Curriculum / Courses

• + MIN 501 -Program Seminar
Explores the necessary aspects of successful graduate level course work, including methods of quality research and use of credible sources. Development of critical thinking and analysis of issues from a biblical worldview perspective will be explored by engaging specific areas of culture (arts, media, politics, sports, etc.) in order to assess, critique, evaluate and formulate a holistic Christian viewpoint.
• + BIB 525 -Galatians & Romans
Explores Pauline theology by way of an in-depth study of the Apostle Paul's letters to the Galatians and Romans. Consideration will be given to theological questions generated by the New Perspective on Paul and relevant concerns of Dispensational Theology. (Cross-listed as BI or BIB 425 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
• + MIN 515 -Communicating for Transformation
An analysis of the skills, resources, methods, and spiritual dynamics of communication. The course will equip leaders with an understanding of various ways to communicate more effectively and persuasively, in order to facilitate life transformation.
• + MIN 530 -Transformational Leadership
This course introduces students to the biblical foundations, principles, and practices of effective leadership. Students will further develop personal leadership skills, as well as create a working model of how to inspire change within a variety of ministry settings.
• + MIN 540 -Ministry & Culture
This course provides students with a theoretical and practical background for engaging culture. It examines a number of historic models of Christian cultural engagement and explores the validity of traditional and emerging models for ministry & mission.
• + HUM 550 -Dynamics of Counseling
Offers theological, psychological, and practical perspectives on the care of others. It includes analysis and application of principles related to beginning counseling skills, as well as an exploration of the strengths and challenges the student brings to the counseling process.
• + MIN 545 -Leading with Cultural Intelligence
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is the capability to function effectively in a variety of cultural contexts. Students will examine literature and perspectives from the fields of anthropology, sociology, and organizational leadership, as well as study cultural engagement in light of the biblical narrative.
• + MIN 550 -Practical Application of Pauline Theology
A study of Pauline theology with an emphasis on practical theology for spiritual formation, church practice, evangelism, and the mission of the church. Attention will be given to current trends in Pauline theology, as well as the importance of Paul's letters for dispensational theology.
• + BIB 540 -Isaiah
Explores the historical circumstances, literary features and theology of the book of Isaiah. Attention will be given to contemporary approaches to the book and use of the book in the New Testament. (Cross-listed as BIB 440 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
• + THE 540 -Contemporary Theology Perspectives
This course is designed to equip the student to respond biblically to a range of theological issues facing the 21st-century church. Issues include (but are not limited to): soteriology, biblical interpretation & authority, and the emergent/missional church, as well as differing theological perspectives that are influential in culture today. (Cross-listed as TH or THE 440 for undergraduate students in the 4+1 program.)
• + THE 560 -Studies in Dispensational Theology
Presents the student with an intensive summary of the historic theological position of Grace Christian University, including critical examination and evaluation of the biblical, theological, and practical interests of dispensational theology.
• + MIN 590 -MA Thesis
The aim of the Ministry Thesis is to provide students with a self-directed course of study that will enrich their ministry as well as the ministries of those in the graduate online community. Each thesis will have a biblical, theological, and practical component.
TOTAL CREDITS: 36