The Basic School
Following Officer Candidates School, newly commissioned officers head to The Basic School to learn how to lead and inspire fellow Marines. Guided by the mentorship of experienced Marines, new officers develop the leadership, knowledge and esprit de corps that define the Marine Corps.
5 Paragraph Combat Order
Commanders in the Marine Corps use a five-paragraph combat order recognized by all U.S. Armed Forces and NATO. This format ensures that your mission plan factors in all the relevant details, and that you can effectively deliver the information to your Marines. After delivering an order, you must be prepared to adapt quickly and respond as conditions evolve.
Learn from Experience
You will gain experience making decisions and delivering combat orders during tactical training exercises. You’ll learn to trust your training and work with the senior Enlisted Marines alongside you. Preparing and delivering orders throughout training will prepare you to deliver clear commands on any mission.