Leadership and Ethics
Overview
The B.A.Min. with a Leadership and Ethics major is designed for adults who desire to complete a ministry-focused degree for personal growth, increased training, and/or advancement in their workplace or volunteer setting. Emphasis is given to issues related to the business, parachurch, or volunteer setting, equipping the graduate with the tools necessary to navigate today's complex work environment.
Objectives
Completion of this program should enable the student to:
- Know the strategies that lead to the attainment of organizational goals.
- Demonstrate leadership skills necessary to mentor others successfully.
- Utilize effective professional communication strategies.
- Understand the regulatory requirements within the business setting.
- Identify the change-management strategies which ensure optimal organizational performance.
Program Requirements (Traditional Structure)
General Education Core Requirements
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| English Language / Communication (must include an English Composition course) | 6 | |
| Social Sciences | 6 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Science | 3 | |
| Math | 3 | |
| History | 3 | |
| GEN1003 | Lifelong Learning Skills | 3 |
| THE1023 | Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| THE3013 | Introduction to Christian Thought | 3 |
| General Studies Electives | 12 | |
| Total | 45 hours |
Bible and Theology Requirements
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIB3604 | Survey of the Old Testament / Pentateuch | 4 |
| BIB3614 | Survey of the New Testament / Gospels | 4 |
| BIB3624 | Bible and Life Application | 4 |
| BIB3634 | Biblical Leadership Principles | 4 |
| THE3614 | Survey of Christian Theology | 4 |
| THE3624 | Holiness and the Life of the Believer | 4 |
| Total | 24 hours |
A student may substitute the six 4-hour Bible/theology courses with the eight 3-hour Bible/theology courses, or a combination, provided all prerequisites are met.
Courses Specific to the Leadership and Ethics Major
| Course | Course Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BLE4614 | Business and Professional Communication | 4 |
| BLE4624 | Business Finance | 4 |
| BLE4644 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Nonprofit Organizations | 4 |
| BLE4654 | Group and Organizational Behavior | 4 |
| BLE4664 | Strategic Leadership and Management | 4 |
| BLE4674 | Business Ethics | 4 |
| BLE4684 | Managing Change and Conflict | 4 |
| BLE4694 | Capstone Project | 4 |
| Total | 32 hours | |
| Electives or Minor Courses | 19 hours |
120 hours total required for graduation. This major is also available in the AdVantage accelerated structure and the Salvation Army structure - request information for details.
Lead with integrity
Prepare to lead ministries, nonprofits, and organizations with a Christian ethical foundation.