GEN 100                                                               

THE MAKING OF THE CHRISTIAN MIND                                 

Course Description: Explores the development of a Christian worldview and philosophy of life.

Studies some alternative worldviews from a Christian worldview perspective. Investigates the sacredness of all spheres of human life and the relevance of a Christian worldview to all spheres of human life and action through the works of some of Christianity’s leading thinkers and writers.

3 Credits

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GEN 250                                                                 

THE MAKING OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE                                   

Course Description: Exploration, assessment, and application of Scripture to key ethical and cultural issues,

with an emphasis on the development of moral discernment and reasoning.

3 Credits

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BIB 105                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE                                                          

Course Description: Introduction to the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures with an emphasis on biblical interpretation

and application in the contemporary world. Importance and reliability of the Scriptures, genres of Scripture with

representative readings, basics of biblical interpretation, and skills needed for application to the Christian life examined.

3 Credits

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BIB 106                                                                 

CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE                                                                   

Course Description: Exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith. Emphasis placed upon the development of a Christian worldview in order to prepare students to face the challenges of their current culture.

3 Credits

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BIB 301                                                                 

APOLOGETICS                                                                               

Course Description: Exploration of the articulating the reasonableness of Christian faith as well as developing meaningful responses to common objections.

3 Credits

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​LAN 101                                                               

ACADEMIC WRITING, RESEARCH & RHETORIC                     

Course Description: think and write rhetorically among various cultural discourses and worldviews.

Classical and current conversations across academic and cultural spheres, with a specific focus on the habits and conventions

of academic writing.

3 Credits

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​LAN 104                                                                 

PUBLIC SPEAKING.                                                                     

Course Description: Effective speaking using various methods. Classroom practice given in oral and interpretive readings.

Study is given to the correct preparation and delivery of different kinds of

speeches as well as the use of correct speech habits and behavior.

3 Credits

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​LAN 205                                                                 

INQUIRY BASED COLLEGE RESEARCH AND WRITING         

Course Description: Picking up where LAN 101 ends, this course focuses specifically on understanding

how to read texts with an academic curiosity that leads to substantive research questions.

Critically analyze the rhetorical situation of multiple types of research writing. 

3 Credits

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MAT 060                                                                 

BASIC MATH SKILLS                                                                   

Course Description: This course equips students with mathematical skills necessary for success in college level mathematics courses. Students will build quantitative reasoning and logical thinking skills through encounters with problems drawn from a

variety of contexts, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, financial math, and statistics.

3 Credits

 

​​MAT 102                                                               

EVERYDAY MATHEMATICS                                                         

Course Description: This course examines quantitative information and mathematical principles that permeate everyday life.

Topics include logic and problem solving, use and abuse of numbers and percentages, personal finance, statistical reasoning,

probability and risk, and theories of voting and apportionment.

3 Credits

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BIB 200                                                                 

PRINCIPLES OF HERMENEUTICS & THEOLOGICAL THINKING                                                            

Course Description: Introduction to methods of studying and interpreting Scripture, theological understanding, and practical application.

3 Credits

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BIB 220

BIBLICAL THEOLOGY

Course Description: Investigation of the foundational theological ideas and principles as they are introduced and then developed throughout the whole scriptures.

Prerequisite: BIB 200

3 Credits

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BIB 373                                                                 

PREACHING & TEACHING THE BIBLE                                         

Course Description: Examines the process of lesson/sermon preparation and delivery from the biblical text with the aim of influencing an audience. Students build upon their knowledge of written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills to develop sermons and lesson plans.

3 Credits

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BIB 430                                                              

CHRISTIAN ETHICS                                                                      

Course Description: Exploration of biblical principles of ethics, along with assessment of historical and contemporary approaches to the topic.

3 Credits

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BCO 100

INTRO TO BIBLICAL COUNSELING

Course Description: Introduction to basic concepts and distinctive features of biblical counseling. Course covers: What biblical counseling is, the role of the counselor in biblical counseling, the place of counseling in the ministry of the church, and how biblical counseling differs from the more secular models and theories.

3 Credits 

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COM 200

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Course Description: Communication theory and praxis in interpersonal communication. Identify and discuss various ways communication influences the formation, development and maintenance of relationships within interpersonal circles. Key concepts and skills discussed include communication competencies such as: relationship management, effective listening, relationship dialectics, conflict analysis and resolution, cultural awareness, etc. Perception within communication, listening skills, response techniques, and non verbal skills will be covered.

3 Credits

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MIN 100

PERSONAL GROWTH FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP

Course Description: Study and application of the various facets of personal growth necessary for effective leadership. Purpose and practice of personal disciplines, identifying one's spiritual gifts and natural abilities, and the importance of establishing relationships for accountability.

3 Credits

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MIN 101

LEADING WITHIN GOD'S MISSION

Course Description: Biblical and philosophical foundations of ministry by examining God's global mission and our place as individuals and communities within His work.

3 Credits

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MIN 102

LEADERSHIP IN SCRIPTURE

Course Description: An exploration of key texts from across the canon of scripture which speak to task of leadership in terms of goals, manner and approach.

3 Credits

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MIN 103

CHURCH HEALTH

Course Description: Understanding and assessing church health as it pertains to what the bible teaches about what makes a church a spiritually healthy place.

3 Credits

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MIN 104

CHURCH GROWTH

Course Description: Study concerning the tools and use of relational evangelism, customized ministry and specific growth strategies to accomplish the growth of the local church.

