Like the Profession of Arms, National Security Policy and Strategy are briefly introduced at the most junior levels. While some personnel will engage in this area sooner, the majority of Defence become increasingly involved in this field from JPME Level 3 onwards. By Level 4, this topic becomes a major area of study. It gives Defence personnel an understanding of the whole of Defence as a department, the broader security community and other government agencies. It examines the systems and support for strategic logistics and sustainment. It addresses Defence relationships and how we communicate with the government, and it examines strategy from awareness level to synthesising and generating strategic direction. Topics include, but are not limited to:
- Strategy theory and practice
- Strategy and policy relationship
- Understanding the global environment
- National security and intelligence
- The Defence and security organisation
- Deterrence Theory
- Preparedness and mobilisation
- Strategic logistics/sustainment
- Communication with government
- Inter-agency collaboration
- Gender, Peace and Security
- Civil-military relations
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National and Military Power awarenessGlobal Health Engagement in the Indo-Pacific - a Critical Enabler for ADF HealthAustralia's military Global Health Engagement could be the key to unlocking stronger healthcare systems in the Indo-Pacific, while simultaneously sharpening the ADF's medical readiness for future challenges.
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National and Military Power awarenessEnduring Characteristics of Australia’s National Strategic LandscapeDiscover how Australia’s strategic landscape during the perilous days of 1942 offers crucial insights for today's military professionals. This article delves into the five enduring characteristics that defined Australia's national strategy during the existential threat posed by the Japanese Imperial Forces and draws compelling parallels to contemporary challenges and responses. Engage with history to better navigate the present and future.
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The Art of War Joint CompetencyClausewitz’s Centre of Gravity in a Modern BattlespaceIs the Centre-of-Gravity concept an outdated metaphor hampering military effectiveness? Or could a subtle change enable the concept to enhance our war-fighting ability?
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The Art of War Joint CompetencyArmy Intel, Navy Gunfire, and Marine Mission Execution Saved ManyOn the 52nd Anniversary of the heroic efforts leading to the destruction of the Dong Ha bridge diverting the NVA advance into South Vietnam, author Walter (Bob) Baker recounts the events as one who was serving there at the time.
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Critical and Creative ThinkingBattle for Kursk: What a simple wargame can teach us about operational tempoDiscover how a simple wargame can unlock profound insights into mastering operational tempo, a critical element in military success.
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Critical and Creative ThinkingPoint of Impact TrainingPhilosophy Training for the Real World: The Science of Immersive Training Methodology. Discover how the revolutionary 'Point of Impact' training philosophy immerses combatants in realistic scenarios to master fear and enhance survival instincts in real-world warfare.
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National and Military Power awarenessEnduring Characteristics of Australia’s National Strategic Landscape
Discover how Australia’s strategic landscape during the perilous days of 1942 offers crucial insights for today's military professionals. This article delves into the five enduring characteristics that defined Australia's national strategy during the existential threat posed by the Japanese Imperial Forces and draws compelling parallels to contemporary challenges and responses. Engage with history to better navigate the present and future.
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The Art of War Joint CompetencyClausewitz’s Centre of Gravity in a Modern Battlespace
Is the Centre-of-Gravity concept an outdated metaphor hampering military effectiveness? Or could a subtle change enable the concept to enhance our war-fighting ability?
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Critical and Creative ThinkingBattle for Kursk: What a simple wargame can teach us about operational tempo
Discover how a simple wargame can unlock profound insights into mastering operational tempo, a critical element in military success.
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Critical and Creative ThinkingPoint of Impact Training
Philosophy Training for the Real World: The Science of Immersive Training Methodology. Discover how the revolutionary 'Point of Impact' training philosophy immerses combatants in realistic scenarios to master fear and enhance survival instincts in real-world warfare.
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National and Military Power awarenessEnduring Characteristics of Australia’s National Strategic Landscape
Discover how Australia’s strategic landscape during the perilous days of 1942 offers crucial insights for today's military professionals. This article delves into the five enduring characteristics that defined Australia's national strategy during the existential threat posed by the Japanese Imperial Forces and draws compelling parallels to contemporary challenges and responses. Engage with history to better navigate the present and future.
<30 min29/05/2024 -
The Art of War Joint CompetencyClausewitz’s Centre of Gravity in a Modern Battlespace
Is the Centre-of-Gravity concept an outdated metaphor hampering military effectiveness? Or could a subtle change enable the concept to enhance our war-fighting ability?
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Critical and Creative ThinkingBattle for Kursk: What a simple wargame can teach us about operational tempo
Discover how a simple wargame can unlock profound insights into mastering operational tempo, a critical element in military success.
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Integrated National PowerHuge challenge to meet needs of Defence Strategic ReviewExploring the economic shifts necessary for Australia's strategic future, this compelling analysis uncovers whether the nation's industrial capabilities are dreaming big or setting the stage for genuine transformation.
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National and Military Power awarenessEnduring Characteristics of Australia’s National Strategic Landscape
Discover how Australia’s strategic landscape during the perilous days of 1942 offers crucial insights for today's military professionals. This article delves into the five enduring characteristics that defined Australia's national strategy during the existential threat posed by the Japanese Imperial Forces and draws compelling parallels to contemporary challenges and responses. Engage with history to better navigate the present and future.
<30 min29/05/2024 -
The Art of War Joint CompetencyClausewitz’s Centre of Gravity in a Modern Battlespace
Is the Centre-of-Gravity concept an outdated metaphor hampering military effectiveness? Or could a subtle change enable the concept to enhance our war-fighting ability?
<15 min17/04/2024
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Integrated National PowerHuge challenge to meet needs of Defence Strategic Review
Exploring the economic shifts necessary for Australia's strategic future, this compelling analysis uncovers whether the nation's industrial capabilities are dreaming big or setting the stage for genuine transformation.
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National and Military Power awarenessEnduring Characteristics of Australia’s National Strategic Landscape
Discover how Australia’s strategic landscape during the perilous days of 1942 offers crucial insights for today's military professionals. This article delves into the five enduring characteristics that defined Australia's national strategy during the existential threat posed by the Japanese Imperial Forces and draws compelling parallels to contemporary challenges and responses. Engage with history to better navigate the present and future.
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Coalition Operations Political AcumenEffective Leadership in a Pandemic: What we Learned from COVID-19 (Part 2)How different leaders responded to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the varied outcomes they achieved present a valuable case study in leadership and crisis management.
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Moral LeadershipEffective Leadership in a Pandemic: What we Learned from COVID-19 (Part 1)
How different leaders responded to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the varied outcomes they achieved present a valuable case study in leadership and crisis management. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we draw on real-time observations made during the outbreak and spread of the global pandemic to learn what can be applied to military leadership during extreme circumstances.
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