The Master of Arts (MA) degree is considered a basic program oriented toward research and general theological studies.
The Master of Arts in Missions (MAMI) provides a scholarly yet practical foundation for engaging in an effective proclamation of the Gospel.
The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) is designed to equip persons for competent leadership in some form of specialized ministry in congregations or other settings (youth and family ministry, education ministry, etc.).
The Master of Divinity degree is the primary program for preparation in ministry.
Both Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Master of Divinity degrees integrate writing and research skills with the practice of ministry. Opportunities for field education, or the supervised practice of ministry, are integral to these degree programs. Students are required to participate in comprehensive exams during the last semester of course work.
The Doctor of Ministry is an advanced program oriented toward ministerial leadership. Its purpose is to enhance the practice of ministry for persons who hold the M.Div. degree and have engaged in ministerial leadership.
If you are interested in combining ministerial training with therapy training, you have an option of pursuing either the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry or the Master of Divinity while working on your Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.
The departmental faculty combines the finest academic preparation (from some of the world’s outstanding universities) with intense interest in the effective practice of ministry.
