The Department of Leadership and Management at the U. S. Coast Guard Academy will offer a broad undergraduate program in management and leadership relevant to the changing needs of the U. S. Coast Guard. We will be valued for our dedication to the professional development of our students as effective Coast Guard officers and stewards of public resources. We will also be regarded as a valuable resource for leadership and management expertise throughout the U.S. Coast Guard.

Department Mission
The Mission of the Department of Leadership and Management is to prepare future commissioned officers of the U.S. Coast Guard to be competent and ethical management professionals. The students' academic development will be grounded in the educational and professional outcomes of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and the core values of the U.S. Coast Guard. The Department will be guided by the management needs of the U.S. Coast Guard to ensure our students are prepared for their future role as stewards of public resources. We fulfill our mission primarily through our emphasis on teaching, focusing on the academic and professional development of the individual cadet.