103 Marine Corps Planning Process Overview

Question 1

Design Definition

Answer 1

The conception and articulation of a framework for solving a problem, actively engage in a continuous dialogue, and collaborate to achieve an enhanced understanding.

• Conceptual Planning
• Visualization
• Emergency of a Hypothesis
• Continuous activity
• Critical thinking

Question 2

Tenets of the Marine Corps Planning Process (3)

Answer 2

1. Top-Down Planning (Commander)
2. Single Battle Concept (deep, close, rear)
3. Integrated Planning (all elements)

Question 3

Marine Corps Planning Process

Answer 3

Staff level planning designed to promote an understanding among the commander, his staff, and subordinate commanders regarding the nature of a given problem and the options for solving it. Two types: deliberate and rapid.

1. Problem Framing
2. Course of Action (COA) Development
3. COA War Game
4. COA Comparison and Decision
5. Orders Development
6. Transition