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D
O C T O R O F
M
I N I S T R Y
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I N I S T R Y
L
E A D E R S H I P
)
The D.Min. (Ministry Leadership) is designed to develop students’ knowledge, theoretical clarity, and competence
in the profession and practice of ministry through lifelong learning in leadership. It is a popular option for pastors
and church staff as well as those involved in other organizations.
Course of Study
30
Degree Core
12
MIN 9431
Spiritual Mentoring
3
RES 9400
Doctoral Research Methods
3
RES 9990
Doctoral Dissertation Project
6
Concentration
9
Choose three courses from MIN.
9
Open Electives
9
D
O C T O R O F
M
I N I S T R Y
( M
E M B E R
C
A R E
)
The D.Min. (Member Care) equips professionals who have demonstrated skill in providing ministerial and/or
therapeutic care for missionaries. It uses multi-disciplinary training tools to equip students as a Mission Support
Services Specialist serving in an organizational setting or as a Clinical Counseling Specialist (requires licensure)
focusing on clinical needs of missionaries in the global arena. It uses a cohort-based model to build professional
relationships and encourage in-depth peer mentoring.
Course of Study
30
Degree Core
12
MIN 9431
Spiritual Mentoring
3
RES 9400
Doctoral Research Methods
3
RES 9990
Doctoral Dissertation Project
6
Concentration
12
CNC 9000
Organizational Member Care Services
3
CNC 9474
Clinical Applications in Member Care
3
CNC 9541
Missionary Care for Career Transitions
3
CNC 9571
Single and Family Issues in Missions
3
Open Electives
6
D
O C T O R O F
M
I N I S T R Y
( M
I L I T A R Y
C
H A P L A I N C Y
)
The D.Min. (Military Chaplaincy) is designed to assist students in developing a higher level of expertise in their
ministry to men and women in the armed forces. The coursework and training students receive in the Basic and
Advanced Chaplaincy programs of the U.S. Army or equivalent courses as a chaplain in other branches of the U.S.
Military count toward their degree at Columbia International University’s Seminary & School of Ministry. Of the 30
semester hours required for this degree, students may transfer in up to 12 semester hours from their chaplaincy
training.
Course of Study
30
Degree Core
12
MIN 9431
Spiritual Mentoring
3
RES 9400
Doctoral Research Methods
3
RES 9990
Doctoral Dissertation Project
6
Open Electives
18
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