Advanced Degree Programs

Offering diverse master's, doctorate, and Ph.D. programs across various disciplines for aspiring scholars.

Executive and Professional Certificate Programs

Executive Leadership Institute

For C-Suite Executives, Senior Leaders, and High-Potential Managers

Executive Certificate in Ethical Leadership (12 credits)

Duration: 6 months | Format: Hybrid (Monthly weekend intensives + online) Target Audience: CEOs, Senior VPs, Directors

Core Modules (3 credits each):

• EXEC 5010: Ethical Decision-Making in Complex Organizations

• EXEC 5020: Stakeholder Capitalism and Purpose-Driven Leadership

• EXEC 5030: Crisis Leadership and Moral Courage

• EXEC 5040: Building Ethical Organizational Culture

Features:

• Executive coaching sessions included

• Peer advisory groups with other C-suite leaders

• 360-degree ethical leadership assessment

• Capstone: Ethical transformation plan for your organization

Executive Certificate in Spiritual Leadership (9 credits)

Duration: 4 months | Format: 100% Online with live monthly seminars Target Audience: Faith-based organization leaders, purpose-driven executives

Core Modules:

• SPIR 5010: Spiritual Intelligence in Leadership (3)

• SPIR 5020: Leading with Purpose and Meaning (3)

• SPIR 5030: Contemplative Leadership Practices (3)

Special Features:

• Personal spiritual director assigned

• Retreat weekend included

• Integration with existing faith traditions

Executive Certificate in Holistic Organizational Health (15 credits)

Duration: 8 months | Format: Hybrid Target Audience: CEOs, HR Directors, Wellness Program Leaders

Core Modules:

• HLTH 5010: Organizational Wellness Strategy (3)

• HLTH 5020: Mental Health and Resilience in the Workplace (3)

• HLTH 5030: Creating Healing Work Environments (3)

• HLTH 5040: Work-Life Integration Models (3)

• HLTH 5050: ROI of Workplace Wellness Programs (3)

Professional Development Institute

For Mid-Level Professionals and Specialists

Professional Certificate in Biblical Counseling (18 credits)

Duration: 12 months | Format: 100% Online with practicum Target Audience: Counselors, therapists, pastors, social workers

Core Requirements:

• COUN 4010: Foundations of Biblical Counseling (3)

• COUN 4020: Integration of Scripture and Psychology (3)

• COUN 4030: Trauma-Informed Biblical Approaches (3)

• COUN 4040: Family and Marriage Counseling (3)

• COUN 4050: Addiction and Recovery Ministry (3)

• COUN 4060: Supervised Practicum (3)

Certification: Eligible for National Board of Biblical Counselors certification

Professional Certificate in Integrative Health Coaching (21 credits)

Duration: 15 months | Format: Hybrid with clinical components Target Audience: Healthcare professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists

Core Modules:

• INTG 4010: Foundations of Integrative Health (3)

• INTG 4020: Motivational Interviewing and Behavior Change (3)

• INTG 4030: Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (3)

• INTG 4040: Stress Management and Mindfulness (3)

• INTG 4050: Chronic Disease Prevention (3)

• INTG 4060: Business of Health Coaching (3)

• INTG 4070: Clinical Practicum (3)

Certification: Prepares for National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)

Professional Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership (12 credits)

Duration: 8 months | Format: 100% Online Target Audience: Nonprofit directors, program managers, board members

Core Modules:

• NONP 4010: Strategic Planning for Nonprofits (3)

• NONP 4020: Fundraising and Grant Writing (3)

• NONP 4030: Board Development and Governance (3)

• NONP 4040: Program Evaluation and Impact Assessment (3)

Professional Certificate in Corporate Chaplaincy (15 credits)

Duration: 10 months | Format: Hybrid Target Audience: HR professionals, chaplains, employee assistance coordinators

Core Requirements:

• CHAP 4010: Foundations of Workplace Chaplaincy (3)

• CHAP 4020: Crisis Intervention in the Workplace (3)

• CHAP 4030: Multicultural and Interfaith Sensitivity (3)

• CHAP 4040: Legal and Ethical Issues (3)

• CHAP 4050: Field Experience in Corporate Setting (3)

Digital Learning Institute

Flexible, Self-Paced Options for Busy Professionals

Micro-Credentials (3-6 credits each)

Duration: 6-12 weeks | Format: 100% Online, Self-Paced

Leadership Micro-Credentials:

• LEAD 3010: Servant Leadership Principles (3)

• LEAD 3020: Conflict Resolution and Mediation (3)

• LEAD 3030: Change Management in Faith-Based Organizations (3)

• LEAD 3040: Cross-Cultural Leadership Competency (3)

Health & Wellness Micro-Credentials:

• WELL 3010: Corporate Wellness Program Design (3)

• WELL 3020: Mental Health First Aid for Leaders (3)

• WELL 3030: Nutrition Counseling Basics (3)

• WELL 3040: Workplace Stress Management (3)

Ministry & Spiritual Care Micro-Credentials:

• MINI 3010: Pastoral Care in Healthcare Settings (3)

• MINI 3020: Grief and Loss Counseling (3)

