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Bethany Global University

Programme Detail: Master of Arts in Christian Leadership

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number 4
Description Bethany Center for Global Studies offers a 36-credit Master of Arts degree in Intercultural Leadership. This graduate level program will equip you for leadership in today’s missions movement, whether you’re serving on the frontlines as a missionary or on the homefront as a strategic sender. This program endeavors to further equip and prepare students in the following areas: •Develop skills in Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication that will allow students to effectively engage diverse cultures in a relevant and appropriate way. •Provide a Biblical and Spiritual Foundation for Leadership, and introduce them to leaders who are currently engaged in developing this lifelong skill. •Provide theoretical and practical skills in preparing students to engage and lead different cultures in fundamentally different ways than traditional western leadership theory prescribes. •Create awareness of current intercultural trends, perspectives and issues in global leadership. •Give students the practical tools to engage and explore diverse cultures.
Keywords Leadership Intercultural Leadership Missions Training
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available International (e.g. distance learning) / All international
Area of Ministry and Focus Transforming Society (Leadership, Education, Government) / Leadership and Management
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Part-time
Level Introductory
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost $5,000
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length
Average hours of study per week 20
Methods of instruction Students complete individual online assignments in an 8-week format. The learning focuses on practical missions-based assignments. The majority of students are involved in a ministry setting with most in missions.
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 60
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 25
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 15
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 25
Prerequisite Programmes BA degree
Other Prerequisites Courses in bible and theology
Qualifications gained MA in Intercultural Leadership
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies