Marine Air Ground Task Forces (MAGTF) and with service, joint, interagency, intergovernmental and multinational organizations confronting complex and uncertain security environments.

CSCDEP Program Mission

Advanced Concepts & Application

8905: Small Wars

8906: Marine Air Ground Task Force

8907: Naval Expeditionary Operations

8908: Operation Planning

(MCPP & JPP)

Introduce Theory & Build Conceptual Operational Depth

8901: Theory and Nature of War

8902: National and International Security Studies

8903: Joint Operations

8904: Operational Art Practical exercise in East China Sea

1st Year 35 Weeks 2nd Year 35 Weeks Capstone Exercise Curriculum:

War Studies Security Studies Leadership Warfighting

Methods:

Seminar Lecture (Recorded) Knowledge Checks Case Studies

Reading/Writing Student Led Seminars Wargaming Practical Exercises

Operational Design

MAGTF

Fleet Marine Forces Amphibious Operations

CSCDEP Curriculum Design

UNCLASSIFIED

8901 Theory and Nature of War

8901 Theory & Nature of WarTotal Hours 56.0
Lesson 1:Fundamentals of Military Theory6.3
Lesson 2:Napoleonic Warfare, Clausewitz, and Jomini6.4
Lesson 3:The Modernization of War in America6.3
Lesson 4:Modern War Comes of Age in Europe6.5
Lesson 5:Military Change in the Interwar Period7.1
Lesson 6:World War II6.4
Lesson 7:The Cold War, Sun Tzu, and John Boyd6.9
Lesson 8:Contemporary and Future War6.1
Assessments4.0

DESCRIPTION

Theory and Nature of War introduces learners to important military theory within a study of the enduring nature and changing character of war. Learners read selected works of the most influential military theorists and analyze these theories within the context of selected eras and events in military history. In so doing, learners develop an understanding of the timeless aspects of war, including the evolving character of warfare as a product of political, military, economic, social, and technological circumstances. In this course learners also consider the relative success enjoyed by different military organizations in dealing with the changing character of war, and the characteristics which promote effective military adaption and innovation.

While 8901 makes extensive use of history to illustrate its concepts, it is not a history course.

Study/Prep Hours 28.0 Seminar Hours 24.0

8902 National/International Security Studies

Study/Prep Hours 31.0Seminar Hours 24.0
8902 Natl & Internatl Sec StudiesTotal Hours 55
Lesson 1: Foundations of National & International Security5.3
Lesson 2:Strategy & Great Power Competition6.75
Lesson 3:Inst of National Power/ Deterrence7
Lesson 4:National Security Decision-making5.4
Lesson 5:National Strategic Guidance & Framework5.9
Lesson 6:Alliances & Coalitions -NATO / UN / INDOPACOM5.7
Lesson 7:The 1956 Suez Crisis-Strategic Case Study5.3
Lesson 8:Joint Strategic Planning System & The Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System6.65
Final Assessment-Research-Paper7.0

DESCRIPTION

8902, National and International Security Studies, imparts in learners the requisite knowledge of the national security structure expected of field grade officers operating in a joint environment. Officers at this level can expect assignments that require not only knowledge of the national security environment, but the ability to synthesize that knowledge (the means) in order to develop and convey strategies (the ways), that lead to the accomplishment of complex tasks (the ends). The final research assessment requires students to apply the educational objectives from the course through their study of the U.S. National Security Strategy and current geostrategic policy issues and then to assess the effectiveness of U.S. strategic policy goals regarding their selected country of interest.

8903 Joint Operations

8904 Joint OperationsTotal Hours 55.7
Lesson 1:Evolution of Jointness6.1
Lesson 2:Service Warfare6.5
Lesson 3:Combatant Commands6.7
Lesson 4:Joint Force Organization5.9
Lesson 5:Interorganizational Coordination6.5
Lesson 6:The Joint Operating Environment6.2
Lesson 7:Joint Functions Case Studies6.9
Lesson 8:Higher-Level Staff Work6.8
Assessments4.0

DESCRIPTION

Joint Operations shows the complexities and potential methods involved in a comprehensive “joint” approach, which emphasizes unified action and involves all players within an area of operations. This approach requires JFCs to understand the capabilities, limitations, and mandates of all the organizations involved; and then effectively communicate the mission of the joint force. The course focuses on the organization and employment of joint forces by using recent historical examples, current joint doctrine, and discussions of how joint forces, OGAs, and international participants interact. The goal is to improve the student’s ability to derive operational insights about contemporary operating environments.

