Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
Overview
Deliver Transformative Christian Leadership
The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership is a unique multidisciplinary program designed for those who desire to lead as Christians across a variety of church, ministry and other settings. Offered by the Grand Canyon Theological Seminary, this Christian leadership degree program equips you academically, spiritually and professionally to navigate the challenges of 21st century leadership.
Enhance your administrative skills and knowledge. Transform your church or local community by developing effectiveness as a corporate or community leader. Step into the Grand Canyon Theological Seminary and learn the Christian leadership development practices necessary to guide others with wisdom in church and community contexts.
Degree Outcomes
Apply Christian Principles to Diverse Settings
In this master’s degree program, you gain a strong theological foundation on which to build your management philosophy. Learn to apply biblical teachings as you set goals, develop strategies, manage priorities and inspire collaboration within church, nonprofit, business, community and public service organizations.
What You Will Learn
Learn the Art of Bible-Based Leadership
The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership combines foundational knowledge of leadership best practices with a robust study of Christian doctrine. Supervised field experiences are embedded throughout your coursework. In the classroom, you review a range of relevant topics including:
- Christian doctrine
- Biblical interpretation
- Ministerial ethics
- Biblical leadership
- Leadership through crisis and change
Career Outcomes
Drive Organizational Success through Christian Leadership
Graduates of the Christian leadership degree program are well-positioned to serve as ministers, executives, administrators, managers, program directors and Christian leaders. Upon completion of this master’s degree program, you will be ready to lead with Christ-like character through crises, unlock the power of individual and community gifts, and nurture the spiritual growth that is essential to organizational success.
Course List
Program Core Courses
Course Description
This course is designed to prepare students for the graduate learning experience at Grand Canyon University. Students have opportunities to develop and strengthen the skills necessary to succeed as graduate students in ministry and theology. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the tools for graduate success.
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This course surveys the text and historical background of the Old Testament with an introduction to hermeneutics and the proper interpretation of the books of the Old Testament.
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This course surveys the text and historical background of the New Testament with an introduction to hermeneutics and the proper interpretation of the books of the New Testament.
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This course surveys cardinal doctrines of the Christian faith, including revelation, God, humanity, Christ, and salvation. Emphasis is placed on the development of sound theology grounded in biblical understandings and practical wisdom for ministry. Some attention is given to the historical development of doctrine.
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This course is a study of the basic principles of evangelical biblical interpretation, exegesis, and application, especially in the context of ministry, including an introduction to the use of biblical language tools. Prerequisites: BIB-501 and BIB-502.
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This course examines the biblical and theological foundations of Christian ethics along with an analysis of the roles and responsibilities of gospel ministry. Significant attention is given to self-care, personal morality, and character formation as well as ethical concerns unique to ministers as they lead, equip, shepherd, and intercede for God’s people.
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This course provides students with a biblical foundation from the Old and New Testaments on Christian Leadership. In studying the Scriptures in their historical, cultural, and linguistic contexts, students gain an appreciation of principles of leadership and develop a theology of leadership centered on the narrative and teaching of Scripture. Issues of call, formation, character, purpose, service, and discipleship are addressed. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
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This course provides students with the opportunity to engage significant insights of contemporary leadership practice in order to integrate these insights into an effective and informed and integrated philosophy of Christian leadership. In this course, the student investigate some of the most helpful principles and people regarding the practice and the concept of leadership and organizational leadership. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45. Prerequisite: CHL-510.
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This course analyzes the practical dimensions of systematic theology and assists students in making critical connections between biblical teaching and ministry within specific contexts. Emphasis is placed on faithful biblically rooted ministry, including a focus on prayer, evangelism, discipleship, and church leadership. This course requires supervised ministry hours. Practicum/field experience hours: 45.
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This course is an investigation into the dynamics of crisis, conflict, and change, and how to address these realities in Christian ministry. Prerequisite: CHL-520.
Faculty Bios
Program Locations
Campus
Online
Evening
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On-campus program disclosures Online and Evening program disclosures* Please refer to the Academic Catalog for more information. Program subject to change.