Analysis of Maneuver Combat Training Center Training Methodology in Developing Objective Force Leaders

摘要

The decline in warfighting proficiency at the Combat Training Centers (CTC's) is well documented. CTC trends analysis continues to highlight the same lessons learned without significant observable reversal in trends. Units are not able to reach and maintain the band of excellence as per army training doctrine. The end result is predictable. Upon first contact with the enemy, units are attrited to the point that they are rendered combat ineffective. Constant premature mission failure does not allow leaders, in particular officers, to experience initiative, adaptability and self-awareness throughout multiple forms of contact. The purpose of this work is to analyze current CTC training methodologies in the development of the officer corps as the Army pursues the objective force leader. The current CTC's training methodology may be inhibiting the development of the objective force leader. In short, the Army needs to make an assessment of its CTC's contribution towards the objective force leader development. Transforming the CTC training methodology may assist in reversing negative warfighting trends but more importantly enhance the growth and confidence of our future leaders.