Study/Prep Hours 27.7 Seminar Hours 24.0

8904 Operational Art

8903, Operational Art, covers operational-level warfare and the art of campaigning. The course uses historical case studies, theory, and current doctrine to improve the learner's ability to derive operational insights from any situation and exercise judgment to achieve success on the battlefield. Major topics of the course include understanding the operational environment, how to anticipate change in the operational environment, thinking critically and creatively to develop an operational approach, applying the elements of operational design and the joint warfighting principals to campaign design, the application of Mission Command and understanding threat capabilities in the operational environment.

Study/Prep Hours 26.2Seminar Hours 24.0
8901 Theory & Nature of WarTotal Hours 50.2
Lesson 1: Operational Art6.1
Lesson 2:Operational Design7.5
Lesson 3:Operational Leadership6.6
Lesson 4:Joint Planning6.7
Lesson 5:Campaigning7.0
Lesson 6:Operating in the Information Environment5.8
Lesson 7:Operational Design Practical Exercise7.5
Lesson 8:Operational Design Practical Exercise3.0

8905 Small Wars

8905 Small WarsTotal Hours 45.32
Lesson 1:Introduction to Small Wars7.05
Lesson 2:Culture in Small Wars6.05
Lesson 3:The Law of War and Ethical Decision-
making in Small Wars7.0
Lesson 4:FHA & Peace Operations6.35
Lesson 5:Insurgency6.0
Lesson 6 Counterinsurgency6.47
Lesson 7:Transnational Threats and Terrorism6.4

Final Assessment 4.0

DESCRIPTION

Small Wars, provides a foundation for analyzing and applying the doctrine and lessons learned from past and current small wars to the current and future security environments of the 21st century. Students will apply analytical thought to various characteristics of small wars and conduct a structured study of several different small wars environments—humanitarian assistance, peace operations, counterinsurgency, and stability operations. The goal of the course is to facilitate learners’ ability to derive perspectives from our studies of small wars, enabling them to exercise effective judgment in planning and executing small wars operations in the future.

Study/Prep Hours 24.3 Seminar Hours 21.0

8906 MAGTF Expeditionary Ops

8906 MAGTF Expeditionary OpsTotal Hours 58.3
Lesson 1:Leadership and Ethics6.6
Lesson 2: Organizational Leadership5.9
Lesson 3:Expeditionary Operations and Concepts5.8
Lesson 4:Marine Air-Ground Task Force Operations6.0
Lesson 5:Rear Area Operations and Force Protection6.1
Lesson 6:Force Deployment Planning and Execution and the Maritime Prepositioning Force6.0
Lesson 7:Logistics Support for Expeditionary Operations6.0
Lesson 8:Command and Control and Intelligence5.9
Lesson 9:MAGTF Fires and Information Operations6.0
Assessments4.0

DESCRIPTION

MAGTF Expeditionary Operations presents students an in-depth understanding of Marine Corps warfighting concepts and organization, as well as how Marines contribute to joint operations. The course provides an understanding of the following fundamentals:

Organization and types of MAGTFs.
Operational concepts.
The single-battle concept.
Force deployment planning and execution.

It also covers logistics, command and control, leadership and ethics, intelligence, MAGTF fire support, information, and irregular and counterinsurgency warfare.

Study/Prep Hours 31.3 Seminar Hours 27.0

8907 Naval Expeditionary Ops

8907 Naval Expeditionary Operations Total Hours: 38.7
Lesson 1: Naval Warfare6.1
Lesson 2: Amphibious Warfare6.2
Lesson 3: Amphibious Warfare Planning and Execution6.2
Lesson 4: Naval Expeditionary Fires and Logistics7.0
Lesson 5: Naval Expeditionary Operations in an Evolving Environment6.7
Lesson 5: Naval Expeditionary Practical Exercise6.5

DESCRIPTION

8907, Naval Expeditionary Operations, helps learners gain a better understanding of why and how the Marine Corps has fought, and will fight, with the U.S. Navy in the littorals. Learners gain a clearer understanding of the capabilities and limitations of naval expeditionary forces and critically evaluate emerging concepts. They evaluate historical examples from WWI to the present and examine how doctrine has been creatively applied to overcome operational challenges. They evaluate the evolving nature of naval expeditionary operations in contested environments with special emphasis on fires and logistics. The course culminates with a practical exercise (PE) set in 203X. It requires students to conduct conceptual planning at the operational and tactical levels and to apply concepts and knowledge from throughout the 8907 course.

