American Leadership Institute and Seminary
MASTER OF DIVINITY DEGREE PROGRAM
The Master of Divinity degree is a 60 semester credit hour general theological program most often expected of those in roles of Christian leadership. It provides a broad foundation of both theoretical and practical Christian knowledge for pastors, missionaries, evangelists, denominational workers, parachurch leaders, chaplains, and ministers of education.
Its balance of biblical, theological, historical, and practical studies makes the Master of Divinity degree ideal for those whose calling may require a wide variety of knowledge and skills.
Admission Requirements
Applicants desiring entrance into the Master of Divinity program requires satisfactory completion of a Bachelor degree or its equivalent with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 point scale).
1. Complete Application Form;
2. Submit the application with the $100.00 application fee; and
3. Request official transcripts from each institution attended be sent directly to ALIS.
Program Objectives
This program provides the student with the ability to do the following:
1. Discuss the meaning of Scripture and the heritage of the evangelical Christian Church.
2. Explain and evaluate a theory of ministry that is relevant to the vocation of the student;
3. Communicate biblical/theological truths through preaching, teaching, writing, or in such other ways as may be appropriate;
4. Evaluate various forms of ministry;
5. Evaluate people and situations accurately and sympathetically;
6. Lead in both the planning and conduct of corporate worship and ministry;
7. Give guidance where needed, counsel people experiencing personal crisis, or make appropriate referrals to other sources of professional help;
8. Lead a body of believers in the definition and accomplishment of its purpose.
Degree Requirements
The program consists of the Core courses which include 27 semester credit hours of required courses and RW 500 Introduction to Theoretical Research and Writing, 6 semester credit hours in Historical Studies, and 27 semester credit hours of a major in either Church Ministries or Women’s Ministries:
Core (27 semester credit hours)
BE 521 Essentials of Biblical Exposition (3 credit hours)
or BE 523 Christian Rhetoric (3 credit hours)
EV 520 Introduction to Evangelism (3 credit hours)
NT 520 NT Introduction (3 credit hours)
OT 520 OT Introduction (3 credit hours)
RW 500 Intro to Theoretical Research and Writing (no credit)
TH 525 Survey of Theology I (3 credit hours)
TH 526 Survey of Theology II (3 credit hours)
TH 530 Hermeneutics (3 credit hours)
TH 535 Apologetics (3 credit hours)
TH 545 Spiritual Formation (3 credit hours)
Historical Studies (6 semester credit hours)
HI 522 Church History (3 credit hours)
HI 622 American Christianity (3 credit hours)
Major in Church Ministries or Women’s Ministries (27 semester credit hours)
Church Ministries (27 semester credit hours)
ED 701 Church Ministry and Management (3 credit hours)
CM 520 Ministerial Duties (3 credit hours)
ED 530 Educational Ministries (3 credit hours)
MI 520 Missions Perspectives (3 credit hours)
BE 522 Practical Biblical Communication (3 credit hours)
TH 561 Values and Ethics (3 credit hours)
EV 721 Principles of Church Growth (3 credit hours)
CO 620 Discipleship Counseling in Marriage and Family (3 credit hours)
CM 711 Intern Practicum (3 credit hours)
Women’s Ministries (27 semester credit hours)
WMIN 501 Theological Foundations of Women’s Ministries (3 credit hours)
WMIN 502 Women’s Ministry in the Local Church (3 credit hours)
WMIN 504 Evangelism and Discipleship for Women (3 credit hours)
WMIN 505 Women’s Issues in Ministry (3 credit hours)
WMIN 506 Married Women’s Ministry (3 credit hours)
WMIN 507 Single Adult Ministry (3 credit hours)
BE 510 Women of Faith (3 credit hours)
CO 620 Discipleship Counseling in Marriage and Family (3 credit hours)
WMIN 508 Women’s Ministry Internship (3 credit hours)
Program Costs
Please see the Academic Catalog for a complete listing of all tuition and fees.
|
Tuition Charge (per semester hour) |
200.00 |
|
Library and Technology Fee (per semester) |
50.00 |
|
Audit (per course) |
100.00 |
|
Graduation Fee |
300.00 |