Bachelor of Science in Christian Leadership

Program Distinctives and Benefits

Student Learning Outcomes

• Be able to observe and assess behaviors in a group setting in order to gauge their effectiveness.
• Assess own experiential learning via Kolb model.
• Describe and assess critical factors in family dynamics from a Christian perspective.
• Use the sociological perspective to understand the various dimensions of religion, including belief, ritual, experience, and community.
• Be able to articulate the leadership philosophy of a religious leader and compare it to contemporary theories of leadership.
• Be able to describe one’s own philosophy of Christian leadership.

Distinctives

This program, designed for the adult learner, emphasizes convenience, practicality, and relevance.

• By learning to translate theoretical concepts to organizational life from a distinctly Christian perspective, graduates prepare for strong leadership roles in both Christian and secular organizations.
• Professors use students' experiences as the foundation upon which theory and practice are tested.
• Major theoretical concepts are integrated throughout the modules instead of being localized in individual courses.
• Classes can start at anytime during the year when an 18-24 student cohort forms.
• Students in the program study in a cohort and progress through the entire program together.
• The program takes 15 months to complete.
• Students take one class at a time, one night per week, meeting for a four-hour session from 6-10 p.m. Each course takes five weeks to complete. There are approximately 61 class sessions.
• Small classes ensure focused student-teacher interaction.

Benefits

The degree in Christian Leadership enhances communication, research, cognitive, managerial, and interpersonal skills from a distinctly Christian perspective. The following is a list of the competencies that can be achieved through successful completion of the Christian Leadership Degree Completion Program:

Communication Skills

• Write clearly and concisely.
• Develop ethical motivational and persuasion techniques.
• Understand verbal and nonverbal symbols.
• Lead discussion and focus groups.
• Deliver formal presentations effectively.
• Write reports and executive summaries.

Research Skills

• Identify research questions.
• Understand research designs and methods.
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Conduct a literary review.
• Develop data-collection instruments.
• Present and report findings.

Cognitive Skills

• Develop inductive and deductive reasoning skill.
• Expand analytical and critical-thinking competence.
• Deepen problem-solving and decision-making acumen.

Managerial Skills

• Develop biblically based leadership skills.
• Develop, coach, and mentor employees.
• Study and apply organizational analysis and development theories and practices.
• Manage organizational change.
• Manage conflict effectively.
• Motivate and set goals for employees.
• Enhance negotiating skills.
• Approach diversity in the workplace from a Kingdom perspective.

Interpersonal Skills

• Facilitate small groups.
• Resolve conflict successfully.
• Manage group effectiveness.
• Maximize task-oriented functioning.
• Broaden interpersonal skill development.
• Lead team building efforts.