Master's Programs

Master of Arts in Christian Ministry

CFCU Baptist Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts in Christian Ministry program is designed to meet the growing need of ministry leaders in churches across the country seeking specialized training in the area of Christian discipleship. Courses provide students with a strong understanding of biblical leadership principles and strategies specific to small group settings to train up disciples within their local churches. This program is well-suited for associate pastors, discipleship pastors, small group pastors, and Christian education pastors.

M.A. in Christian Ministry students must choose a cognate. All cognates for the M.A. in Christian Ministry program may be completed in 100% Online, through Online plus on-campus Intensives or through the Resident format. View the Degree Completion Plans for each cognate.

Master of Arts in Theological Studies

Residential Program:

The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is geared toward individuals seeking an introductory graduate degree in religion for service in a supportive role in their local church. Courses include surveys of the Old and New Testament and systematic theology, providing students with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christian theology and the Christian church.

Quick Facts

• 2015-2016 Tuition
• $150 per credit hour

Credit Hours

• 36 hour graduate program
• Up to 6 hours can be transferred in
• Residential, Online, and Weekend formats

Potential Careers

• Christian author
• Ministry worker
• Missionary
• Pastor
• Associate pastor

Master of Arts in Christian Ministry —Leadership

CFCU Baptist Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts in Christian Ministry – Leadership program outlines the fundamentals of building a mission, executing strategy and vision, and planning effectively in ministry. The program also offers practical insight into the life of a leader, exploring team leadership, conflict resolution, and preventing ministry failure.

Quick Facts

• 2015-2016 Tuition
• $150 per credit hour (0-8 credit hours or 16+ credit hours)
• $2,550 Seminary block rate for students enrolled in 9-15 credit hours

Credit Hours

• 36 total hours
• 6 maximum transfer credit hours are allowed for completion of program

Potential Career Options

• Christian Administrator
• Christian Educator
• Church Education Administrator
• Discipleship Pastor
• Pastor
• Sunday school Administrator
• Sunday school Teacher