Course Content

A McMorrow Veterans Initiative

20-Day, residential program administered over the course of three months
Participants receive a certificate of completion in ‘Veteran Transitional Leadership' from the USC Marshall School of Business
General topics and resources covered in the curriculum include:
- Practical transition knowledge
- Career development guidance
  - Custom guidance will be provided to each participant
  - Up to 12, small-scale networking events will be organized to connect participants with potential mentors in the civilian workforce
- Rediscovery/Psychological Preparation
- Exposure to USC educational opportunities
- Family Support Resources
  - Financial and legal guidance

Module 1: Foundations for Change (5 days)
- Topics: Family dynamics through transition, health and wellness, VA disability claim development, family finance/budgets/investments
- Panels – Transitioned NSW Families, NSW Entrepreneurs
Module 2: Understanding One's Self (2 days)
- Topics: Neuroscience education, utilizing medical resources, understanding new roles in the family/office, mindfulness practices, performance science
Module 3: Functions of the Firm (3 days)
- Topics: Corporate structure, contextual leadership, marketing, diversity and inclusion, social enterprises, influence without authority
Module 4: Strengthening the Family (2 days)
- Topics: Establishing values and trust (off-site retreat)
Module 5: Recognizing and Seizing Opportunities (5 days)
- Topics: Business strategy, opportunity recognition, negotiation and persuasion, employment law, challenges of entrepreneurship
Module 6: Commitment to Action (3 days)
- Topics: Achieving work/life balance, family plan overview

Lodging, meals, and admin expenses will be covered. Travel and dinner on evenings without networking events are not covered.
Childcare will be provided for participating families
Programming available to high school and college age children