Leading Marines - Admin and Communication (The Promotion System)

Mission Accomplishment Leadership Intellect and Wisdom Individual Character Physical Fitness Personal Appearance Including the Completion of: PMEs, MarineNet Courses, Institute Courses, Off-Duty Education

"Whole Marine Concept"

Proficiency Mark 4.0 to 4.4

Average

To promote the best qualified Marines who are fully capable of assuming the responsibilities of the next higher paygrade.

Basic Goal of the Promotion System

Conduct Mark 3.0 to 3.9

Below Average

Proficiency Mark 3.0 to 3.9

Below Average

Rifle Score, PFT/CFT Score, Average Proficiency and Conduct Marks, TIS/TIG DOES NOT INCLUDE MARTIAL ARTS BELT

Composite Score

12 Months TIG; 24 Months TIS

Corporal to Sergeant

Conduct Mark 4.0 to 4.9

Excellent

Proficiency Mark 4.5 to 4.8

Excellent

8 Months TIG; 12 Months TIS

Lance Corporal to Corporal

Maintain needed strength in each grade and MOS. Ensure all eligible Marines receive an equitable opportunity to compete for promotion. Ensure that only the best and fully qualified Marines are promoted.

Objectives of the Promotion System

Conduct Mark 4.9 to 5.0

Outstanding

Proficiency Mark 4.9 to 5.0

Outstanding

8 Months TIG; 9 Months TIS

PFC to Lance Corporal

6 Months TIG

Private to PFC

Assessing an individual's past performance, depending on rank.

Proficiency and Conduct Marks

How often are Proficiency and Conduct Marks recorded?

Semi-Annually

Regular Promotion Meritorious Promotion

Types of Promotions

Conduct Mark 0 to 1.9

Unacceptable

Proficiency Mark 0 to 1.9

Unacceptable

Conduct Mark 2.0 to 2.9

Unsatisfactory

Proficiency Mark 2.0 to 2.9

Unsatisfactory