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The Associate of Arts in Ministry Leadership at Columbia International University equips students with the knowledge and practical tools to lead and disciple others effectively. Through a blend of coursework and hands-on ministry experience, students develop skills for serving in various ministry roles, all grounded in biblical principles.
This program emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, preparing graduates to navigate contemporary ministry challenges while staying faithful to the gospel. Students learn to communicate the gospel effectively, lead teams, and manage ministry programs. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared for entry-level ministry positions in local churches, nonprofits, and missions, with the opportunity to further their education with a Bachelor’s degree in Ministry Leadership.
Online
May 5
60 ($445/Credit Hour)
College of Arts & Sciences
ABHE, SACSCOC
This program equips students with the knowledge and strategic skills to effectively serve as ministry leaders both inside and outside the local church, preparing them for diverse ministry roles.
Join a supportive learning community that blends engaging instruction with hands-on experiences, fostering growth and practical application of ministry skills.
Study from home while continuing to serve and volunteer in your current ministry, allowing you to apply what you’re learning in real-time and strengthen your ministry experience.
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:
In this course, you will be exposed to a variety of ministry approaches needed for different cultures. You will explore the cross-cultural ministry principles and skills most essential to ministry. You will discover your own cultural biases and how those biases affect your ministry. You will have the opportunity to develop a culture-specific ministry vision and strategy to reach a people group God has placed on your heart.
In this course, you will learn basic ministry management principles for the local church and para-church ministries. You will learn how to build and lead a ministry team; plan, organize, and market events and programs; conduct effective meetings; budget and evaluate financial issues; manage risk and legal issues; evaluate and follow up on ministry activities.
In this course, you will examine the character qualities essential to effective Christian leadership in a variety of settings; discuss a definition of leadership which discloses its basic functions; explore relational skills and issues integral to leadership roles; and identify competencies for tasks essential for excellent leadership.
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