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11 courses with the subject MSL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

MSL 1010INTRODUCTION TO THE ARMY AND CRITICAL THINKING1

Introduces Cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, time management, goal setting, stress management, and comprehensive fitness relate to leadership, and the Army profession. One lecture hour per week. Offered: fall Return to Table of Contents

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
none
MSL 1020INTRODUCTION TO TACTICAL LEADERSHIP1

Introduces cadets to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for adaptive leadership. Cadets learn the basics of the communications process and the importance for leaders to develop the essential skills to effectively communicate in the Army. Students will examine the Army Profession and what it means to be a professional in the U.S. Army. Offered: spring

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credit
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
MSL 2010LEADERSHIP AND DECISION MAKING2

Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework. Aspects of personal motivation and team building are practiced planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Offered: fall

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
MSL 2020FOUNDATIONS OF TACTICAL LEADERSHIP2

Examines the challenges of leading teams in the complex operational environment. The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. Cadets develop greater self-awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. Offered: spring

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
MSL 2500LEADERS TRAINING COURSE3

An intensive practical application of leadership and military skills to satisfy basic course prerequisite for enrollment into the Advanced ROTC Program Courses leading to commissioning as an officer in the U.S. Army upon graduation. Four-week summer program at Fort Knox, Ky. for students from universities and colleges throughout the nation. have been approved by the Assistant Professor of Military Science. Advanced ROTC Program Courses may enroll in the advanced course of military science. Cadets in the advanced courses are required to participate in leadership labs and physical training sessions. Seniors fill leadership positions within the cadet chain of command and are responsible for the planning and execution of all cadet functions and events.

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
This training course is only open to cadets that have met the training requirements and
MSL 3010TRAINING MANAGEMENT AND THE WARFIGHTING FUNCTIONS3

This is an academically challenging course in which you will study, practice, and apply the fundamentals of Army Leadership, Officership, Army Values and Ethics, Personal Development, and small unit tactics at the platoon level. At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, managing, developing, and leading a squad and platoon in the execution of a mission during a classroom PE, a Leadership Lab, or during a Leader Training Exercise (LTX). This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, and practical exercises, a mid- term exam, and a final exam. Successful completion of this course will help prepare you for the ROTC Cadet Leader Course (CLC) at Fort Knox, KY. Offered: fall

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
Only contracted Army ROTC Cadets may enroll in the advanced course of military science.
MSL 3020APPLIED LEADERSHIP IN SMALL UNIT OPERATIONS3

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Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
MSL 3500APPLIED MILITARY LEADERSHIP3

The ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) is the most important training event for an Army ROTC Cadet. The 29-day training event at Fort Knox, KY, incorporates challenges that are both mentally and physically rigorous and demanding. Cadets and officer candidates must excel at LDAC to be considered competitive for a commission as an Army officer.

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
Only contracted Army ROTC Cadets may enroll in the advanced course of military science.
MSL 4010MISSION COMMAND AND THE ARMY PROFESSION3

Mission Command and the Army Profession explore the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations. You will examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. You also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, the decision- making processes and host nation support. The course places significant emphasis on preparing you for BOLC B and your first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare you to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. Offered: fall

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
Only contracted Army ROTC Cadets may enroll in the advanced course of military science.
MSL 4020MISSION COMMAND AND THE COMPANY GRADE OFFICER3

Mission Command and the Company Grade Officer explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations during Unified Land Operations I, II, and III. Examine the Art of Command and how to properly communicate with; during Cultural Awareness and Cultural Property Protection (CPP), you will discuss numerous situations on how ethical decisions impact personnel and the unit mission. The course places significant emphasis on preparing you for BOLC B and your first unit of assignment. It uses mission command case studies and scenarios to prepare you to face the complex ethical demands of serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Army. Offered: spring

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
Only contracted Army ROTC Cadets may enroll in the advanced course of military science.
MSL 4210THE AMERICAN MILITARY EXPERIENCE3

American military history from the Colonial Period to the present with emphasis on the interrelationship of war and society. Open to all students. Cross-listed with HIS 4210 AIR FORCE RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (AFROTC)

Subject
MSL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
www.methodist.edu
Prerequisite
none
Alias
HIS 4210

Source: Methodist University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61