• MINI 3030: Addiction Ministry Foundations (3)

• MINI 3040: Youth and Family Crisis Intervention (3)

Executive MBA Preparation Tracks

Duration: 3-6 months | Format: 100% Online

Track A: Business Fundamentals for Ministry Leaders (18 credits)

• BUSN 4010: Financial Management for Nonprofits (3)

• BUSN 4020: Strategic Marketing and Communications (3)

• BUSN 4030: Human Resource Management (3)

• BUSN 4040: Operations and Project Management (3)

• BUSN 4050: Legal Issues for Religious Organizations (3)

• BUSN 4060: Technology and Digital Ministry (3)

Track B: Ministry Foundations for Business Leaders (15 credits)

• THEO 4010: Theology for Business Leaders (3)

• ETHC 4010: Business Ethics from Faith Perspective (3)

• LEAD 4010: Spiritual Dimensions of Leadership (3)

• COMM 4010: Prophetic Voice in Corporate Settings (3)

• JUST 4010: Corporate Social Responsibility (3)

Continuing Education for Professionals

Annual Professional Development Intensives

Format: 3-day weekend intensives | Location: Various cities + virtual option

Available Intensives:

• Advanced Biblical Exegesis Workshop

• Holistic Health Assessment Certification

• Leadership in Crisis Management

• Interfaith Dialogue Facilitation

• Organizational Culture Transformation

• Digital Ministry and Online Community Building

• Financial Stewardship for Faith Leaders

• Trauma-Informed Care Training

Professional Symposiums and Conferences

Annual Events:

• Executive Leadership Summit (2 days)

• Integrative Health Professionals Conference (3 days)

• Biblical Counseling Intensive (4 days)

• Corporate Chaplaincy Workshop (2 days)

Certificate Program Features

Flexible Scheduling:

• Evening and weekend classes

• Modular design allows start at multiple times per year

• Accelerated options for intensive learners

• Part-time and full-time tracks available

Executive Services:

• Personal academic advisor

• Executive coaching sessions

• Peer networking opportunities

• Alumni professional network

• Continuing education credits for licensing

Technology Integration:

• Mobile-optimized learning platform

• Offline content access

• Virtual reality simulations for clinical practice

• AI-powered personalized learning paths

• Real-time collaboration tools

Recognition and Accreditation:

• Stackable credentials toward full degrees

• Industry-recognized certifications

• Continuing education units (CEUs) provided

• Transcript services for professional licensing

• Digital badges for LinkedIn profiles

Corporate Partnerships:

• Group enrollment discounts

• Custom program development

• On-site delivery options

• Corporate university partnerships

• Executive development programs

📘Master’s Degree Programs

Master’s programs portfolio with:

1. Duration (most Master’s = 1.5–2 years full-time; 2.5–3 years part-time).

2. Delivery Mode (Online, Hybrid, In-Person).

3. Career Paths

🎓 School of Social Justice and Community Development

1. Master of Social Justice and Policy Leadership (MSJPL)

• SJCD 5101: Advanced Social Justice Theories (3)

• SJCD 5202: Policy Advocacy and Civic Engagement (3)

• SJCD 5305: Research Methods in Social Equity (3)

• SJCD 5407: Community Organizing Strategies (3)

• SJCD 5509: Capstone in Policy & Advocacy (6)

1. Duration: 2 years full-time / 3 years part-time

2. Delivery: Hybrid (online coursework + in-person residencies)

3. Careers: Policy analyst, social justice advocate, NGO director, public policy consultant, equity researcher.

2. Master of Community Development and Microfinance (MCDM)

• SJCD 5110: Foundations of Microfinance (3)

• SJCD 5212: Community-Based Economic Development (3)

• SJCD 5314: Financial Inclusion for Marginalized Populations (3)

• SJCD 5416: Monitoring & Evaluation for Development Programs (3)

• SJCD 5518: Practicum in Microfinance Leadership (6)

🎓 School of Cultural Studies and Liberal Arts

3. Master of Africana and Diaspora Studies (MADS)

• CULA 6101: Histories of the African Diaspora (3)

• CULA 6203: Black Liberation Movements (3)

• CULA 6305: Race, Identity, and Global Politics (3)

• CULA 6407: Decolonial Theory & Praxis (3)

• CULA 6509: Thesis in Africana Studies (6)

1. Duration: 2 years full-time / 2.5 years part-time

2. Delivery: Hybrid or 100% Online (fieldwork can be done locally)

3. Careers: Microfinance program manager, community development officer, financial inclusion specialist, NGO project leader.

4. Master of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Preservation (MIKCP)

• CULA 6110: Indigenous Epistemologies (3)

• CULA 6212: Language Preservation & Revitalization (3)

• CULA 6314: Museum, Memory & Cultural Archives (3)

• CULA 6416: Storytelling, Oral Traditions & Research (3)

• CULA 6518: Applied Cultural Preservation Project (6)

1. Duration: 2 years full-time

2. Delivery: In-person or Hybrid (requires archives & field research)

3. Careers: Professor/lecturer, cultural consultant, diversity & equity officer, researcher in Africana studies, museum curator.

