Doctor of Missiology (D.Miss.)
About Doctor of Missiology (D.Miss.)
1. About Doctor of Missiology (D.Miss.)
The Doctor of Intercultural Studies is an advanced professional degree that helps individuals develop leadership for the worldwide Church. The program is designed for individuals who are serving others who face a challenge of socio-cultural changes, as well as for those who work among ethnic groups locally.
2. Student Learning Outcomes
- Be able to evaluate the research of other students and peers in missiology program.
- Be able to analyze and integrate theoretical understandings into ministry work.
- Be able to discuss and analyze one’s faith commitments, theological knowledge, and its complex theological studies.
- Be able to develop new applied theology and integrate it into ministry for effective mission work.
- Be able to show servant-leadership skill and have Christ-like humility.
3. Future Ministry/Career Possibilities
- Graduates of this program have the opportunity to train, teach, preach, and lead pastors, missionaries, ministers, teachers, and many other leaders striving to work for the Lord. They have the opportunity to become missionaries, church leaders/ministers, teachers/professors, evangelists, or church planters.
Program Plan
· Units to be completed as follows: 62 Semester Credits
Course Requirements | Semester Credits |
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Orientation | 3 Credits |
Elective for Advanced Biblical Studies New Testament Survey (3 credits) Old Testament Survey (3 credits) |
6 Credits |
Cross-cultural Communications/Missions | 21 Credits |
Elective & Seminar | 9 Credits |
Theology/History | 9 Credits |
Practical Theology & Research Project | 6 Credits |
Dissertation | 8 Credits |