Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) offers a professional degree to those students seeking more advanced competencies in ministry. The program prepares and develops ministers within the framework of a biblical model of leadership. It promotes an Adventist perspective regarding evangelism, ministry and mission. The emphasis of this professional degree is Pastoral Ministry, including areas of ministry interest such as church growth, leadership and administration, chaplaincy ministries, youth ministry, family life, and mission.

Competencies

1. Prepare people who are involved in ministry as professionals and experts in applied theology. They should stand out as competent leaders and properly trained to provide the necessary help to their communities.
2. Design, execute and evaluate programs in the ministerial area for the benefit of the church.
3. To promote serious and in-depth research that contributes to a better understanding of the processes and needs of the community in which we live.

Curriculum

To earn the DMin degree, each student is required to take at least 36 credits. These must include 9 credits in Research, 15 credits in Christian Ministry, 9 credits in Biblical Studies, 3 credits in History.

For more detailed information about the program description, the admission process, etc. click here to see the Catalog.