5. Master of Communication, Journalism & Public Narrative (MCJPN)

• CULA 6120: Media, Power & Social Justice (3)

• CULA 6222: Investigative Journalism (3)

• CULA 6324: Digital Media and Civic Storytelling (3)

• CULA 6426: Crisis & Advocacy Communications (3)

• CULA 6528: Master’s Portfolio in Journalism (6)

1. Duration: 2 years full-time / 3 years part-time

2. Delivery: Hybrid (online + local community fieldwork)

3. Careers: Cultural preservation specialist, language revitalization leader, museum curator, Indigenous education consultant.

🎓 School of Science, Technology, and Innovation

6. Master of Applied Data Science for Social Good (MADSSG)

• STI 7101: Data Analytics & Visualization (3)

• STI 7203: AI & Machine Learning Applications (3)

• STI 7305: Data Ethics & Responsible Tech (3)

• STI 7407: Predictive Modeling for Social Impact (3)

• STI 7509: Capstone in Data for Social Justice (6)

1. Duration: 1.5–2 years full-time

2. Delivery: 100% Online or Hybrid

3. Careers: Journalist, investigative reporter, media strategist, advocacy communications specialist, digital media producer.

7. Master of Environmental Sustainability and Innovation (MESI)

• STI 7110: Climate Science & Policy (3)

• STI 7212: Renewable Energy Technologies (3)

• STI 7314: Sustainable Urban Development (3)

• STI 7416: Green Entrepreneurship (3)

• STI 7518: Practicum in Environmental Innovation (6)

1. Duration: 1.5 years accelerated / 2 years standard

2. Delivery: 100% Online or Hybrid

3. Careers: Data scientist, policy data analyst, social impact consultant, AI specialist in NGOs or gov agencies.

8. Master of Technology Leadership and Innovation (MTLI)

• STI 7120: Emerging Technologies & Future Societies (3)

• STI 7222: Innovation Management & Design Thinking (3)

• STI 7324: Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience (3)

• STI 7426: Inclusive Tech Ecosystems (3)

• STI 7528: Innovation Lab & Capstone (6)

• Duration: 2 years full-time

• Delivery: Hybrid (field research required)

• Careers: Environmental consultant, sustainability officer, renewable energy project manager, climate policy advisor.

🎓 School of Business and Entrepreneurship

9. Master of Business Administration – Social Enterprise (MBA-SE)

• BUS 8101: Strategic Management for Social Impact (3)

• BUS 8203: Finance & Accounting for Mission-Driven Enterprises (3)

• BUS 8305: Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation (3)

• BUS 8407: Cooperative & Community Business Models (3)

• BUS 8509: MBA Capstone in Social Enterprise (6)

10. Master of Cooperative Economics and Community Wealth Building (MCE-CWB)

• BUS 8110: Cooperative Business Management (3)

• BUS 8212: Community Wealth Building Strategies (3)

• BUS 8314: Alternative Finance Models (3)

• BUS 8416: Economic Justice & Policy (3)

• BUS 8518: Applied Project in Cooperative Development (6)

11. MS in Financial Engineering

• Program Duration: 12-18 months (full-time), 24 months (part-time option)

• Total Credits: 36 credit hours

• Format: Thirty-two units are needed to complete the degree. Twenty-four units are required courses. Eight units are elective courses

• Prerequisites: Students are expected, on entry, to have attained a high level of mathematical and computer programming skills, particularly in probability, statistics, linear algebra, and the use of a programming language such as C, Python, or Java

• Prerequisites (Must be completed before program start)

  • Mathematics Foundation:

    • Multivariable Calculus

    • Differential Equations

    • Linear Algebra

    • Probability and Statistics

    • Stochastic Processes (recommended)

• Programming Proficiency:

  • Python, C++, R, or MATLAB

  • Data structures and algorithms

  • Database management (SQL)

• Finance Background (Recommended):

  • Corporate Finance

  • Investments

  • Financial Markets and Institutions

• Professional Certification:

  • Bloomberg Market Concepts e-learning course and earn the Acknowledgement of Completion to qualify for graduation

• Semester 1: Core Foundations (18 Credit Hours)

  • Mathematical Finance Core (12 Credit Hours)

    • FIEN 5100 - Stochastic Calculus for Finance (3)

      • Brownian motion and geometric Brownian motion

      • Ito's lemma and stochastic differential equations

      • Risk-neutral valuation and martingale measures

      • Applications to derivatives pricing

    • FIEN 5200 - Derivatives Pricing and Risk Management (3)

      • Black-Scholes-Merton model and extensions

      • Interest rate models and bond pricing

      • Credit risk modeling

      • Value-at-Risk and risk measures

    • FIEN 5300 - Numerical Methods in Finance (3)

      • Monte Carlo simulation methods

      • Finite difference methods for PDEs

      • Tree-based methods for option pricing

      • Calibration and parameter estimation

    • FIEN 5400 - Financial Econometrics and Data Analysis (3)

      • Time series analysis for financial data

      • ARCH/GARCH volatility modeling

      • Cointegration and error correction models

      • High-frequency data analysis

• Programming and Technology (6 Credit Hours)

  • FIEN 5500 - Financial Programming in Python/C++ (3)