Study/Prep Hours 20.7 Seminar Hour 18.0

8908 Operation Planning

8908 Op Planning (& Final Ex) Total Hours 68.9
Lesson 1:Operation Planning7.5
Lesson 2:Design and Intelligence Preparation of the
Battlespace6.4
Lesson 3:Problem Framing7.8
Lesson 4:Problem Framing Practical Exercise6.6
Lesson 5:Course of Action Development
and War Game7.7
Lesson 6:Course of Action Development
Practical Exercise4.1
Lesson 7:Course of Action War Game
Practical Exercise5.3
Lesson 8:COA Comparison and Decision, Orders Development, and Transition
(and Practical Exercise)6.6
Lesson F1:Mission Analysis for Stabilization (and Practical Exercise)7.3
Lesson F2:COA Development for Stabilization (and Practical Exercise)5.0
Lesson F3:COA Analysis and Wargaming for Stabilization (and Practical Exercise)4.6

DESCRIPTION

8908 Operation Planning is the capstone course of the CSCDEP designed to enhance the conventional and irregular warfare planning abilities of future commanders and staff officers by helping them develop a working knowledge of the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP) and Joint Planning Process (JPP) within the framework of joint and Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) operational doctrine. This course exercises the learners' creative thinking, critical reasoning, and collaboration abilities necessary to perform Joint Task Force (JTF)/Component/Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF)-level operation planning in joint and multinational environments utilizing the knowledge gained throughout the entire 8900 series program.

Study/Prep Hours 35.9 Seminar Hours 33.0

Marine Corps University College of Distance Education and Training

EWSDEP/BSP

Mission The Expeditionary Warfare School Distance Education Program (EWSDEP) educates and trains company grade officers in order to prepare them mentally and morally for billets of increased responsibility across the Fleet Marine Force and the Joint Force, with emphasis on the warfighting capabilities of a Marine Air Ground Task Force operating within a complex and distributed Naval expeditionary environment.

EWSDEP

EWSDEP delivers weekly seminars both onsite and online, as well as through onsite weekend seminars. The program consists of four courses:

The 8671 Warfighting course is organized into Doctrine, Maneuver, Fires, and Planning sub-courses. The Warfighting course focuses on developing tactical skills and proficiency in combined arms as well as the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP) through a series of practical exercises.

The 8672 Functional Employment of the MAGTF course enhances understanding of U.S. Marine Corps units and MAGTG operations. It includes the information, intelligence, logistics, and force protection warfighting functions, ethical decision-making, leadership, and critical thinking within the objective to prepare officers for advanced MAGTF operations.

The 8673 Expeditionary Operations course is organized into three subcourses: Amphibious Foundations, Landing Plan, and Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations. The course explores the doctrine, concepts, and challenges for MAGTF operations afloat in support of expeditionary operations and emphasizes the Marine Corps’ role in naval and joint operations.

The 8674 MAGTF Operations Practical Exercise enhances the skills and educational goals acquired in previous instruction. Students apply literary judgment and decision-making in practical scenarios while acting as staff for a Marine Expeditionary Unit and a Marine Littoral Regiment. The course provides students the opportunity to use MCPP to develop proficiency in planning offensive amphibious operations against a near-peer adversary.

Each course consists of sixteen-week seminars offered in the fall and spring.

