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BA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership |
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| Course Title: |
BA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership | |
Category: |
Arts & Humanities | |
Subject: |
Religion | |
| College: |
Grand Canyon University 
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| Course Description: |
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies will have an understanding of theology, philosophy and utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. Graduates will be able to employ leadership, communication, and organizational skills necessary for effective ministry in addition to spiritual formation and exegetical skills essential to Christian studies. Concentrations are available in: Christian Leadership Studies, Youth Ministry Biblical/Theological Studies, and Pastoral Ministry. |
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| Delivery Format: |
Online | |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor Degree | |
| Course Requirements: |
Applicants must have some college credits and be the minimum of 21 years old. | |
| Course Type: |
Online Degrees | |
Course Long Description: |
BA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership (Grand Canyon University) Grand Canyon University's BA in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership is ideal for those individuals who would like to become a church pastor or a lay leader in a local church. This online program will teach them about the bible, theology, principles of leadership in the church, personal spiritual development, a concise introduction to other world religions, as well as principles of leadership in churches and other Christian ministries. The program is also an excellent preparation for those who are planning to attend seminary or graduate school. Throughout the program, students will gain an understanding of theology, philosophy and utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and Christian history as the framework, for communicating Christ to various audiences. They will be able to apply good leadership, communication, and organizational skills necessary for effective ministry in addition to spiritual formation and exegetical skills essential to Christian studies. Students seeing to work in ministry while being trained in the skills of communication, leadership and organization will find this Christian Leadership program important to their academic and professional goals. It makes it possible for the mentoring of Christian leaders while dealing with Biblical foundations, human behavior and the application of business acumen to church setting. Required courses for Christian Studies include: - Ethical Thinking in the Liberal Arts - Old Testament Historical Perspectives - New Testament Historical Perspectives - World Religions - Spiritual Formation for Christian Leaders - Moses and the Prophets - Jesus and his Interpreters - Biblical Interpretation and Application - Systematic Theology - History of Christianity - Contemporary Theology - Christian Leadership in the 21st Century Students enrolled in this program are required to take General Education courses including four (4) credits of University Foundations, 9-12 credits of Effective Communication, four (4) credits of Christian Worldview, 11-12 credits of Critical Thinking, and 6-8 credits of General Awareness, Perspectives and Ethics. Why choose Grand Canyon University? GCU is a private, for-profit, higher education that is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the US Department of Education. The Christian Leadership concentration is offered in an entirely online format, which means students will still be able to keep their current jobs and other commitments and responsibilities, yet still be able to complete this particular degree. What are the options for those who wish to further their education? Graduates of this program can decide to pursue a master’s degree specifically in the religion field of study. Some of the available options include the Master of Arts in Christian Studies, Master of Arts in Religion, Master of Religious Education, and Master of Theology, and the like. What are the career opportunities? Career within a ministry is something that a graduate can look forward to after graduation. They may consider possible careers as clergy member, church administrator, missionary, and other work related to spiritual formation. What are the admission requirements? Interested students should be at least twenty-one (21) years old and have some college credits. |
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