 Most students participate in the Advanced Military Studies Program ( AMSP ) . In 2009 , the school held eight AMSP seminars . AMSP is intended to educate students in " military arts and science " , and focuses on operational art and covers a variety of subjects , including military problem solving ; military theory and history , military doctrine , operational planning ; battle dynamics , operational theory and practice , contemporary military operations , and the application of national elements of power . Besides classroom studies and operational exercises , students must complete a research monograph and an oral examination . After graduating , officers serve on a division , corps , or Army Service Component Command staff , or in a functional area assignment . 
