The Military Leadership and Management study programme is an interdisciplinary university programme and the first of its kind in the Republic of Croatia, making it unique in the job market within the public sector, such as defense and the armed forces, as well as in the protection and rescue of people and property, civil protection, and other institutions that support civil entities in crisis situations and in the event of natural or technological disasters. The undergraduate university study programme in Military Leadership and Management is delivered by Dr. Franjo Tuđman Defense and Security University in cooperation with the constituent units of the University of Zagreb and the Croatian Military Academy “Dr Franjo Tuđman”.
This study programme is an excellent choice for individuals who recognise their abilities in leading, commanding, and managing military units and complex operations. The programme provides comprehensive knowledge in military tactics, strategic planning, organisation, security and intelligence operations, as well as crisis management and decision-making under pressure. Through the course, cadets acquire competencies required for successful engagement in the defense system, international missions and operations, as well as in civilian institutions that demand a high level of responsibility, organisation, and coordination in emergency situations.
ACQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
The Military Leadership and Management study programme enables the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and competencies in accordance with international standards and NATO guidelines, and is intended for the education of future officers of the Ministry of Defense and the Croatian Armed Forces.
DURATION AND STUDY STRUCTURE
The undergraduate Military Leadership and Management programme lasts 8 semesters. In the fourth year, cadets are assigned to branches: Infantry, Military Police, and Military Intelligence Branch.
MILITARY PRACTICAL TRAINING AND CAMPS
An integral part of the programme includes military professional training and field camps, during which cadets master leadership, command and supervision skills, handling of personal firearms, shooting and weapon maintenance, as well as spatial and environmental orientation.
ACADEMIC TITLE AND FURTHER STUDIES
Upon completion of the undergraduate programme, students earn 240 ECTS credits and are awarded the academic title university bachelor of military leadership and management (univ. bacc. art. milit.).
After completing the undergraduate programme in Military Leadership and Management, students may enrol in the graduate programme in Military Leadership and Management. The graduate programme lasts two semesters and upon completion students earn 60 ECTS credits and are awarded the academic title university master of military leadership and management (univ. mag. art. milit.).