Prerequisite – 8670 Curriculum

Lesson 1MCDP 7 – Learning
Lesson 2Fundamentals of National Defense
Lesson 3National Defense Strategy
Lesson 4Department of Defense
Lesson 5Department of the Navy
Lesson 6Fundamentals of Joint Operations
Lesson 7Future Operating Environment – Russia
Lesson 8Future Operating Environment – China
Lesson 9Operational Terms and Graphics
Lesson 10Cognitive Bias
Lesson 11Assessing Doctrine
Lesson 12Human Performance
Lesson 13Women, Peace, and Security
Lesson 14Sexual Harassment and Assault Awareness, Prevention, and Reporting

Description:

The purpose of the Prerequisite course is to ensure that students comprehend the U.S. Marine Corps philosophy on learning; U.S. security strategy; the organization, functions, and capabilities of the Department of Defense, its Military Departments, and Armed Services; how the Marine Corps is employed as an integral part of both a Naval and Joint/Combined Force; the future operating environment; cognitive biases that may hinder critical thought; the attitudes and actions that help prevent sexual assault and harassment; and considerations regarding women, peace, and security.

Warfighting – 8671

Doctrine Sub-courseModule 1MCDP 1 - Nature & Theory of War
MCDP 1 - Maneuver Warfare
Module 2MCDP 1-4 - Competing
Module 3Warfighting Functions
MCDP 6 - Command and Control
Module 4MCDP 1-3 - Understanding Tactics and Achieving a Decision
MCDP 1-3 - Gaining an Advantage, Tempo, and Adapting
MCDP 1-3 - Exploiting Success and Finishing
Module 5Single Battle / Battlespace Framework
Tactical Planning Foundations (CV/COG)
Maneuver Sub-courseModule 6Offensive Fundamentals
Reconaissance and Security
Module 7Defensive Fundamentals
Fires Sub-courseModule 8Fire Support
Functions of Marine Aviation - Offensive Air Support
Module 9Fire Support Planning
Targeting
Planning Sub-courseModule 10MCDP 5 - Planning
Information Management
Introduction to the Marine Corps Planning Process
Module 11Problem Framing: Design Methodology
Problem Framing: Staff Actions
Module 12Course of Action Development I
Module 13Course of Action Development II
Module 14Course of Action Wargaming I
Module 15Course of Action Wargaming II
Module 16Course of Action Comparison and Decision

Orders Development and Transition

The purpose of the Warfighting course is to provide basic doctrinal foundations and planning skills required for application in tactical operations across a range of military operations. The course consists of four sub-courses: Doctrine, Maneuver, Fires, and Planning. Students will develop knowledge in effective communication and critical thinking skills while enhancing their understanding of warfighting theories, tactical actions in strategic contexts, and the application of the Marine Corps Planning Process to create effective, combined arms operations plans for a MAGTF.

Functional Employment of the MAGTF – 8672

Organization of the U.S. Marine Corps Sub-CourseModule 1Organization of the U.S. Marine Corps
Marine Air-Ground Task-Forces
Profession of Arms Sub-CourseModule 2Military Ethics and Ethical Decision-Making
Module 3Character-Based Leadership and Critical Thinking
Information Sub-CourseModule 4MCDP 8 Information
Module 5Information in Marine Corps Operations
Intelligence Sub-CourseModule 6MCDP 2 Intelligence
Module 7Intelligence Operations
Intelligence Collection
Module 8Intelligence of the Battlespace (IPB)
Logistics Sub-CourseModule 9MCDP 4, Logistics
Tactical-Level Logistics
Module 10Logistics Planning
Maritime Prepositioning Force Overview
Module 11Force Deployment Planning and Execution and Time Phased Force and Deployment Data
Force Protection Sub-CourseModule 12Force Protection
Operations Sub-CourseModule 13Crisis Response and Limited Contingency Operations
Strikes and Raids
Module 14Insurgencies and Countering Insurgencies
Module 15Air Assault
Six Functions of Marine Aviation in Support of an Air Assault
Module 16Air Assault Tactical Decision

The purpose of the Functional Employment of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force course is to focus on the organization, missions, and operations of U.S. Marine Corps units through the lens of warfighting functions. It builds on prior knowledge of MAGTF types, emphasizing ethical decision-making, leadership, and critical thinking, while covering the information, intelligence, logistics, and force protection warfighting functions. Students will develop officership, leadership, communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, and study historical case studies to inform future combat actions in strategic, operational, and tactical environments.

