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Christian Leadership
The specialization aims to equip students to lead biblically, purposefully, strategically, courageously, responsibly, and lovingly. The focus will be on becoming a transformational servant leader. Attention will be given to biblical examples of leadership and particularly, leading like Jesus. Skills will be developed in communications, enabling and empowering leaders, and conflict resolution.
This program is designed to be completed while continuing to serve in a ministry context. The program provides opportunities for advanced study in intensive seminars, courses and field settings. It combines academic study and experiential learning under faculty and field supervision to integrate theology and practice.
This program includes a 1-credit hour program orientation, a 3-credit hour Minister as Person and Professional workshop, a 2-credit hour integrative theology workshop, 12 hours of intensive seminars, 4 hours of contextualized learning experiences, and 9 hours related to the student's final project.
What courses will I take?
Below is a sample of the required courses. To see a complete list, view the academic catalog.
- DMN 8601 - Leading at a Higher Level
- DMN 8602 - Leading and Developing Leaders in Your Ministry
- DMN 8603 - Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation
- DMN 8604 - Strategic Leadership
What can I do with this degree?
D.Min. graduates serve in ministry positions, and the program is designed to equip them to serve at a higher level of professional competency.
- Lead well in the local church
- Equip others to lead
Learn from over 60 professors who know what it's like to be in ministry. Our world-class faculty will teach you how to think critically about the Bible so you can minister faithfully throughout the world.
Who will teach me?