DOCTORATE DEGREES

In Christian ministry, the earning of the doctorate degree allows an individual the freedom to study in his or her area of concentration at the highest level.  For most, it is not about the title, rather it is about the subject studied and knowledge refined.  Perhaps one of the reasons why so few go on to earn a doctorate is the cost and time away from home.  This is NOT THE CASE with Master's.  The tuition for our doctorate programs is far less than most colleges charge for bachelor's tuition.  More good news...to help manage even our low tuition, we have ministry grants, zero interest tuition payment plans with reasonable monthly payment options.  If you hold an appropriate master's degree from an acceptable institution, the two most common barriers have been eliminated...cost and time away from home.  Remember, you can earn a doctorate at Master's from the comfort and convenience of home!  What to do now?  Once you have looked over the programs below, start with requesting a free and personalized evaluation.

 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Click HERE for Entrance Requirements.
Concentrations In:
Biblical Leadership
Pastoral Ministry
Biblical Counseling
Theology
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Divinity (D.D.)

This may be an ideal option for qualified ministers who wish to complete an earned doctorate degree, but who do not feel a need for a traditionally academic program.  Click HERE for Complete Program Details.
 


Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

Click HERE for Entrance Requirements.
Concentrations In:
Biblical Leadership
Pastoral Ministry
Biblical Counseling
Theology
Interdisciplinary Studies


Alternative Doctorate Degree Completion

Individuals holding an already earned relevant doctorate from an acceptable institution, or who have completed substantial work on an unfinished relevant doctorate from an acceptable institution, may petition to have previous work recognized, and thereby reduce the credits required for graduation.  An Admissions Officer will provide details.

 
   

Concentration in Biblical Leadership
More Program Details.

Doctor of Biblical Studies
44 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Biblical Leadership BLG-7101
Mission Strategy and Tactics BLG-7102
Power: The Issue of Glory in Leadership BLG-7103
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
Leadership on the Edge BLG-7105
Elective taken from BLG-7201 – 7204
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Biblical Leadership Practicum BLP-7401
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
7
2
8
44

Both Doctoral Degrees are Designed for the more academically advanced individual who has a desire to polish the skills necessary to lead others from a Biblical model.

Ministry Training for:
Pastors
Ministry Leaders
Missionaries
Christian Businessmen

Actual graduate.Doctor of Ministry
44 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Biblical Leadership BLG-7101
Mission Strategy and Tactics BLG-7102
Power: The Issue of Glory in Leadership BLG-7103
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
Leadership on the Edge BLG-7105
Elective taken from BLG-7201 – 7204
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Elective taken from BLG-7301-7304
Biblical Leadership Practicum BLP-7401
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
7
2
8
44

 

 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

 

Concentration in Pastoral Ministry

Doctor of Biblical Studies
44 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Making Disciples MD-701
Biblical Requisites for Churches that Heal CH-701
Advanced Biblical Directives for Pastors DP-701
Leadership and the Practice of Spiritual Gifts BLG-7201
Ministry Practicum DMP-700
Doctoral Theology Project DTP-700
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
10
2
8
44

Both Doctoral Degrees are Designed for the more academically advanced and experienced person already serving in a pastoral ministry role who desires a greater knowledge by which to serve more effectively.

Ministry Training for:
Pastors
Staff Pastors
Missionaries

Doctor of Ministry
34 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Making Disciples MD-701
Biblical Requisites for Churches that Heal CH-701
Advanced Biblical Directives for Pastors DP-701
Leadership and the Practice of Spiritual Gifts BLG-7201
Ministry Practicum DMP-700
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
6
2
8
34

 


 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

 

Concentration in Biblical Counseling
The National Association of Nouthetic Counselors has designated MASTER'S as a Certified Training Center.
The International Association of Biblical Counselors has designated MASTER'S as an approved institution.
A Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Counseling is available through Master's Theological Research Institute.

