The Bachelor’s Degree in Church Administration is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and spiritual foundation necessary to effectively manage and lead church operations and administrative functions. This degree combines principles of church management, biblical teachings, and practical application to prepare graduates for administrative leadership roles within Christian organizations.
Program Objectives:
- Develop a solid understanding of church administration principles, including financial management, human resources, facilities management, strategic planning, and legal and ethical considerations within a Christian context.
- Cultivate administrative and organizational skills, including budgeting, project management, team leadership, communication, and problem-solving, to effectively oversee and manage church operations.
- Enhance knowledge of Christian theology, biblical interpretation, and church history, enabling students to integrate faith and biblical principles into their administrative decision-making and practices.
- Foster personal character development, servant leadership, and a deepening relationship with God, nurturing a heart for service, integrity, humility, and a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth.
- Provide a foundation for further education or advanced training in church administration, business administration, or related fields at the master’s or doctoral level, empowering students to deepen their expertise and expand their career options within church administration and leadership.
Potential Career and Educational Options:
- Church Administrator: Graduates can pursue careers as church administrators, overseeing the day-to-day operations and administrative functions of a church, including financial management, facility maintenance, staff coordination, and organizational development.
- Ministry Operations Manager: The Bachelor’s Degree in Church Administration prepares individuals for leadership roles in Christian organizations, such as para-church organizations, mission agencies, or educational institutions, overseeing administrative operations and support services.
- Finance and Stewardship Coordinator: Graduates can work in finance and stewardship roles within churches or Christian organizations, managing budgets, financial reporting, fundraising efforts, and promoting biblical principles of stewardship.
- Nonprofit Management: The degree equips students for leadership positions within nonprofit organizations, particularly those with a Christian mission or focus, providing administrative oversight and strategic direction.
- Further Education: The Bachelor’s Degree in Church Administration serves as a foundation for individuals interested in pursuing advanced degrees in church administration, business administration, or related fields. Graduates can continue their studies at the master’s or doctoral level, deepening their expertise and expanding their career options within the field of church administration and leadership.