Frequently Asked Questions | Direct 2 Management

What is Direct 2 Management?

Direct 2 Management (D2M) is a Management Training Program offered on-base that seeks to transfer military experience and leadership skills into a civilian career. It is one of the programs offered through Troop Transition International. We recruit and train Marines and soldiers for immediate post-service employment in the Operations Management field of the Supply Chain Management, Transportation and Logistics industries. We partner with the industry's best companies to provide job opportunities prior to your separation from the military. Back to FAQ

Direct 2 Management is under agreement with a number of top Transportation and Logistics companies that have demonstrated their commitment, support, and understanding of the needs of transitioning servicemen and women. D2M's program attempts to eliminate post-service uncertainty - our goal is that you will be trained and employed prior to your EAS (should you choose to accept the job offer). We take your military leadership, experience and training as a baseline, help develop a more complete skill set and provide you with additional tools to be a more effective and successful supervisor or manager. Back to FAQ

Direct 2 Management will cost you nothing! Our management-training program is operated in conjunction with our partner Palomar College and with that in mind, we utilize the Tuition Assistance benefits available to active duty military personnel rather than ask you to pay for this program. Upon enrollment, our staff will provide you with the necessary form(s) to complete and submit to the base education office.
The Tuition Assistance provided to you by the Department of Defense is determined by your GT Score (Active Duty and Reservists). If you are a National Guardsman you will receive Tuition Assistance based on slightly different criteria, but again we will assist you through the entire process. Rest assured, we will never ask for funds from your pocket!

If you are denied for TA due to already holding a previous college degree, scholarship money may be available on a space available basis. Please let us know your situation. Back to FAQ

Tuition Assistance is a free Department of Defense benefit that you may draw on while an active duty serviceman. It is in place to help you with "next" career and educational opportunities and it's an annual "use or lose" benefit. You do not pay into Tuition Assistance (as you do with your MGIB account). This money is paid directly to the program(s) you select - you will never write us a check. The Department of Defense requires that you pass the course (whether it be the D2M course or any other approved course) in order to utilize your Tuition Assistance dollars. In our case, that means complete and graduate the D2M course. We ask your commitment and dedication towards our program in order for you to successfully graduate. If your orders change and you can't complete the course, we'll work with you within the guidelines of the TA program to ensure that you are not penalixed for your service. We're serious when we say NO COST. Back to FAQ.

Your GT Score is a measurement of your Verbal Expression (VE) and Arithmetic Reasoning (AR) skills as assessed by the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test. Your test score measures your General Technical abilities and will help determine your access to Tuition Assistance dollars.
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You can qualify for Tuition Aisstance by taking the Test for Adult Basic Eduction (TABE). The test has a two-hour completion time and you will receive the test results the very same day. Once you have successfuly passed the TABE, your present GT Score and TABE results will be added together to give you a new GT Score of 100 or higher. You can contact your base Education Officer or staff to determine when the TABE is available. Back to FAQ

Direct 2 Management is designed for all active duty Staff NCO's, Officers and Warrant Officers, including Reservists and National Guardsmen that qualify for Tuition Assistance. Back to FAQ

D2M is currently operating aboard USMC Camp Pendleton and MCAS Miramar, CA. We are working to launch our programs aboard other military bases including Camp Lejeune during the first half of 2008. We expect to be operating on 3-5 military installations this year (before 2009). Back to FAQ

Direct 2 Management trains Marines and soldiers in the field service center and distribution center operations, labor relations, workplace dynamics, management techniques, hiring, retention and motivational skills, customer service and effective communication. Once you've mastered these skills you will be prepared for a successful managerial career in the Transportation and Logistics industry. Back to FAQ

Never - not with us, not with our employers - NEVER. Even if you choose another management career, even if you give this a try and decide a supervisor/management role is not for you... We will never ask you to sign a contract, nor will our employers. This means no "charge backs" - no one will ask you to reimburse the cost of the training. Back to FAQ

REGISTER NOW. Our program is growing faster than we expected... and space could be limited! Make sure you complete all sections of the registration form. We'll contact you to discuss your fit and start date. Back to FAQ

Direct 2 Management is operated by Troop Transition International which focuses on multiple issues facing a service member's transition to a civilian career and life. While D2M is a program initially geared for the Supply Chain management, Transportation & Logistics industries, Troop Transition International is working with other industries that are equally as supportive and enthusiastic about employing our nations's heores. Stay tuned...! Back to FAQ