    • Object-oriented programming for finance

    • Financial libraries and APIs

    • Performance optimization and parallel computing

    • Version control and collaborative development

  • FIEN 5600 - Financial Databases and Data Management (3)

    • SQL for financial data

    • Real-time data feeds and processing

    • Data cleaning and preparation

    • Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure)

• Semester 2: Advanced Applications (18 Credit Hours)

• Advanced Core Courses (12 Credit Hours)

  • FIN 7850 - Advanced Quantitative Finance: Computational Methods and Risk Analytics (4)

    • High-frequency trading algorithms and market microstructure

    • Machine learning applications in finance

    • Advanced risk modeling and stress testing

    • Portfolio optimization under constraints

    • Alternative data and big data analytics

    • Blockchain and cryptocurrency analysis [This is the signature advanced course integrating all previous learning]

  • FIEN 6100 - Fixed Income Securities and Credit Risk (3)

    • Term structure modeling

    • Credit derivatives and structured products

    • Mortgage-backed securities analysis

    • Corporate bond pricing and credit spreads

  • FIEN 6200 - Equity Derivatives and Exotic Options (3)

    • Path-dependent options and barriers

    • American option pricing methods

    • Multi-asset derivatives

    • Volatility modeling and trading

  • FIEN 6300 - Portfolio Management and Algorithmic Trading (2)

    • Modern portfolio theory extensions

    • Factor models and risk budgeting

    • Algorithmic execution strategies

    • Performance attribution and evaluation

• Specialization Tracks (Choose One - 6 Credit Hours)

  • Risk Management Track: FIEN 6400 - Advanced Risk Management (3)

    • Market, credit, and operational risk integration

    • Stress testing and scenario analysis

    • Regulatory capital requirements (Basel III)

    • Risk technology and systems

  • FIEN 6410 - Financial Regulation and Compliance (3)

    • Dodd-Frank and global regulatory frameworks

    • Model validation and governance

    • Regulatory reporting requirements

    • Risk culture and governance

  • Quantitative Trading Track: FIEN 6500 - Systematic Trading Strategies (3)

    • Statistical arbitrage and pairs trading

    • Momentum and mean reversion strategies

    • Multi-factor models and alpha generation

    • Transaction cost analysis

  • FIEN 6510 - High-Frequency Trading and Market Making (3)

    • Market microstructure and order flow

    • Electronic market making strategies

    • Latency optimization and co-location

    • Regulatory aspects of HFT

  • Fintech and Innovation Track: FIEN 6600 - Financial Technology and Innovation (3)

    • Blockchain technology and smart contracts

    • Cryptocurrency markets and DeFi protocols

    • Robo-advisory and digital wealth management

    • RegTech and compliance automation

  • FIEN 6610 - Machine Learning in Finance (3)

    • Supervised and unsupervised learning applications

    • Deep learning for financial prediction

    • Natural language processing for sentiment analysis

    • Reinforcement learning for trading

• Capstone Experience (Choose One)

• Option A: Industry Capstone Project (Summer - 3 months)

  • FIEN 6900 - Capstone Practicum (0 credits, but required)

    • Capstone practicum project with a financial services firm. The students will have first-hand experience solving real industry problems

    • Work with investment banks, hedge funds, asset managers, or fintech companies

    • Supervised by faculty and industry mentors

    • Final presentation and written report required

• Option B: Applied Finance Project

  • FIEN 6950 - Applied Finance Project (3)

    • Applied Finance Project conducted in teams with industry sponsors

    • Original research on current financial engineering challenges

    • Implementation of quantitative models and systems

    • Peer review and professional presentation

• Professional Development Requirements

  • Practitioner Seminar Series:

    • Students are required to attend IEOR E4798 Financial Engineering Practitioners Seminar Series and submit learning journals

    • Weekly seminars with industry professionals

    • Current topics in financial markets and technology

    • Networking opportunities with alumni and recruiters

  • Professional Skills Workshops:

    • Technical interview preparation

    • Financial modeling competitions

    • Presentation and communication skills

    • Professional ethics in finance

Sample Two-Year Part-Time Schedule

Year 1

Fall Semester (9 credits):

• FIEN 5100 - Stochastic Calculus for Finance (3)

• FIEN 5200 - Derivatives Pricing and Risk Management (3)

• FIEN 5500 - Financial Programming in Python/C++ (3)

Spring Semester (9 credits):

• FIEN 5300 - Numerical Methods in Finance (3)

• FIEN 5400 - Financial Econometrics and Data Analysis (3)

• FIEN 5600 - Financial Databases and Data Management (3)

Summer:

• Industry internship (optional)

• Bloomberg certification completion

Year 2

Fall Semester (12 credits):

• FIN 7850 - Advanced Quantitative Finance (4)

• FIEN 6100 - Fixed Income Securities and Credit Risk (3)

• FIEN 6200 - Equity Derivatives and Exotic Options (3)

• FIEN 6300 - Portfolio Management and Algorithmic Trading (2)

Spring Semester (6 credits):

• Specialization Track Courses (6)

• FIEN 6950 - Applied Finance Project (if chosen)

