ACADEMICS
DOCTORAL - D.MISS.
Doctoral
Doctor of Missiology (D.Miss)
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Doctor of Missiology degree program is to develop Christian missionary leaders including missionaries, practitioners, teachers, and administrators through doctoral level instruction, research, and practice. The program is divided into three major components: Foundational Seminars, Concentration Seminars, and the Missionary Project Dissertation.
DURATION
The D.Miss degree is a 38 hour program designed to be completed in no less than three years. All work for the degree must be completed within six years.
D.MISS DEGREE OBJECTIVES
Students graduating from the Doctor of Missiology degree program will be able to do the following:
1. Demonstrate competence in applying theological convictions to any missionary context to which they are called
2. Demonstrate the ability to conduct cross-cultural ministry at an advanced level
3. Demonstrate the ability to use standard research tools and methods in the chosen field of study
4. Plan and conduct research in the area of specialization and to communicate its results
CURRICULUM
Foundational Core Seminars (all are required) 12 hrs
30020 Professional Doctoral Colloquium 4 hrs
30060 Integrating Christian Faith & Practice 4 hrs
30090 Dissertation Preparation 4 hrs
Concentrate Seminars (Select 5) 20hrs
30420 Church Planting Evangelism 4 hrs
30430 Sponsoring New Churches 4 hrs
30440 Church Revitalization or 30070 Christian Leadership Course 4 hrs
30140 Expository Preaching 4 hrs
30143 Style & Application in Expository Preaching 4 hrs
30146 Doctrinal & Topical Exposition 4 hrs
30150 Preaching & Ministry Practice 4 hrs
30070 Christian Leadership 4 hrs
30330 Developing Christian Leaders 4 hrs
30340 Leadership Issues (topic varies) 4 hrs
30370 Worship Leadership 4 hrs
30380 Spiritual Formation 4 hrs
Missionary Project Dissertation 6 hrs