.png)
Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies (Pastoral Ministry concentration)
40 COURSES 4 YEARS | 120 CREDITS[UNITS]
ACADEMIC PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES
The Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies (Pastoral Ministry concentration) is a 4-year program based on 120 semester units. The BALS is designed to equip students for pastoral ministry and leadership within the local church, as well as in Christian or non-Christian non-profit and mission organizations.
The program will provide students with an extensive knowledge of the Bible and the skills to communicate God's word effectively in the power of Holy Spirit.
INTERNSHIP
The Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies (Pastoral Ministry concentration) is a 4-year program based on 120 semester units. The BALS is designed to equip students for pastoral ministry and leadership within the local church, as well as in Christian or non-Christian non-profit and mission organizations. The program will provide students with an extensive knowledge of the Bible and the skills to communicate God's word effectively in the power of Holy Spirit.
LEARNING COMMUNITY SETTING / COHORT OPTION
A practical and flexible classroom setting, as well as an online cohort option, is offered in order to accommodate leaders and working adults whose responsibilities and schedules do not permit enrollment in a traditional college degree program. The cohort model allows students to engage with professors and build community, resulting in a valuable and long-lasting support network.
BALS Program - 40 courses / 120 Credits[Units] Total
Pastoral Ministry
Christian Counseling
Worship, Media, & Creative Arts
BALS Main Program Segments:
Biblical/Theological Studies - 30 Credits
Ministry & Leadership Courses - 15 Credits
General Education - 30 Credits
Free Electives - 12 Credits
Internship - 12 Credits
SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY
Associate of Arts in Leadership Studies (Pastoral Ministry concentration)
​
Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies (Pastoral Ministry concentration)
​
​
​
Ph.D. in Organizational and Global Leadership with Missional Church Leadership
​
Ph.D. in Organizational and Global Leadership with Coaching and Mentoring
​
Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership
​
Associate of Arts in Leadership Studies (Worship, Media & Creative Arts concentration)
​
Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies (Worship, Media & Creative Arts concentration)
FULL BALS CURRICULUM
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES (PASTORAL MINISTRY CONCENTRATION) CURRICULUM
The course descriptions for the courses listed below may be found in the Academic Catalog.
Biblical/Theological Studies 30 Credits
BS 101 Bible Panorama (or, BS 104, NT Survey)
BS 102 Biblical Interpretation
BS 103 Old Testament Survey
BS 104 New Testament Survey
BS 115 Introduction to the Pentateuch
BS 204 Survey of the Gospels
BS 217 The Acts of the Apostles*
*Students may take BS 435 (Revelation) in place of BS
217.
BS 427 Survey of New Testament Epistles
TH 211 Theological Foundations:
The Doctrines of God and Scripture
TH 313 Theological Foundations:
The Doctrines of Christ and Salvation
TH 322 Theological Foundations: The Holy Spirit
Ministry & Leadership Courses 15 Credits
Students may request to substitute a Pastoral Ministry
course for one of the following courses.
PT 101 Inner Healing and Prayer
PT 102 Essentials of Spiritual Formation*
PT 103 Communion with God*
*Students will normally take either PT 102 or PT 103.
PT 219 Evangelism and Discipleship
PT 245 Fundamentals of Christian Leadership**
PT 301 Organizational Leadership**
**Students will normally take either PT 245 or PT 301.
PT 345 Foundations of Preaching
CC 406 Holistic Healing and Spirituality
General Education 30 Credits
GE 101 English Composition*
GE 104 Introduction to Sociology**
GE 118 Introduction to Psychology**
**Students must take either GE 104 or GE 118.
GE 127 Introduction to Philosophy
GE 216 Ethics and Worldview
GE 221 Academic Writing*
*Students must take either GE 101 or GE 221;
students may take both.
GE 234 Economics
GE 242 Health Studies (required)
GE 310 Digital Literacy Essentials
HS 325 Western History I (required)
HS 326 Western History II
Free Electives 12 Credits
Free electives may come from a student's concentration,
from the other concentrations, or from other Bible,
theology, or ministry courses listed in the catalog.
Internship 12 Credits
PM 301 Internship #1 (required)
PM 302 Internship #2 (required)
PM 403 Internship #3 (optional)
PM 404 Internship #4 (optional)
Students who take two Internship courses will take two
additional courses in their concentration.
Students who take three Internship courses will take
one additional course in their concentration.
FULL BALS CURRICULUM
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES (PASTORAL MINISTRY CONCENTRATION) CURRICULUM
Pastoral Ministry Concentration
21 Credits (choose 7 courses)
Students who take less than 4 internship courses will take
one or two additional courses in their concentration.
BS 212 OT Historical Books
BS 314 Survey of the OT Major Prophets
BS 419 Introduction to the OT Wisdom Books
BS 435 The Book of Revelation
MS 313 Theology and Practice of Mission
TH 409 Current Theological Issues
TH 444 Introduction to Christian Apologetics
TH 445 Apologetics II
CC 302 Marriage & Family Counseling
PT 456 Basics of Church Planting
WM 305 Worship in the Life of the Church
​​
CAREERS
The course curriculum develops students' core competencies for success in ministry and leadership. Possible careers include:
Ministry leadership (youth pastor, small group leader, Bible teacher, etc.) Preaching or Bible teaching ministry in a church.
Eventual senior pastor positions Missions
Chaplaincy
Christian non-profit Organizations
Christian education
Program Learning Outcomes
-
Students will have a significant knowledge of the Bible and have a meaningful introduction to Christian theology.
-
Students will be able to share and explain the gospel.
-
Students will understand the importance of personal spiritual disciplines & growth, as well as the importance of Christian character, and will be motivated to actively participate in Christian service or ministry.
-
Students will be motivated to be, and have the skills to be, life-long learners.
-
Students will be culturally sensitive, and will have acquired cross-cultural competence.
-
Students will demonstrate meaningful practical skills in the area of their concentration (pastoral, counseling, or worship/media/arts).