| Course ID | Credit Hours | Course |
|---|---|---|
| AP 402 | 2 |
Biblical EthicsThis course looks at six historical approaches to ethical conflicts. Students will be required to know these approaches as they represent how people think in culture today. Students will evaluate each of these in light of scripture to determine a biblical approach to the ethical issues in life and ministry. Prerequisite: EN 102; 32 credits earned |
| BC 320 | 3 |
Biblical Counseling: Conflict ResolutionThis biblical counseling course deals with conflict and how it can be resolved through appropriate application of biblical principles. The sufficiency of Scripture will be paramount as the student learns to resolve conflict. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
| BU 201 | 3 |
Principles of AdministrationThis practical course will enable students to understand the basics of administration in the context of the local New Testament church. Topics include developing a long range strategic plan, staff relations, communications, finance and law. Prerequisite: None |
| BU 210 | 3 |
Personal Development of LeadersThis course explores the central concepts and practices of personal development. This holistic approach to individual growth will outline the input, throughput, and output that a leader can expect from effectiveness in this area. Prerequisite: None |
| BU 221 | 2 |
Church Finance and AccountingThis course is designed to teach students foundational concepts of financial management, accounting, and stewardship within a local church ministry. Prerequisite: None |
| BU 410 | 3 |
Strategic PlanningStrategic planning is an expect of stewarding leadership opportunities that significantly effects the outcome of any church or organization. This course explores the process of developing effective goals, creating a strategic plan, communicating that plan to an organization, and managing the ongoing deployment of that plan. Students will learn how to conduct SWOT analyses, identify and aggregate relevant data, foster multi-tier implementation, and market a strategic plan. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
| PT 140 | 3 |
Biblical Foundations of LeadershipThis course explores the theological roots of effective leadership. The student will examine major leadership theories through a biblical lens. Special emphasis will be given to leadership lessons from the life and ministry of Jesus. Prerequisite: None |
| PT 307 | 2 |
Professional TrainingThis course is designed to prepare ministerial candidates for the practical areas of the local church ministry as it discusses professionalism as a Christian, as a leader, and as a ministry staff member. Lectures and class notes will prove to be beneficial for future use in the ministry. Prerequisite: None |
| PT 378 | 2 |
Local Church DiscipleshipThe joy of every believer after salvation should be to see fruit that remains. This course will enable the student to discover the true purpose of the great commission and learn how they can reproduce their faith in another. An emphasis will be placed on doctrinal grounding and mentoring of each new believer. Prerequisite: EN 102 |