Expeditionary Operations – 8673

Amphibious FoundationsModule 1Introduction to MAGTF Operations Afloat
Amphibious Fundamentals
Module 2Amphibious Ships and Connectors
Amphibious Forces – Organization and Support
Module 3The Maritime Operating Environment
Intelligence and Fire Support in Amphibious Operations
Module 4Logistics in Amphibious Operations
Command and Control of Amphibious Forces
Module 5Amphibious Planning
Amphibious Planning Exercise
Module 6Amphibious Concepts
Landing PlanModule 7Amphibious Embarkation
Landing Plan Development
Module 8Execution of Ship-to-Shore Movement
Landing Support Operations
Module 9Landing Beach Criteria
Serial Assignment Table
Module 10Landing Diagram
Landing Craft and Amphibious Vehicle Assignment Table
Landing Sequence Table
Module 11Amphibious Air Assault
Expeditionary Advanced Base OperationsModule 12Foundations and Characteristics of EABO
Planning and Organization of EABO
Module 13EABO Historical Perspective
Module 14Littoral Operations
EABO Marine and Navy Capabilities
EABO (COA Development) / How to play Littoral Commander
Module 15Intelligence Operations
Information Activities in Support of EABO
EABO (Supporting Plans - Intel + Fires) / Controlled Wargame
Module 16Aviation Operations
Logistics Operations
Module 16EABO (Supporting Plans - Load, Maneuver, Sustain) / Freeplay Wargame

The purpose of the Expeditionary Operations course is to address the Marine Corps’ role as an expeditionary force, specifically as part of a larger naval or joint operation. It consists of three subcourses: Amphibious Foundations, Landing Plan, and Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations. This course provides the framework to explore the doctrine, concepts, and challenges of MAGTF operations afloat in support of expeditionary operations. Students learn how to integrate MAGTF capabilities and apply naval and joint doctrine to develop multi-domain operations plans in a sea-based environment.

MAGTF Operations Practical Exercise – 8674

Module 111th MEU Problem Framing Part I
Module 211th MEU Problem Framing part II
Module 311th MEU COA Development Part I
Module 411th MEU COA Development Part II
Module 511th MEU Wargaming Part I
Module 611th MEU Wargaming Part II
Module 711th MEU Course of Action Comparison & Decision
Module 811th MEU Orders Development
Module 910th MLR Problem Framing Part I
Module 1010th MLR Problem Framing Part II
Module 1110th MLR COA Development Part I
Module 1210th MLR COA Development Part II
Module 1310th MLR COA Wargame Part I
Module 1410th MLR COA Wargame Part II
Module 1510th MLR Course of Action Comparison and Decision
Module 1610th MLR Orders Development

The purpose of the MAGTF Operations Practical Exercise is to provide career-level officers an opportunity to reinforce the skills and educational objectives learned during prior instruction and to exercise military judgment, as well as decision-making, through a practical exercise that includes two related but different military problems. Students work as part of a tactical exercise team (TET) that uses the Marine Corps Planning Process (MCPP) to create integrated MAGTF solutions that reflect student understanding of conceptual and functional planning.

Enlisted College DEP

The Enlisted College Distance Education Program in close coordination with the College of Enlisted Military Education improves warfighting, sharpens cognition, and develops leaders who are steadfast cultural guardians in order to protect and enhance the marked advantage enlisted Marines provide to the service and the Nation.

Leading Marines DEP on MarineNet
EPME3110

3113 Administration and Communication U.S. Constitution The Promotion System Interact with Social Media

EPME3210

3213 Warfighting Warfighting Troop Leading Steps Operational Culture

EPME3220

3223 Command and Military Organization The Command Organizational Structure of USMC Organizational Structure of DoD

EPME3410

3415 Developing Leaders Understanding Values Marine Corps Core Values Leadership Traits and Principles Ethical Leadership Team Development

EPME3420

3423 Leadership Tools Coaching, Counseling, and Mentoring Coaching Counseling

DESCRIPTION

The Leading Marines DEP is a curriculum of courses that serves as the foundation of the PME building block program and supports the development of the requisite leadership skills for our future leaders. This curriculum of courses serves as a prerequisite to the command-sponsored Lance Corporal Leadership and Ethics Seminar. Together, they satisfy the PME requirement for lance corporals.

EPME3000 Leading Marines DEP

Warfighting6
Leadership9
Communication1

16 hours

Corporals Course DEP on MarineNet
EPME4110

4113 Administration

JEPES

The Promotion System Military Justice System EPME4410 4413 Leadership I Keepers of Tradition Foundations of USMC Leadership Developing Leadership Fundamentals

EPME4120

4122 Communications Professional Communications Interact with Social Media EPME4420 4423 Leadership II Leadership Development Tools Combat Operational Stress Combat Conditioning

EPME4210

4214 Operations Warfighting Irregular Warfare Operational Culture USMC Organization

EPME4220

4223 Fire Team Operations The Marine Rifle Squad and Team Defensive Operations Patrolling

EPME4230

4232 Tactical Planning Troop Leading Steps Combat Orders

EPME4240

4242 Tactical Tools Land Navigation Tactical Communication

DESCRIPTION

The Corporals Course DEP serves as the prerequisite for completion of the Command-sponsored Corporals Course (CSCC). Together, they satisfy the PME requirement for corporals. Upon completion of the Corporals Course DEP, Marines will be better prepared to complete the CSCC and maximize the learning opportunities available. Additionally, they will be better equipped to deal with those issues facing today's Corps and pass on the history, customs, and traditions which sustain the Corps' heritage. Corporals will be familiar with the tactics and concepts of Maneuver Warfare and their application to offensive and defensive operations at the fire team and squad level. The Corporals Course DEP provides additional skills and confidence to make sound, ethical decisions and to lead Marines in combat and in garrison.

EPME4000 Corporals Course DEP

Warfighting15
Leadership12
Communication3

30 hours

Warfighting22
Leadership18
Communication6.5
Sergeants School DEP on MarineNet
EPME5110

5113 Administration Military Justice System Performance Evaluations Admin Correspondence EPME5300 5303 Training Unit Readiness Program Marine Corps Physical Fitness Program Guided Discussions

EPME5120

5123 Communications Effective Writing Deliver an Oral Presentation Social Media Interaction EPME5410 5414 Leadership I USMC Organizational Structure History of the Marine NCO Foundations of Marine Leadership Close Order Drill

EPME5210

5213 Warfighting Warfighting Joint Operations Info in Marine Corp Ops EPME5420 5424 Leadership II Advise on Career Progression Developing Resiliency A Bias for Action Critical reading

EPME5220

5223 Squad Operations Offensive Operations Defensive Operations Patrolling

EPME5230

5234 Tactical Planning Tactical Fundamentals Troop Leading Steps Combat Orders Intro to Marine Corps Planning Process

DESCRIPTION

The Sergeants School DEP is a prerequisite for the Sergeants School at a SNCO Academy or the CDET Sergeants School Seminar Program. Together, they satisfy the PME requirement for sergeants. It provides sergeants with the knowledge and information necessary to assume leadership roles of greater responsibility. The instruction places emphasis on skills needed for a sergeant to function at the squad level, lead Marines in combat, and mentor junior Marines.

EPME5000 Sergeants School DEP

46.5 hours

Warfighting26
Leadership18
Communication16
Career School DEP on MarineNet
EPME6110

6113 Admin & Comm I Search and Seizure Conduct a Military Briefing Group Dynamics EPME6410 6414 Leadership I Values-Based Leadership Career Progression Advisor Company Drill and Ceremonies Leadership Challenges

EPME6120

6123 Admin & Comm I Prepare Military Correspondence Intermediate Writing Social Media EPME5420 6424 Leadership II Body Composition and Military Appearance Combat and Operational Stress Control Marine Corps Physical Fitness Program Uniform and Personal Appearance Standards

EPME6210

6212 Warfighting Warfighting Joint Operations

EPME6220

Command and Control Command and Control Combat Operations Center

EPME6230

6234 Tactical Planning Tactical Fundamentals Combat Orders Marine Corps Planning Process

EPME6300

6302 Training Unit Training Management Manage Training

DESCRIPTION

The Career School DEP is a prerequisite for the Career School and the SNCO Leadership School at a SNCO Academy and the CDET Career School and SNCO Leadership School Seminar Programs. The Career School DEP alone satisfies the PME requirement for Staff Sergeants. The Career School DEP provides the skills necessary for the staff sergeant to act as a problem solver, lead at the platoon level, influence company grade officers, and to lead and develop subordinate leaders in the areas of warfighting, core values, and preserving time-honored traditions.

