Master of Arts in Ministry and Leadership

Master of Arts in Ministry and Leadership - Essential ministry training for leadership development

Program Snapshot
Credits 60 << Reduce this!
Graduate in as few as ... 2 years
Distance
Learning
Availability
30 credits off campus,
30 credits on campus
intensives
Campus Availability Portland
San Jose
Sacramento
Accreditation ATS, NWCCU
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The M.A. in Ministry and Leadership program enables students to bring transformation to churches and parachurch organizations through a rich biblical understanding and a refined leadership skill set. This training spans communication theory, biblical studies, theology, discipleship and spiritual formation -- with the result that our students lead and serve effectively in a wide variety of global ministry roles. While this program is a great fit for support pastors or parachurch leaders, it is not designed not prepare individuals for roles that may require ordination.

What makes the Western Seminary
M.A. in Ministry and Leadership unique?

  • Track options offer leadership preparation in camp and conference ministry, chaplaincy, coaching, Jewish ministry, pastoral care to women, or youth ministry
  • An “Open Track” allows students to build their own specialization and to acquire skills that are as unique and missional as their call to ministry
  • Survey all books of the Bible to explore how they expand the meaning of the gospel
  • Four semesters of Mentored Field Ministry, experiencing challenge and success in serving real people, all under the supervision of a seasoned ministry practitioner

M.A. in Ministry and Leadership Curriculum

 

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Flexible Scheduling

The M.A. in Ministry and Leadership may be completed in two years’ time through conventional courses on any of our campuses. Students who live at a distance may also complete their training without the need to relocate or leave their ministry context through the following scheduling options, though their completion timeframe may be extended:

In-Ministry Track Ministry workers come to campus once per semester, finish two courses
Monday Track Students complete their training in just one day of class per week
Distance Learning Complete up to 30 credits via online-based coursework and interaction

 

Admission Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited undergraduate institution
  • A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • A completed application for admission and all admissions materials

 

If an applicant does not meet one of these requirements, we invite them to contact an enrollment counselor to explore alternative admission options.