Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership program is designed to expose the student to the various theories of leadership, and to assist the student in developing relevant competencies for effective leadership in Chris- tian ministry. The degree is best suited for individuals currently engaged or pursuing ministry in non-pastoral parish ministry, campus ministry, or other related parachurch ministries. Applicants must have as a goal a vocation requiring the knowledge available in the program.
Students participating in the Master of Arts in Christian Leadership program must complete 20 courses (60 credit hours) with a grade point aver- age of 2.0 or higher to graduate. Of the 20 courses, four are in the area of Biblical Studies, seven in Christian Thought, six in Christian Leadership and two general electives. In addition, three rotations (equivalent to one three-hour course) of mentored ministry in the context of leadership are required.
Intensive Cohort Program
The MACL Intensive Cohort program is our standard Master of Arts in Christian Leadership degree offered in a one-week intensive format to provide students from a distance the opportunity to pursue theological training without having to leave their ministry setting. In it, the student:
- has the opportunity to complete the program in three years; one only needs to attend three oneweek residencies each year.
- can satisfy his/her non-residency requirements through a combination of distance education (Sem- link) offerings, reading based courses and field experience.
- will learn to develop an integrative approach to education that seeks to unde stand the Biblical, theo- logical/historical and ministerial foundations of Christian leadership.
- will benefit from instructors who are academically trained and experientially proven in the field of leadership, and also will profit from the relationship that is developed with a personal mentor.
- will have the opportunity not only to participate in learning about team and community, but also to be a part of a collaborative team/community as s/he progresses through the program as a cohort.
