D.Min. students visit with Dr. Peter Chao of Eagles Communications, Singapore, as part of the D.Min. class "Selecting and Developing New Leaders."

• Reflective integration of Scripture, ministry, and a practical theological approach.
• Effective transcultural models of leadership development with a focus on what God is doing around the world.
• Partnerships with qualified faculty and experienced colleagues in order to develop leadership and ministry within your unique context.

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of their leadership strength and potential.
• Demonstrate enhanced competencies in social/cultural analysis.
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of Scripture and the Christian tradition in relation to spirituality and leadership.
• Demonstrate a deeper passion for God and ministry in His kingdom.

Program Information:

• Degree: D. Min. in Christian Leadership in the Global Context
• Length of Program: 3 years
• Total Credits: 36

6 Courses (4 credits each):

Four core courses:

• Spiritual Formation For Leadership
• Leadership Skills For Ministry
• Selecting and Developing New Leaders
• Effective Ministry in Today’s Globalized Urban Environment

Two elective tracks from the following:   

• Following in the Steps of Spiritual Mentors
• Guiding Others in Their Spiritual Journey
• Contemporary Models of Evangelism
• Christian Communication For A New Generation

• Modular, cohort-based program. A cohort mentor encourages a caring learning community and provides support and accountability.
• Courses are offered on campus as ten day intensives, two times a year in January and July.
• Students may study apart from their cohort group during the third stage of coursework.
• The D. Min. program takes a minimum of three years to complete. Each of the three stages takes one year.
• Students may take an additional year to work on their doctoral project.