• Practitioner Seminar Series attendance

Assessment and Graduation Requirements

Academic Performance Standards

• Minimum 3.0 GPA in all coursework

• No grade below B- in core courses

• Satisfactory completion of capstone experience

• Bloomberg Market Concepts certification

Skills Assessment Checkpoints

Mid-Program Review (End of Semester 1):

• Programming proficiency demonstration

• Mathematical finance competency exam

• Industry mentor feedback (if applicable)

Final Portfolio Requirements:

• Technical project showcasing programming skills

• Research paper on current financial engineering topic

• Professional presentation to industry panel

• Code repository with documented projects

Technology Proficiency Requirements

• Python/C++ programming certification

• Financial modeling platform expertise (MATLAB, R)

• Database management and SQL competency

• Cloud platform familiarity (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

• Version control systems (Git, GitHub)

Career Services and Placement Support

Industry Connections

• Dedicated career services for MSFE students

• Corporate partnerships with leading financial institutions

• Alumni mentorship program

• Regular networking events and company presentations

Job Placement Statistics and Career Paths

Target Industries:

• Investment Banking: Quantitative analysis and structuring roles

• Asset Management: Portfolio management and risk analysis

• Hedge Funds: Quantitative research and systematic trading

• Fintech: Product development and data science

• Risk Management: Model validation and regulatory compliance

• Consulting: Financial technology and strategy consulting

Average Starting Salaries (2024):

• Investment Banking: $150,000-$200,000

• Hedge Funds/Prop Trading: $180,000-$250,000

• Asset Management: $120,000-$180,000

• Fintech/Tech: $140,000-$200,000

• Risk Management: $110,000-$160,000

Professional Certifications Support

• CFA Charter preparation and exam support

• FRM (Financial Risk Manager) certification guidance

• CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) resources

• Industry-specific certifications (PRM, CQF)

Program Variations by Institution

Accelerated One-Year Track (Berkeley Model)

• 28 units of coursework (1 unit = 15 class hours), including the Applied Finance Project, plus an internship

• Intensive summer preparation program

• Launch your career in finance, data science, or technology in just one year

Research-Intensive Track (Columbia Model)

• Learn quantitative techniques, harness AI & machine learning in finance, and emerge as a leader in the financial world

• Optional thesis component for research-oriented students

• PhD pathway preparation available

Industry-Focused Track

• Increased practicum and internship requirements

• Corporate-sponsored capstone projects

• Executive-in-residence mentorship programs

This comprehensive MS in Financial Engineering program, anchored by FIN 7850, provides students with the quantitative skills, programming expertise, and practical experience needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving financial markets. The curriculum balances theoretical rigor with hands-on application, ensuring graduates are prepared for leadership roles in quantitative finance.

🎓 School of Education and Human Development

11. Master of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (MELPS)

• EDHD 9101: Leadership Theory & Practice (3)

• EDHD 9203: Policy Analysis in Education (3)

• EDHD 9305: Critical Pedagogy & Social Justice (3)

• EDHD 9407: Organizational Change in Education (3)

• EDHD 9509: Leadership Practicum & Capstone (6)

12. Master of Adult and Lifelong Learning (MALL)

• EDHD 9110: Principles of Adult Learning (3)

• EDHD 9212: Community-Based Education (3)

• EDHD 9314: Digital & Distance Learning (3)

• EDHD 9416: Program Design & Evaluation (3)

• EDHD 9518: Applied Project in Lifelong Learning (6)

13. Master of Inclusive and Multicultural Education (MIME)

• EDHD 9120: Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (3)

• EDHD 9222: Curriculum for Diverse Learners (3)

• EDHD 9324: Equity in Assessment & Evaluation (3)

• EDHD 9426: Language, Identity & Power in Education (3)

• EDHD 9528: Capstone in Inclusive Education (6)

School of Divinity and Religious Sciences

14. Master of Divinity with Hebrew Foundations (MDiv-HF)

• DIV 1010: Biblical Hebrew and Exegesis (3)

• DIV 1022: Covenant Theology and Ethics (3)

• DIV 1034: Prophetic Leadership for Social Justice (3)

• DIV 1046: Comparative Religion & Interfaith Dialogue (3)

• DIV 1058: Ministerial Practicum & Capstone (6)

15. Master of Theology and Social Justice (MTSJ)

• DIV 1110: Theology of Liberation (3)

• DIV 1122: Religion, Law, and Human Rights (3)

• DIV 1134: Black & Indigenous Theologies (3)

• DIV 1146: Ethics of War, Peace, and Justice (3)

• DIV 1158: Thesis in Theology & Justice (6)

16. Master of Arts in Historical Theology (MA-HT)

Focus: The study of theology through history, tracing development of doctrines, traditions, and practices.

• Duration: 2 years full-time / 3 years part-time

• Delivery: Hybrid (core online + optional in-person seminars)

• Target Students: College graduates, teachers, ministers, researchers seeking theological-historical grounding.

• Career Paths: Seminary lecturer, theology teacher, researcher, writer, church historian, Ph.D. candidate.

