The Master of Divinity in Ministry Studies will provide you with a comprehensive range of biblical-theological knowledge and practical skills necessary for ministry leadership in a variety of contexts. Through a personalized curriculum, this program prepares students to minister effectively in a local church, with a para-church organization or with a mission agency.
CIU’s Master of Divinity will enable you to:
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Campus – January 3, 2025
Online – January 13, 2025
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Seminary & School of Counseling
ATS, ABHE, SACSCOC
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Throughout your course of study, our well-trained faculty will guide you in developing the essential knowledge and skills needed for effective ministry. From pastoral care to preaching, leadership to counseling, you will gain a holistic understanding of ministry and cultivate the competencies necessary to serve with excellence.
We recognize that each student has unique ministry interests and aspirations. That's why our program offers a wide range of elective courses and specialized tracks, allowing you to tailor your studies to align with your specific area of ministry or interest. Whether you are passionate about youth ministry, missions, discipleship or any other ministry focus, we will provide you with the resources and guidance to nurture your calling.
At Columbia International University, we prioritize your learning experience. Our faculty members are not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply invested in your growth and success. Through interactive classroom discussions, practical assignments and mentorship opportunities, you will engage in meaningful learning that goes beyond theory, preparing you to apply your knowledge in real-world ministry settings.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:
In this course, you will learn the organizational and management principles needed to serve in the local church and para-church ministries. By the end of the course you will have created programs/events and administrative documents that accomplish the mission and vision of the ministry in which you serve.
Students will develop skills related to the principles, processes, and techniques of conflict management and negotiation and will be equipped with the innovative negotiation strategies needed to excel at the bargaining table and develop effective conflict resolution strategies. Students will also learn Biblical principles to resolve conflict.
This course is designed to provide the organization leaders with the knowledge necessary to interact with professionals from finance and accounting. Accounting background knowledge is provided to enable the student to understand and work with information provided by accounting and finance professionals. Emphasis is placed on understanding terms, concepts, and uses of information provided by these functions rather than on the actual performance of the calculations. This course also explores the complex relationship of strategic economic issues within an organization and the organization’s interaction with other firms in the industry. It will cover the key techniques of financial valuation and capital budgeting used by organizations.
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