Academic Catalog

Minor: Military Science and Leadership

The Leadership Studies program at Fort Hays State University (FHSU) offers all university students a 21-credit hour Minor in Military Science and Leadership. This program is designed for students interested in enhancing their collegiate study and military careers with leadership education within a military context. Attachable to all university degree programs and majors, a Minor in Military Science and Leadership adds value to the collegiate experience and career preparation for both the military and civilian sectors.

This minor is available to all majors across campus. The Minor in Military Science and Leadership consists of 21 credit hours in both Military Science and Leadership Studies courses.

Students who complete the Minor in Military Science and Leadership will also receive a Leadership Studies Certificate.

A Minor in Military Science and Leadership is 21 credit hours. The initial 12 credit hours are set. Students are allowed to select the remaining 9 credit hours (3 courses) as they wish.

Required Courses
LDRS 300Introduction to Leadership Concepts3
LDRS 302Introduction to Leadership Behavior3
LDRS 310Field Work in Leadership Studies3
MIL 201Introduction to Military Leadership3
Directed Electives9
Select at least nine credit hours from the following:
Fundamentals of Soldiering
The US Army
Basic Army Fieldcraft
Introduction to Military Briefings and Instruction
Holistic Health and Fitness
Platoon and Staff Leadership I
Platoon and Staff Leadership II
Total Hours21