Core Courses:

• DIV 6101: Foundations of Historical Theology (3)

• DIV 6103: The Early Church Fathers and Covenant Continuities (3)

• DIV 6205: Reformation & Counter-Reformation Thought (3)

• DIV 6207: Theology in the Modern and Postmodern Era (3)

• DIV 6309: African and Jewish Diaspora Theology (3)

• DIV 6311: Research Methods in Historical Theology (3)

Electives (choose 2):

• DIV 6402: Patristics and Ecclesial Authority (3)

• DIV 6404: Theology of the Creeds and Councils (3)

• DIV 6406: Historical Theology of Liberation (3)

Capstone/Research:

• DIV 6508: Graduate Seminar in Historical Theology (3)

• DIV 6610: Master’s Thesis in Historical Theology (6)

17. Master of Arts in Covenantal Theology (MA-CT)

Focus: The Hebrew foundations and theological significance of the divine covenants across Scripture.

• Duration: 2 years full-time / 3 years part-time

• Delivery: Hybrid (online lectures + in-person intensive Hebrew workshops)

• Target Students: Graduates pursuing ministry, teaching, advanced biblical study, or eventual Th.D./Ph.D. in Covenantal Theology.

• Career Paths: Minister, seminary instructor, biblical scholar, Christian/Hebrew studies educator, author, doctoral candidate.

Core Courses:

• DIV 6110: Introduction to Covenantal Theology (3)

• DIV 6112: The Covenant of Creation and Noahic Covenant (3)

• DIV 6214: Abrahamic and Mosaic Covenants (3)

• DIV 6216: Davidic Covenant and Prophetic Hope (3)

• DIV 6318: The New Covenant in Yahawashi (Messiah) (3)

• DIV 6320: Hebrew Exegesis for Covenant Studies (3)

Electives (choose 2):

• DIV 6412: Covenantal Theology and Eschatology (3)

• DIV 6414: Covenant and the Nations (3)

• DIV 6416: Comparative Covenantal Theologies (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) (3)

Capstone/Research:

• DIV 6518: Seminar in Covenantal Theology (3)

• DIV 6620: Master’s Thesis or Applied Project in Covenant Theology (6)

👉 Each program is 36 credit hours (approx. 12 courses), structured with core courses + electives + practicum/thesis/capstone for real-world application.

🎓 Institute of Holistic Medicine and Health Sciences

18. Master of Integrative Medicine (MIM)

• HMHS 2010: Foundations of Integrative Medicine (3)

• HMHS 2022: Mind-Body Medicine & Spirituality (3)

• HMHS 2034: Herbal & Nutritional Therapies (3)

• HMHS 2046: Evidence-Based Complementary Practices (3)

• HMHS 2058: Clinical Practicum in Integrative Care (6)

19. Master of Public Health and Community Wellness (MPHCW)

• HMHS 2110: Global Health & Social Determinants (3)

• HMHS 2122: Epidemiology & Biostatistics (3)

• HMHS 2134: Health Equity & Policy (3)

• HMHS 2146: Community-Based Health Interventions (3)

• HMHS 2158: Capstone in Public Health Leadership (6)

20. Master of Nursing Leadership & Holistic Practice (MNLHP)

• HMHS 2210: Advanced Nursing Theory (3)

• HMHS 2222: Holistic & Patient-Centered Care (3)

• HMHS 2234: Health Systems Leadership (3)

• HMHS 2246: Evidence-Based Practice & Research (3)

• HMHS 2258: Nursing Leadership Capstone (6)

🎓 Doctoral and Ph.D. Programs

School of Social Justice and Community Development

1. Doctor of Social Justice and Policy Transformation (DSJPT) – Applied Doctorate

• Duration: 3–4 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (research + community fieldwork)

• Careers: Policy reform leader, government advisor, NGO director, social justice think tank fellow.

Courses:

• SJCD 8101: Advanced Theories of Social Justice (3)

• SJCD 8203: Policy Transformation Strategies (3)

• SJCD 8305: Qualitative & Quantitative Research in Social Equity (3)

• SJCD 8407: Global Comparative Policy Analysis (3)

• SJCD 8510: Dissertation Research I (6)

• SJCD 8612: Dissertation Research II (6)

2. Ph.D. in Community Development and Equity Studies (PhD-CDES) – Research Doctorate

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: In-person or Hybrid

• Careers: Professor, research scientist, policy analyst, UN/World Bank community development expert.

Courses:

• SJCD 9101: Epistemologies of Community Development (3)

• SJCD 9203: Advanced Research Methods in Social Justice (3)

• SJCD 9305: Equity, Race & Public Policy (3)

• SJCD 9407: Seminar in Global Development (3)

• SJCD 9510: Dissertation Proposal Seminar (6)

• SJCD 9612: Dissertation Writing & Defense (12)

School of Cultural Studies and Liberal Arts

3. Doctor of Arts in Africana and Diaspora Studies (DA-ADS)

• Duration: 3–4 years

• Delivery: In-person or Hybrid (archival and field research needed)

• Careers: University professor, cultural institute director, diversity/equity consultant, museum or heritage foundation leader.

