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Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership

Seminary student studying Ministry Leadership

Overview

The Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership prepares competent Christian leaders for church, lay ministry, and other workplace roles by combining graduate-level leadership training, biblical and theological studies, and specialized ministry practicums.

Contextual Learning

In addition to specialized course work, students in this program will have the opportunity to work closely with expert leaders in ministry contexts tailored to their specific vocational interests and needs.

Program Sheet
Course Schedule

The 48 credit-hour program focuses on four aspects of ministry leadership:

  • Leadership training – development of skills in leadership and administration
  • Biblical and theological literacy – provision of the biblical and theological framework for effective ministry leadership
  • Practical ministry and/or specialized areas of study – focus on practical ministry practicums or specialized courses, which enable leaders to hone their knowledge and skills in a specific area
  • Spiritual formation – integration of spiritual development throughout the program

Courses

Total Credits Required: 48

Interpreting God’s Word 1

BI / TS – BI5101
3 credits

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Theological Foundations 2

BI / TS – TS5201
3 credits

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Old Testament Elective

BI / TS
3 credits

New Testament Elective

BI / TS
3 credits

Bible, Theology or Church History Elective

BI / TS
6 credits

A Biblical Theology of Leadership 3

LS5103
3 credits

Syllabus
Effective Communication in Leadership
Preparing Sermons that Connect

LS6100
3 credits

Introduction
Syllabus
Contemporary Approaches to Leadership & Management

LS5105
3 credits

Syllabus
Leadership Elective

LS
3 credits

Leadership Elective

LS
3 credits

Leadership Elective

LS
3 credits

Ministry Leadership Practicum 1 and 2 4

LS7501-LS7502
3 credits each

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Capstone Project

LS7200

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Summative Assessment5

P/F

Summary

1 Students who already have an advanced undergraduate course in hermeneutics should choose an elective other than ‘Interpreting God’s Word’ in any area related to this degree.
2 Students who have a course similar to ‘Theological Foundations’ from their undergraduate degree should choose a  different elective in any area related to this degree.
3 Students who have a bible or theology undergraduate degree may use this course as one of their bible and theology electives.
4 Students with significant ministry experience may choose other electives or directed studies to complete this requirement.
5 Students must complete the Summative Assessment to complete their program and graduate. This requirement will be documented as a Pass/Fail.

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