Leading Marines

This subcourse teaches about the United States Constitution, the organization of the United States government, and the purpose of the oath of enlistment; the promotion system with an emphasis on fundamentals of proficiency and conduct marks; the guidelines to follow when making unofficial posts on social media sites; and the guidelines for participating in political activities. It consists of three lessons: United States Constitution, The Promotion System, and Interact with Social Media.

This subcourse enhances the student's understanding of the nature of war and important maneuver warfare concepts. Students will further expand their abilities to make tactically sound decisions, formulate plans, coherently communicate those plans, and turn decisions into action. Additionally, this subcourse reinforces that, as an expeditionary force, Marines operate in foreign environments among foreign peoples, demanding skills in working with foreign military and security forces and in understanding local populations. It consists of three lessons: Warfighting, Troop Leading Steps, and Operational Culture.

This subcourse familiarizes the student with unit command structure and responsibilities, provides the basic composition of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF), and introduces the structure of the Department of Defense (DoD). It consists of three lessons: The Command, Organizational Structure of the Marine Corps, and Organizational Structure of the Department of Defense.

This subcourse focuses on the practical application of the leadership topics taught in recruit training with an emphasis on values and ethics. It explores the student's individual values and how they relate to our organizational values. Using values as a foundation for ethical leadership, this subcourse examines individual ethical decisions influenced by our leadership traits and principles and our Marine Corps core values. It consists of five lessons: Understanding Values, Marine Corps Core Values, Leadership Traits and Principles, Ethical Leadership, and Team Development.

This subcourse explores the fundamentals of coaching, counseling, and mentoring. The most important responsibility in our Corps is leading Marines. Because of engaged, compassionate, and caring leaders, serving in the Marine Corps is a defining experience for everyone who has worn our cloth. It is up to all Marines to carry on that legacy, and the proper use of these leadership tools will assist the student in developing their abilities—and those of their Marines—to carry on our heritage. It consists of three lessons: Fundamentals of Coaching, Counseling, and Mentoring; Coaching; and Counseling.

This subcourse is not specific to enlisted PME, however it provides the student with tools and resources to maximize their personal readiness at every stage of the Marine for Life Cycle. Whether a Marine is continuing their career or transitioning to civilian life, this subcourse presents valuable information to help them realize the opportunities available to them.