Curriculum for Master in Christian Education

Master of Arts and Sciences in Christian Education: Teaching like King Jesus

This curriculum is designed to prepare students for advanced roles in Christian education, reflecting the life and teachings of Jesus. It aims to develop educators who teach like Jesus, set an example like Jesus, are wise like Jesus, are led and filled by the Holy Spirit like Jesus, are empowered like Jesus, and impact others like Jesus. The end goal is to transform all students into the full image of Jesus Christ. This program meets or exceeds the standards of accredited schools in America.

Core Biblical Studies Requirements (36 credit hours):

1. Advanced Biblical Theology (12 credit hours):
   • BIB 601: Advanced Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 602: Advanced New Testament Theology and Exegesis (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 603: Advanced Hermeneutics: Principles of Interpretation (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 604: Biblical Theology and Contemporary Issues (3 credit hours)
2. Life and Teachings of Jesus (9 credit hours):
   • BIB 611: The Historical Jesus: Context and Impact (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 612: Advanced Studies in the Parables and Teachings of Jesus (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 613: The Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection: Theological Implications (3 credit hours)
3. Christian Education and Teaching (12 credit hours):
   • EDU 621: Foundations of Christian Education (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 622: Teaching Methods of Jesus (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 623: Curriculum Development for Christian Educators (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 624: Classroom Management and Discipline (3 credit hours)
4. The Holy Spirit and Empowerment (6 credit hours):
   • BIB 631: The Role of the Holy Spirit in Scripture and Tradition (3 credit hours)
   • BIB 632: Empowerment for Ministry through the Holy Spirit (3 credit hours)

Specialized Education Tracks (12 credit hours):

Students select a track to deepen their expertise and practical skills in a specific area of Christian education:

1. Track A: Educational Leadership (12 credit hours):
   • EDU 641: Leadership and Administration in Christian Education (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 642: Strategic Planning and Organizational Development (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 643: Financial Management for Educational Institutions (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 644: Human Resources and Team Building (3 credit hours)
2. Track B: Curriculum and Instruction (12 credit hours):
   • EDU 651: Advanced Curriculum Design and Assessment (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 652: Instructional Strategies for Diverse Learners (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 653: Integrating Technology in Education (3 credit hours)
   • EDU 654: Program Evaluation and Improvement (3 credit hours)
3. Track C: Spiritual Formation and Counseling (12 credit hours):
   • MIN 661: Advanced Spiritual Formation (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 662: Christian Counseling Techniques (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 663: Crisis Counseling and Intervention (3 credit hours)
   • MIN 664: Marriage and Family Counseling (3 credit hours)
4. Track D: Missions and Cross-Cultural Education (12 credit hours):
   • MIS 671: Advanced Cross-Cultural Communication (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 672: Global Evangelism and Discipleship Strategies (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 673: Church Planting and Development (3 credit hours)
   • MIS 674: Missional Living and Community Engagement (3 credit hours)

Research and Advanced Study (6 credit hours):

1. Research Methodology (6 credit hours):
   • RES 601: Advanced Research Methods in Biblical Studies (3 credit hours)
   • RES 602: Qualitative and Quantitative Research in Education (3 credit hours)

Capstone Project or Thesis (6 credit hours):

1. Capstone Project or Thesis (6 credit hours):
   • EDU 699: Master’s Thesis in Christian Education (6 credit hours)
     • A comprehensive research project focused on a topic related to teaching like Jesus, demonstrating scholarly research, critical thinking, and practical application.
   • OR
   • EDU 698: Integrative Capstone Project (6 credit hours)
     • A practical education project integrating academic knowledge with hands-on application in a real-world context, centered on the themes of Jesus’ teaching methods and educational impact.

Total Credit Hours: 72

This curriculum ensures a strong foundation in advanced biblical studies, theology, and practical education skills. It prepares students for academic research, teaching, or leadership roles in Christian education, with a strong emphasis on teaching, setting an example, being wise, being led and filled by the Holy Spirit, being empowered, and impacting others like Jesus in order to teach the TRUTH (THE WORD) to all nations of the earth, ultimately transforming all students into the full image of Jesus Christ.