EPME6000 Career School DEP 60 hours

Advanced School DEP on MarineNet
EPME7110

7113 Administration Military Justice System Lawful Search and Seizure JAGMAN Investigations EPME7410 7402 Critical Thinking Critical Thinking Critical Reading

EPME7120

7123 Communications Military Correspondence Effective Communications Social Media EPME7420 7424 Leadership USMC Organizational Structure History of the Marine NCO Foundations of Marine Leadership Close Order Drill

EPME7210

7213 Warfighting I Marine Corps Planning Process MAGTF Operations Joint Operations

EPME7220

7223 Warfighting II Offensive Operations Defensive Operations Command and Control

EPME7230

7233 Warfighting III Unit Readiness Planning Training and Readiness Manuals Mission Essential Task Lists

DESCRIPTION

The Advanced School DEP is a prerequisite for the Advanced School at a SNCO Academy and the CDET Advanced School Seminar Program when available. Completion of both the SNCO Leadership School and the Advanced School DEP satisfy the PME requirement for gunnery sergeants. Gunnery sergeants that have completed the Advanced School will be able to better support the organizational values of the Marine Corps and their unit, increase their ability to influence the command climate, properly adhere to administrative and legal procedure within the organization, and conduct a variety of combat operational roles such as watch officer or company Gunnery Sergeant in a MAGTF or joint operating environment.

EPME7000 Advanced School DEP

Warfighting18
Leadership21
Communication7

46 hours

5500 Sergeants School Seminar Program

Sergeants School SeminarTotal Hours 90.0
Lesson 1: Welcome Aboard/IntroductionC6
Lesson 2: Developing a Bias for ActionL6
Lesson 3: Professional CommunicationsC6
Lesson 4: Written CommunicationsC6
Lesson 5: Military Leadership FoundationsL6
Lesson 6: Leadership Development ToolsL6
Lesson 7: Leadership StrategiesL6
Lesson 8: Leadership ResponsibilityL6
Lesson 9: WarfightingW6
Lesson 10: Naval Expeditionary OperationsW6
Lesson 11: Troop Leading StepsW6
Lesson 12: Estimate of the SituationW6
Lesson 13: Developing ResiliencyL6
Lesson 14: Performance Evaluation SystemL6
Lesson 15: Role of the SNCOL6

Study/Prep Hours 45 Seminar Hours 45 Warfighting 24 Leadership 48 Communications 18

The Sergeants School Seminar Program develops professional warfighters, ethical leaders, and sound decision-makers by reinforcing foundational leadership principles and enhancing tactical proficiency. Students will further develop the knowledge and skills necessary to lead effectively in complex environments. Building upon the knowledge acquired in the Distance Education Program and experience as junior leaders, the seminar program challenges Marines to think critically, communicate effectively, and foster their subordinates' professional and personal development. Graduates will leave as committed, professional small-unit leaders with a bias for intelligent action who promote good order and discipline and apply cultural awareness in operational scenarios. Equipped with improved communication skills, they will issue clear and decisive guidance, uphold institutional values, and embody the highest standards of Marine Corps leadership. Above all, they will serve as trusted leaders, prepared to influence the battlefield and shape the next generation of Marines through their actions and example.

6500 Career School Seminar Program

Career School SeminarTotal Hours 90.0
Lesson 1: Critical ThinkingL6
Lesson 2: Professional EthicsL6
Lesson 3: Establishing an Ethical EnvironmentL6
Lesson 4: Effective CommunicationsC6
Lesson 5: Military CorrespondenceC6
Lesson 6: Performance EvaluationsL6
Lesson 7: WarfightingW6
Lesson 8: Tactical PlanningW6
Lesson 9: Command and ControlW6
Lesson 10: Irregular WarfareW6
Lesson 11: Naval and Joint OperationsW6
Lesson 12: CoachingL6
Lesson 13: Developing Your NCOsL6
Lesson 14: ResiliencyL6
Lesson 15: Role of the GySgtL6

