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Ministry Leadership Degree

Ministry Leadership is one of nine unique MBA concentrations offered by MVNU.

MVNU’s commitment to enlightening education is securely upheld by our Master of Business Administration program. The Ministry Leadership concentration provides MBA students with the skills to take on leadership roles within church and parachurch organizations. MBA faculty encourage and equip students to achieve personal and spiritual growth while gaining a practical, biblical, and theological understanding of ministry.

If you dream of being a guiding light in your church organization, an MBA with a concentration in Ministry Leadership may be right for you.

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EST. PROGRAM LENGTH:19 months
COURSE LENGTH:6 WEEKS
COST PER CREDIT HOUR:$498
CREDIT HOURS:36
TRANSFER CREDITS:Up to 6

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MBA CURRICULUM

9+3

MBA students selecting to concentrate in Ministry Leadership must complete nine (9) required MBA core courses in addition to the three (3) concentration-specific courses. The MBA in Ministry Leadership requires a total of 36 credits.

Required MBA Courses Credit Hours
Ethical Leadership 3
Managerial Economics 3
Marketing Management 3
Legal Issues in Management 3
Organizational Behavior 3
Global Business 3
Managerial Accounting 3
Corporate Finance 3
Strategic Management 3
Total MBA Core Hours 27
+ MBA Concentration 9
Total MBA Hours 36

MINISTRY LEADERSHIP CONCENTRATION COURSES

The remaining nine (9) credit hours required in the MBA program are taken in the Ministry Leadership concentration. Students pursuing the Ministry Leadership MBA concentration examine moving through change, ministry in today’s world, and how to better understand self in the context of serving.

A study of the role of the manager in the context of a changing environment. \Special emphasis is given to current theories and strategies for leading an organization through transition. Students gain an understanding of management issues involved in implementing a major initiative, supervising staff and maintaining productivity despite resistance or personnel shifts, and sustaining commitment to new practices over time.

A study of biblical, historical, and contemporary understandings of the Church to develop insights and competencies in the practice of ministry.

An inquiry into self-understanding, personal spiritual growth, and goal development for the practice of ministry.

CAREERS IN MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

MBA in Ministry Leadership graduates demonstrate the ability to apply management principles to ministry organizations.

POSSIBLE ROLES FOR MBA IN MINISTRY LEADERSHIP DEGREE HOLDERS INCLUDE:

  • Pastors
  • Associate pastors
  • Church administrators
  • And more

MBA TUITION

Cost Per Credit Credit Hours Required Total Tuition
$498 36 $17,928

Please be aware that all tuition costs are subject to change. Updated MBA program costs are provided during the enrollment process. Note that textbook costs are not included in the total cost of the program.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University boasts a tuition guarantee: MBA students pay the same amount for the duration of their enrollment. Course-by-course payment is due by the first night of each course.

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MBA students who pursue the Ministry Leadership concentration at MVNU graduate with the skills and repertoire to become successful, ethical leaders in their ministry organizations. Are you ready to be your brightest? Request more information about earning an MBA with a concentration in Ministry Leadership or visit our MBA program page!

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