3 Credits

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MIN 200

FOUNDATIONS OF MINISTRY

Course Description: Overview of the biblical foundations necessary for effective ministry. Emphasis on the importance of the teaching ministry as a means of grounding ministry in the scripture.

3 Credits

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MIN 201

STRATEGIC MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

Course Description: Continued development of leadership skills by focusing on practical skills needed to develop strategies for assessing a community, casting vision, developing teams and troubleshooting ministry challenges.

3 Credits

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MIN 202

MINISTRY ADMINISTRATION

Course Description: Study of the theory and functions of organization, administration, management and legal issues applied to the church and other ministry organizations. Attention given to the roles and responsibilities of ministry leaders such as boards and committees.

3 Credits

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MIN 203

DISCIPLE MAKING & LEADING

Course Description: Application of biblically informed principles of evangelism and discipleship. Explore how to help others grow spiritually while cultivating a culture of evangelism and discipleship.

3 Credits

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MIN 400

CHURCH IN SOCIETY

Course Description: Explore sociological and theological roles of the church in 21st century. Examine diverging ways Christian traditions have understood and lived out the intersection and interaction between church and other social institutions such as governments, family, schools, etc., and how these traditions might inform the church's approach to critical

contemporary social issues.

3 Credits

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MIN 402

FAITH & CULTURE

Course Description: Understand the basic concepts of the Christian faith, how it may relate across cultures, and how its expressions will vary while its message remains unchanged. Students will be challenged to understand and appreciate the differences in culture and how to relate and communicate effectively across those cultural differences. Contrasting the Christian faith to other worldviews in order to be equipped with the tools needed in order to be able to interact with others in the world.

3 Credits

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MIN 409

NONPROFIT & AMERICAN CHURCH LAW

Course Description: The legal rights, duties and liabilities of nonprofit organizations and directors, officers, employees and volunteers relevant to forming a non profit organization and establishing and maintaining tax-exempt status. Course also covers reporting requirements, designated funds, fiduciary duties and liability, clergy-penitent privilege, child and elder abuse reporting and confidentiality.

3 Credits

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MIN 410

INTRO TO NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT

Course Description: History, purpose, and theories of the nonprofit sector along with the legal and regulatory environment, ethics and accountability, economics and the nonprofit environment. General management problems and principles.

3 Credits

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MIN 411

NONPROFIT FUNDRAISING & FINANCIAL MANAGEMNT

Course Description: Current trends in nonprofit fundraising and financial management. The many facets of fundraising including development strategies such as large and small gift development, donor pyramids, grant writing, special events, and other approaches. Financial reporting and principles of managerial finance and accounting. Develop the practical skills and understanding to develop and sustain successful fundraising programs.

Prerequisite: Intro to Non profit management MIN -410

3 Credits

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MIN 420

MINISTRY OF THE PASTOR

Course Description: This course explores the biblical and theological foundations of the vocation of pastor. The nature, formation and praxis and polity of a biblical approach to the pastoral office is discussed and a theological framework for ordination is studied.

3 Credits

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BUS 101                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS                                               

Course Description: This introductory course investigates the role business plays in society, and the importance of

integrating a career in business with ministry.

3 Credits

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​​​BUS 112                                                                 

INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING                                       

Course Description: The fundamental aspects of the accounting discipline are surveyed, focusing on significant

accounting concepts and the function, preparation, and analysis of financial statements.

3 Credits

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BUS 207                                                                 

ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR                                                  

Course Description: Factors that influence behavior in organizations. Developing an understanding of the practical implications of various theories of human behavior in the workplace. Topics include individual attitudes and behavior; motivation theories; managing stress and emotions; conflict, negotiations and decision making; people at work; managing diversity; communication; managing groups/teams; leading people in organizations and organizational culture.

3 Credits

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BUS 230                                                                 

SURVEY OF LEADERSHIP                                                          

Course Description: Exploration of expectancy, leader-member exchange (LMX), transactional, transformational,

and other theories, including foundational leadership principles and concepts.

3 Credits

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BUS 304                                                                

PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT                                               

Course Description: Students examine the essential functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, staffing, and controlling, and how they can be utilized to strengthen management, employee, and organizational performance.

3 Credits

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MGT 370

MANAGERIAL DECISION-MAKING

Course Description: Investigate analytical and process skills for effective decision-making and change management. Assess key factors in the change process, effective planning and problem-solving.

3 Credits

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MGT 510                                                               

STRATEGY PLANNING                                                                 
Course Description: Examine and apply the concepts and theories of strategic planning in present-day organizations.

Topics include strategy development and implementation based on internal and external analysis of the organization.

The course includes the perspective of both the domestic and global economy.

Special attention is given to innovation, technology, and entrepreneurial perspectives.

3 Credits

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ORG 400                                                               

LEADING TEAMS                                                                          
Course Description: the development, organization and leadership of teams in both traditional and virtual settings, while also considering the impact globalization has on the importance of effective team participation and leadership.

This course is designed to facilitate skill development and a working knowledge of and experience in team creation,

leading teams, and individual roles within the team. 

3 Credits

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ORG 470                                                               

CONFLICT RESOLUTION                                                             
Course Description: Identify and analyze leadership strategies for dealing with both functional and dysfunctional conflict in organizations. Included is a study of conflict resolution approaches, including avoidance, accommodation, collaboration, competing, and compromising. Through theory and application, students will learn to use conflict resolution skills, immediately, in a practical way.

3 Credits