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Diploma in Christian Leadership

Advance your leadership skills for leading teams, churches and faith initiatives.

workspace_premiumUndergraduate Diploma schedule1 year (online) languageOnline

Programme overview

This diploma combines leadership theory, team development and practical church leadership skills. It is ideal for church elders, ministry directors and community leaders.

What you'll gain

check_circle A Christ-centred academic foundation in your field
check_circle Practical skills you can apply immediately in ministry or work
check_circle Mentorship from experienced, global faculty
check_circle A clearly documented programme with published semester credits

Credit structure

Component Semester credits

Core Modules

Foundational modules in the discipline

 45

Elective Modules

Elective modules and a final project

 15
Total

One semester credit equals at least 15 hours of instruction plus preparation, or an equivalent amount of properly planned and assessed online learning. Read our credit-hour policy.

Curriculum & modules

Foundations of Church Leadership 11 modules expand_more

  • Introduction to Biblical Studies

    Introduction to Biblical Studies

  • Church History and Tradition

    Church History and Tradition

  • Christian Theology and Doctrine

    Christian Theology and Doctrine

  • Hermeneutics and Scripture

    Hermeneutics and Scripture

  • Foundations of Christian Ministry

    Foundations of Christian Ministry

  • Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

    Spiritual Formation and Discipleship

  • Christian Leadership Principles

    Christian Leadership Principles

  • Church Administration

    Church Administration

  • Strategic Ministry Planning

    Strategic Ministry Planning

  • Advanced Theological Studies

    Advanced Theological Studies

  • Apologetics and Worldview

    Apologetics and Worldview

Entry requirements

  • task_alt Open to motivated learners — no formal academic prerequisites.
  • task_alt A genuine interest in the subject and a commitment to study online.
  • task_alt Working proficiency in English.

Unsure if you qualify? Talk to admissions — we assess experience as well as qualifications.

Where this can take you

trending_up Church & ministry leadership
trending_up Faith-based nonprofit & NGO management
trending_up Organisational & team leadership
trending_up Community development & programme management
trending_up Coaching, mentoring & consultancy

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