Graduate Degree Programs

MINISTRY CONCENTRATION OVERVIEW

MM and MDiv students have an option of selecting a ministry concentration from four areas or remain in the interdisciplinary track that gives them the flexibility of exploring multiple areas of study. In addition to 6 credit hours of ministry core, MM and MDiv students will be able to customize 8 credit hours with one of the four concentrations with respect to their interest. MA(BS) students will take 6 credit hours of any ministry skills courses in addition to the required ministry courses. While the core courses lay the foundation for a multifaceted ministry, the concentration courses address the students’ need for ministry skills unique to the students’ concentration. Students who are interested in one of the following four concentrations should consult their Academic Advisor to determine their concentration and to map out the courses accordingly. The determination of concentration will vary based on students’ academic records, backgrounds, and interests.

Concentration in Biblical Counseling

Be equipped with basic theories and skills for Christian counseling in a non-professional environment
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Courses: Christian Counseling, Advanced Counseling Theory & Integration, Counseling Women, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Foundations of the Christian Home, Issues in Human Sexuality

Concentration in Black Church Studies

Be trained to be catalysts of transformation and reconciliation in your churches and communities
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Courses: Introduction to Black Church Studies, Black Church History 1 & 2, Black Church Community Development

Concentration in Church Planting

Be equipped for planting a church in local and cross-cultural settings
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Courses: Christian Counseling, Discipleship Strategies, Vision & Strategic Planning, Planting Churches and Ministries

Concentration in Ministry Leadership

Be effective and hone the leadership skills necessary for ministering in a local church or parachurch organization
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Courses: Pastoral Ministries, Advanced Leadership & Administration, Vision & Strategic Planning, Leading Teams

Concentration in Pastoral Ministry

Be prepared for the task of effectively leading the congregation of a local church by developing skills necessary in exercising servant leadership
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Courses: Expository Preaching, Christian Counseling, Pastoral Ministries, Conflict Resolution

Interdisciplinary Concentration

Students have an option of selecting a ministry concentration from the five concentrations above or remain in the Interdisciplinary track that gives them the flexibility of exploring multiple areas of study. Simply choose and take any four Ministry Skills (MS) courses.