Online MBA: Christian Leadership
Integrate Faith Into Modern Business Practices
The Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Christian Leadership program combines a rigorous business education with a strong foundation in Christian principles, helping to prepare graduates to lead with integrity and faith in diverse business environments.
This program provides the foundation of an MBA, including accounting, finance, organizational leadership, management, marketing and strategic planning, as well as courses that explore the biblical foundations and best practices of Christian leadership.
Online: $665 per credit [More Info]
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission Requirements (Master's)
- Undergraduate Degree*
- 2.8+ GPA
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
- GMAT: 500
- GRE: 300 combined**
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
Inspire Strong Leadership Through Biblical Principles
GCU’s online MBA: Christian leadership can equip you with a strong biblical foundation in servant leadership, humility, integrity and stewardship. This unique combination of business expertise and Christian leadership principles can help you develop the confidence to navigate complex business challenges while remaining grounded in Chistian values.
There are many reasons to earn your MBA at GCU, including:
Online Learning
Courses are offered online.(See disclaimer 1)
No GMAT Required
Apply for an MBA with no GMAT required.
Christian Worldview
Lead with purpose and conviction as you navigate complex business challenges.
Supervised Ministry Experience
Gain hands-on Christian leadership experience through a ministry practicum.
Online MBA: Christian Leadership Coursework
This Christian leadership MBA program explores leadership principles rooted in the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing theological formation, character, purpose and discipleship. You will also examine contemporary leadership theories and models to develop a practical and integrated Christian leadership philosophy. As part of your Christian Leadership emphasis coursework, practicum/field experience hours are required to provide supervised ministry experience through applying leadership and business principles in practical ministry settings.
Customize your MBA experience with emphasis areas including accounting, finance, HR management and health systems management and more to align with your career aspirations. Whether your goal is to position yourself to potentially lead in the corporate world or start your own business, our curriculum can equip you with an entrepreneurial mindset and leadership skills.
Career Opportunities for MBA: Christian Leadership Graduates
Graduates with a Christian leadership MBA can pursue careers across diverse industries where values-driven leadership is essential. You can seek opportunities in nonprofit organizations, faith-based ministries, humanitarian sectors and mission-focused organizations. Additionally, graduates may explore roles in corporate environments that prioritize ethical decision-making and servant leadership, bringing a Christ-centered perspective to business strategy and organizational development.
Graduates from this program can pursue roles including:
Chief executive
Social and community service manager
Sales manager
Administrative services manager
Median annual wage for administrative services managers in May 2024(See disclaimer 2)
New openings projected for administrative services and facilities managers each year from 2024 to 2034(See disclaimer 3)
Pursue Your MBA From an Accredited University
GCU has been institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968. The Colangelo College of Business supports the university’s dedication to teaching, research and student success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore answers to common questions about earning your MBA and gain clarity as you plan your educational journey.
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Program Curriculum
Fundamental Courses
Fundamental courses prepare students for the curricular content they will encounter within the program. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with the appropriate undergraduate degree(s) may wave fundamental course(s). All students will undergo transcript evaluations upon receipt of their undergraduate degree bearing official transcript. For college specific information regarding fundamental coursework, students should refer to the University Policy Handbook.
Core Courses
Apply to GCU’s MBA with an Emphasis in Christian Leadership and prepare to lead with integrity, purpose and strategic vision.
Excluding residencies, practicums, internships and field experience.
- The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Administrative Services and Facilities Managers, as of May 2024, retrieved December 2025. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as administrative services and facilities managers, nor does it reflect the earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It is very unlikely that a median salary will reflect an entry-level salary. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
- COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. Accordingly, data shown is effective August 2025, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Administrative Services and Facilities Managers, retrieved November 2025.