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Program in a Glance
Format: Online
Total Credits: 36
Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership is a 36-credit, fully online graduate program designed for current and aspiring ministry leaders. The program integrates biblical and theological depth, spiritual formation, and practical leadership skills to prepare students for effective service in congregational and organizational settings. Its flexible, stackable certificate structure allows students to tailor their learning to their ministry context while progressing toward a full master’s degree. Ideal for both full-time and bi-vocational ministers, the program equips leaders to guide the church with wisdom, clarity, and Christ-centered purpose.
Stackable Pathways
- Spiritual Formation
- Pastoral Leadership
- Bible & Theology
Planned future pathways
- Preaching
- Children & Family Ministry
- Student & Family Ministry
This program is pending SACSCOC approval.
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Coursework
Curriculum
- Biblical and theological foundations for faithful ministry leadership
- Spiritual formation practices for personal growth and congregational life
- Pastoral care, counseling, and shepherding skills
- Missional leadership, visioning, and ministry strategy
- Applied learning through field experiences and a culminating ministry project
Core Coursework