Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership (Ministry & Leadership)
Overview
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership with a concentration in Ministry and Leadership is a professional degree program designed to solidify your biblical foundation while tailoring your degree through your choice of electives in leadership and management, intercultural ministry and specialized ministry skills.
Through this program you will dive deep into Scripture and receive hands-on training from faculty currently serving in ministry roles. No matter your background 鈥 whether you are an executive pastor, parachurch ministry leader, church planter, or a member of a church looking to serve as a leader 鈥 you鈥檒l be prepared to relate your theological understanding and personal spiritual formation to your vocation. You will also be equipped to lead through the mentorship you receive from faculty members, who will spiritually and practically guide you in your academics, vocation and faith.
- Be Equipped to Practically Apply Theology to Your Ministry. At Talbot, the pragmatic teaching and mentorship you receive will help transform your current ministry. This program will help you gain a deep understanding of theology while also sharpening your relational skills, preparing you to serve and engage with your community.
- Tailor Your Degree for Personalized Learning. This concentration allows you to customize your learning by selecting six courses (18 credits) from areas in leadership and management, evangelism, missions, intercultural ministry, and ministry skills. In addition, two of these courses (6 credits) can be taken through 蓝莓视频鈥檚 Crowell School of Business.
- Learn from the Bible Experts. Learning goes beyond the classroom setting. All the courses in this concentration have aspects of hands-on training taught by our distinguished faculty members. Our professors are respected evangelists, preachers and leaders in their various ministries, and their humility to continuously learn from the Word of God and expertly teach others will empower you on your own academic and spiritual journey.
- Build and Broaden Your Professional Network. Southern California is bustling with churches, ministries and many opportunities to build your professional connections. Even for students taking classes in an online format, you will be able to expand your personal and ministry network. In addition to connecting with faculty and students in your courses, there will be opportunities to connect with the larger community of faculty and students that will encourage you and hold you accountable as you pursue your degree, serve in your ministry and grow in your faith.
For more reasons to choose Talbot School of Theology for your education, see the Why Talbot? page.
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Admissions & Deadlines
As a Christian institution, Biola seeks to admit applicants whose backgrounds clearly demonstrate scholarly aptitude, a commitment to the historic Christian faith, personal character and integrity, and a positive service-oriented motivation toward their field of study. Biola does not discriminate on the basis of the applicant's race, color, sex, socio-economic status, disability, or national or ethnic origin.
Education and GPA Requirements
- You must have a bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited institution by the time you plan to start coursework at Biola, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Note: If you do not meet the degree or GPA requirements above, you may still be considered for admission. Please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions office at graduate.admissions@biola.edu. If you are an international student, contact grad.international@biola.edu.
English Proficiency Requirements
- If English is not your first language, you are required to display your English proficiency before admittance into a 蓝莓视频 graduate program. See 鈥淓nglish Proficiency鈥 in the application steps section below.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester
- General: July 1
- International Students
- On Campus: June 1
- Online/Hybrid: July 1
- Spring Semester
- General: November 1
- International Students: October 1
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Explore our sunny Southern California campus in person or virtually. Learn more about your program of interest and the admissions process by scheduling an appointment with an admissions counselor.
Meet Your Admissions Counselor
If you have more questions about the program, admissions process or Biola in general, schedule a phone call or send an email to your admissions counselor.
Graduate Admissions Counselor
International Graduate Admissions Counselor
The Office of International Admissions serves students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
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