DESCRIPTION

The Career School Seminar equips Marine Staff Sergeants with the warfighting, leadership, and decision-making skills necessary to mentor, advise, and lead in complex environments. Through an intensive curriculum focused on warfighting doctrine, ethical leadership, and tactical planning, students refine their ability to solve problems, enforce institutional standards, and support the commander’s intent. Building on their experience, students will analyze leadership’s role in maintaining discipline and gain insight into Naval and Joint Operations and improved tactical planning. Graduates will emerge as trusted enforcers of Marine Corps standards, applying maneuver warfare concepts to enhance operational effectiveness, sustain unit cohesion, and lead by example. Above all, they will embody the highest standards of Marine Corps leadership, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and unwavering dedication to mission success.

Study/Prep Hours 45 Seminar Hours 45 Warfighting 30 Leadership 48 Communications 12

7500 Advanced School Seminar Program

Advanced School SeminarTotal Hours 90.0
Lesson 1: Critical ThinkingL6
Lesson 2: Effective CommunicationC6
Lesson 3: Reflective CommunicationC6
Lesson 4: Legal ProcessesL6
Lesson 5: Support the Command PhilosophyL6
Lesson 6: Influencing Command ClimateL6
Lesson 7: Command & ControlW6
Lesson 8: Information in Marine OperationsW6
Lesson 9: MCPP OverviewW6
Lesson 10: Problem Framing (MCPP)W6
Lesson 11: COA Development (MCPP)W6
Lesson 12: National Security StrategyW6
Lesson 13: Unit Readiness PlanningW6
Lesson 14: Strategic LeadershipL6
Lesson 15: Role of the SELL6

DESCRIPTION

The Advanced School Seminar prepares Gunnery Sergeants to serve as ethical leaders, professional warfighters, and sound decision-makers capable of shaping command climate and translating policy into action. The curriculum focuses on leadership, planning, and command and control, fostering critical and creative thinking skills needed to solve complex problems and drive mission success. Students will analyze the role of leadership in influencing organizational culture, examine the National Strategic Overview and Joint Operations, and explore the art and science of command and control within MAGTF operations. Emphasizing maneuver warfare concepts and decision-making, the course challenges students to articulate clear, effective solutions to leadership challenges. Graduates will emerge as decisive and action-oriented leaders who uphold the commander’s vision, enforce institutional standards, and enhance unit effectiveness. Graduates will guide Marines with clarity, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment.

Warfighting 42 Leadership 36 Communications 12

Warfighting 30 Leadership 48 Communications 12

6800 SNCO Leadership School Seminar

SNCO Leadership Seminar Total Hours 90.0
Lesson 1: Complex Problem SolvingL6
Lesson 2: Effective CommunicationC6
Lesson 3: WarfightingW6
Lesson 4: Supporting the Command PhilosophyL6
Lesson 5: Influencing the Command ClimateL6
Lesson 6: MAGTF OperationsW6
Lesson 7: Tactical PlanningW6
Lesson 8: Naval Integration and Joint OpsW6
Lesson 9: NCO DevelopmentL6
Lesson 10: Performance EvaluationsL6
Lesson 11: Legal ProcessesL6
Lesson 12: Unit Training ManagementW6
Lesson 13: Military CorrespondenceC6
Lesson 14: Professional Military EthicsL6
Lesson 15: Role of the Enlisted LeaderL6

DESCRIPTION

The SNCO Leadership School Seminar emphasizes practical leadership while developing critical warfighting, leadership, and effective communication skills in service of the nation. Building upon the knowledge acquired in the Sergeants School or Sergeants School Seminar and the Distance Education Program, the school enhances graduates' abilities to think critically and make informed decisions to fulfill their roles as professional warfighters and cultural guardians. Upon completion, graduates will serve as trusted leaders and advisors who are committed to improving command climate and fostering unit cohesion. As committed professional warfighters with a bias for intelligent action, they will uphold institutional standards and values to effectively lead Marines and build esprit de corps throughout their units. Students will be equipped to communicate clearly and decisively – using commander’s intent to issue easily understood orders to subordinates. Above all, they will demonstrate unwavering dedication to their Country and Corps, showcasing strength of character and the resilience to persevere through adversity.

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