Critical Analysis of Joint Logistics Professional Military Education for Army Logisticians.

摘要

National strategy is calling for a future defense force that is responsive, agile, flexible, and increasingly interoperable. As the US military prepares to meet this need in a time of fiscal constraints, it will do so while the organizational structure adjusts to a smaller, leaner force. Joint services, increasingly dependent upon one another, must possess a shared understanding and the ability to integrate capabilities, personnel, and systems. The Logistics Force must meet this need while operating within the provisions of Title 10 and complex logistical authorities. Professional Military Education is the critical component to developing the foundations necessary for interoperability. This study investigates the current Joint Logistics Officer Professional Military Education program at the intermediate level to determine if it is suitable to meet DoDs current and future operational needs through a comparative analysis. Additionally, this study will provide a foundation for recommended improvements to joint logistics educational opportunities that facilitate well-sustained and globally integrated operations across the joint force in keeping with our National Strategic objectives.