Courses:

• CULA 8101: Advanced Africana Histories & Theories (3)

• CULA 8203: Diaspora Studies & Global Black Thought (3)

• CULA 8305: Research Methods in Cultural Studies (3)

• CULA 8407: Seminar in Literature, Arts, & Resistance (3)

• CULA 8510: Dissertation/Creative Project I (6)

• CULA 8612: Dissertation/Creative Project II (6)

4. Ph.D. in Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Preservation (PhD-IKCP)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (requires community-engaged research)

• Careers: Indigenous scholar, cultural preservationist, curriculum developer, UNESCO consultant, policy researcher.

Courses:

• CULA 9101: Indigenous Epistemologies & Methodologies (3)

• CULA 9203: Advanced Oral Traditions & Storytelling (3)

• CULA 9305: Cultural Archives and Memory Studies (3)

• CULA 9407: Seminar in Language Revitalization (3)

• CULA 9510: Dissertation Proposal Seminar (6)

• CULA 9612: Dissertation Writing & Defense (12)

School of Science, Technology, and Innovation

5. Doctor of Technology and Innovation Leadership (DTIL) – Professional Doctorate

• Duration: 3 years accelerated / 4 years part-time

• Delivery: 100% Online or Hybrid

• Careers: CTO, tech policy advisor, innovation director, cybersecurity consultant.

Courses:

• STI 8101: Emerging Tech Frontiers (AI, Blockchain, Quantum) (3)

• STI 8203: Innovation Management & Strategy (3)

• STI 8305: Cybersecurity, Ethics & Governance (3)

• STI 8407: Technology for Social Good (3)

• STI 8510: Applied Research Project (6)

• STI 8612: Dissertation/Innovation Lab Defense (6)

6. Ph.D. in Environmental Sustainability and Applied Sciences (PhD-ESAS)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (lab + field research required)

• Careers: Environmental scientist, research professor, climate change policy analyst, sustainability director.

Courses:

• STI 9101: Advanced Climate & Earth Systems Science (3)

• STI 9203: Quantitative Environmental Research (3)

• STI 9305: Sustainable Innovation & Technology (3)

• STI 9407: Seminar in Global Sustainability Policy (3)

• STI 9510: Dissertation Research I (6)

• STI 9612: Dissertation Research II & Defense (12)

School of Business and Entrepreneurship

7. Doctor of Business Administration – Social Impact (DBA-SI)

• Duration: 3 years

• Delivery: 100% Online, Hybrid, or In-person

• Careers: Social enterprise CEO, business strategist, CSR director, entrepreneurship educator.

Courses:

• BUS 8101: Advanced Strategy & Competitive Advantage (3)

• BUS 8203: Finance & Impact Investing (3)

• BUS 8305: Leadership in Global Social Enterprises (3)

• BUS 8407: Advanced Research in Social Entrepreneurship (3)

• BUS 8510: Applied Doctoral Project (6)

• BUS 8612: Dissertation/Defense (6)

8. Ph.D. in Cooperative Economics and Community Development (PhD-CECD)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: Hybrid

• Careers: Economist, researcher, professor, UN development advisor, cooperative movement leader.

Courses:

• BUS 9101: Advanced Political Economy of Cooperatives (3)

• BUS 9203: Research Methods in Economics (3)

• BUS 9305: Comparative Models of Community Wealth (3)

• BUS 9407: Seminar in Economic Justice & Development (3)

• BUS 9510: Dissertation Seminar (6)

• BUS 9612: Dissertation & Oral Defense (12)

School of Education and Human Development

9. Doctor of Education in Leadership and Policy (Ed.D-LP) – Applied Doctorate

• Duration: 3 years

• Delivery: Online or Hybrid

• Careers: Superintendent, university dean, educational policy leader, NGO director.

Courses:

• EDHD 8101: Leadership Theory & Organizational Change (3)

• EDHD 8203: Equity & Social Justice in Education (3)

• EDHD 8305: Research Methods in Leadership Studies (3)

• EDHD 8407: Global Policy Analysis in Education (3)

• EDHD 8510: Applied Doctoral Project (6)

• EDHD 8612: Dissertation/Defense (6)

10. Ph.D. in Multicultural and Inclusive Education (PhD-MIE)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: Hybrid or In-person

• Careers: University researcher, equity consultant, curriculum policy analyst, education scholar.

Courses:

• EDHD 9101: Theories of Multicultural Education (3)

• EDHD 9203: Critical Pedagogy & Global Education (3)

• EDHD 9305: Advanced Qualitative & Quantitative Research (3)

• EDHD 9407: Seminar in Inclusive Curriculum Studies (3)

• EDHD 9510: Dissertation Proposal Seminar (6)

• EDHD 9612: Dissertation Writing & Defense (12)

School of Divinity and Religious Sciences

11. Doctor of Ministry in Hebrew Leadership (D.Min-HL) – Applied Doctorate

• Duration: 3–4 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (local ministry fieldwork required)

• Careers: Pastor, denominational leader, community faith leader, chaplain, spiritual formation director.

