The purpose of the Navy Battalion is:

     1. To provide a military structure in which the officer candidates and midshipmen function, thereby gaining practical experience in the operation of a military organization.

     2. To expose officer candidates and midshipmen to real time leadership situations; to provide a forum for the practical application of leadership skills addressed in the classroom; and to obtain experience in the area of leadership skills.

     3. To provide a situation in which the officer candidate’s and midshipmen's leadership potential can be evaluated.

     4. To allow the quick and accurate dissemination of information throughout the battalion chain of command.

Mission

The mission of the Navy Battalion is:

     1. To provide experience for Officer Candidates and Midshipmen in  the development, participation, and execution of various Battalion level exercises.

     2. To develop a sequence of social activities that enhance the morale of the Battalion as well as expose Officer Candidates and Midshipmen to the types of formal social activities that can be expected to be encountered by officers of the Naval Services.

     3. To establish and administer such organizations as will enhance the professional development of the Officer Candidates and Midshipman and organizations, which recognize academic achievement and service to the Unit.

     4. To establish an organization that is capable of coordinating and administering all professional/academic organizations within the Battalion to include budgeting and accounting of funds received by the Battalion.

     5. To develop leadership skills and other military skills that are required for successful service as a commissioned officer.