 

Doctor of Biblical Studies
47 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Biblical Directionism Counseling II BD-702
Advanced Counseling Theology II AT-702
Advanced Essentials in Biblical Counseling II AE-702
Advanced Biblical Directives for Pastors DP-701

Preparing Couples for a Biblically Based Marriage BBM-701
Counseling the Victims of Abortion AV-702
Personhood from a Biblical Perspective PH-702
Drugs, Mental Health and the Biblical Counselor DM-701
Practicum CP-1520
Doctoral Theology Project DTP-700
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10
2
8
47

Both Doctoral Degrees are Designed for individuals who are already well advanced in the ministry of Biblical counseling.  The deeper issues related to Biblical counseling form the core curriculum of this program.

Ministry Training for:
Biblical Counselors
Resource Chaplains
Pastors
Pastoral Staff
Missionaries

Doctor of Ministry
37 creditsActual graduate.

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Biblical Directionism Counseling II BD-702
Advanced Counseling Theology II AT-702
Advanced Essentials in Biblical Counseling II AE-702
Advanced Biblical Directives for Pastors DP-701

Preparing Couples for a Biblically Based Marriage BBM-701
Counseling the Victims of Abortion AV-702
Personhood from a Biblical Perspective PH-702
Drugs, Mental Health and the Biblical Counselor DM-701
Practicum CP-1520
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
8
37

 

ELECTIVE COURSES:  |Crisis Counseling|  |Counseling ADHD from a Biblical Perspective| |Counseling Youth|  |Counseling the Victim|  |Counseling the Woman of Trauma|  |Counseling and the Finished Work of Christ|  | Counseling From James| |Introduction to Abortion Counseling|  |Post-Abortion Counseling|  |Premarital Counseling|  |Sexual Abstinence Counseling|  |The Biblical Foundation for Self-awareness|  |Understanding Sexual Addictions and the Biblical Process for Deliverance|  |Understanding the Consequences of Sexual Sins Upon the Marriage Covenant (from a Biblical Perspective)|  |Understanding Pride as a Root of Habitual Sexual Sin|  |Understanding the Importance of Repentance in the Biblical Process of Deliverance|  More Biblical Counseling Insights.

 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

 

Concentration in Theology

Doctor of Biblical Studies
44 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Systematic Theology I AST-701
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Advanced Systematic Theology II AST-702
Advanced Spiritual Warfare ASW-701
Application of Apologetics AAP-701
Doctrine of Biblical Inspiration BI-701
Theology of the New Testament NTH-701
Theology of the Old Testament OTH-701
Doctoral Theology Project
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10
2
8
44

Both Doctoral Degrees are Designed for individuals with an already well advanced Bible background who desire to deepen their understanding of the larger issues facing the church today.

Ministry Training for:
Pastors
Staff Pastors
Missionaries
Christian School Teachers
Bible College Instructors

Doctor of Ministry
34 creditsActual graduate.

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Systematic Theology I AST-701
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Advanced Systematic Theology II AST-702
Advanced Spiritual Warfare ASW-701
Application of Apologetics AAP-701
Doctrine of Biblical Inspiration BI-701
Theology of the New Testament NTH-701
Theology of the Old Testament OTH-701
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
8
34
 

 


 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies


 

Concentration in Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Biblical Studies
34 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Systematic Theology I AST-701
Advanced Systematic Theology II AST-702
Doctrine of Biblical Inspiration BI-701
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Doctoral Theology Project
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10
34

Designed for the individual with an already well advanced understanding of Biblical Theology and ministry related issues, but who desire to personally tailor a degree program around a specific ministry enhancement goal.

Ministry Training for:
Lay Ministers
Para Church Ministers
Christian Businessmen
Pastors and Staff
Missionaries

Doctor of Ministry
34 credits

Orientation OR-DO
Advanced Systematic Theology I AST-701
Advanced Systematic Theology II AST-702
Doctrine of Biblical Inspiration BI-701
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
TOTAL CREDITS

0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
8
34

 

 

Doctor of Biblical Studies (D.B.S.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)
Biblical Leadership  |  Pastoral Ministry  |  Biblical Counseling
Theology  | 
Interdisciplinary Studies

 

 

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