Courses:

• DIV 8101: Hebrew Biblical Exegesis (3)

• DIV 8203: Advanced Pastoral Leadership (3)

• DIV 8305: Theology & Social Justice (3)

• DIV 8407: Ministry Innovation & Community Engagement (3)

• DIV 8510: Applied Doctoral Project (6)

• DIV 8612: Dissertation/Defense (6)

12. Ph.D. in Theological Studies & Ethics (PhD-TSE)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: In-person or Hybrid

• Careers: Seminary professor, ethics scholar, interfaith advisor, academic theologian.

Courses:

• DIV 9101: Advanced Theologies of Liberation (3)

• DIV 9203: Biblical Ethics in Context (3)

• DIV 9305: Comparative Theology & Religion (3)

• DIV 9407: Research Seminar in Global Faith & Justice (3)

• DIV 9510: Dissertation Seminar (6)

• DIV 9612: Dissertation & Defense (12)

13. Doctor of Theology in Covenantal Theology (Th.D-CT)

Applied Professional Doctorate

• Duration: 3–4 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (online seminars + in-person theological colloquia + ministry-based practicum)

• Target Students: Senior pastors, teachers, Hebrew scholars, ministry leaders

• Career Paths: Seminary professor, biblical scholar, denominational leader, theological educator, author.

Core Courses:

• DIV 8201: Covenantal Theology and the Hebrew Scriptures (3)

• DIV 8203: The Covenants from Adam to Yahawashi (Messiah) (3)

• DIV 8305: Theology of Promise, Law, and Fulfillment (3)

• DIV 8307: Covenantal Theology and the Nations (3)

• DIV 8409: Advanced Hermeneutics in Covenant Studies (3)

• DIV 8411: Theology of Land, People, and Kingdom (3)

• DIV 8515: Doctoral Seminar in Covenantal Theology (3)

• DIV 8618: Applied Ministry Project in Covenantal Theology (6)

• DIV 8720: Doctoral Dissertation (12)

14. Ph.D. in Historical Theology (PhD-HT)

Research-Oriented Doctorate

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: In-person or Hybrid (requires archival, linguistic, and historical research)

• Target Students: Future professors, research scholars, historians of theology

• Career Paths: Research professor, theological historian, academic author, seminary scholar, curriculum developer.

Core Courses:

• DIV 9101: Foundations of Historical Theology: Early Church to Reformation (3)

• DIV 9103: Post-Reformation and Modern Theology (3)

• DIV 9205: Hebrew Roots of Early Christian Thought (3)

• DIV 9207: Patristics and Covenantal Continuities (3)

• DIV 9309: Research Methods in Historical Theology (3)

• DIV 9311: Seminar: Theology in the African and Jewish Diaspora (3)

• DIV 9413: Global Historical Theologies and Decolonial Perspectives (3)

• DIV 9515: Dissertation Proposal Development (6)

• DIV 9620: Doctoral Dissertation in Historical Theology (12)

15. Ph.D. in Covenantal Theology (PhD-CT)

Research Doctorate

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: Hybrid (textual research + field application in faith communities)

• Target Students: Those pursuing academic scholarship in biblical covenants with specialization in Hebrew studies.

• Career Paths: Covenant theology researcher, seminary lecturer, exegetical scholar, author, interfaith academic consultant.

Core Courses:

• DIV 9110: Historical Development of Covenant Theology (3)

• DIV 9112: Covenants and Prophetic Fulfillment (3)

• DIV 9214: Hebrew Linguistics and Exegesis for Covenantal Studies (3)

• DIV 9216: Theological Anthropology in Covenant Perspective (3)

• DIV 9318: Covenantal Theology and Eschatology (3)

• DIV 9320: Comparative Covenantal Frameworks: Judaism, Christianity, Islam (3)

• DIV 9422: Seminar on Covenant, Law, and Grace (3)

• DIV 9524: Dissertation Proposal Seminar (6)

• DIV 9626: Doctoral Dissertation in Covenantal Theology (12)

Institute of Holistic Medicine and Health Sciences

16. Doctor of Public Health and Integrative Medicine (DrPH-IM) – Applied Doctorate

• Duration: 3 years

• Delivery: Hybrid or Online (practicum can be local)

• Careers: Public health director, global health advisor, wellness program director, NGO health strategist.

Courses:

• HMHS 8101: Public Health Leadership & Systems (3)

• HMHS 8203: Advanced Epidemiology & Biostatistics (3)

• HMHS 8305: Integrative Medicine in Public Health (3)

• HMHS 8407: Global Health Equity & Policy (3)

• HMHS 8510: Applied Doctoral Project (6)

• HMHS 8612: Dissertation/Defense (6)

17. Ph.D. in Integrative Medicine and Holistic Health (PhD-IMHH)

• Duration: 4–5 years

• Delivery: In-person or Hybrid (requires clinical/lab research)

• Careers: Research scientist, academic professor, naturopathic innovator, medical policy researcher.

Courses:

• HMHS 9101: Foundations of Integrative Research (3)

• HMHS 9203: Advanced Biostatistics & Clinical Trials (3)

• HMHS 9305: Holistic Therapies & Evidence-Based Practice (3)

• HMHS 9407: Seminar in Global Integrative Medicine (3)

• HMHS 9510: Dissertation Proposal Seminar (6)

• HMHS 9612: Dissertation Research & Defense (12)

Advanced Degree Programs