The Doctor of Ministry degree program is designed to assist those in ministry in acquiring a specialty in a specific discipline. The courses in this program are practical and theological in nature rather than theoretical. The concentration of the degree will allow the graduate to have more options in being placed in ministry. Having acquired the normative skills for ministry, recipients of a Doctor of Ministry with concentration can also present themselves as specialists in a field as well as general practitioners. The Doctor of Ministry in Theological Studies degree program is designed for pastors and other Christian workers who want a greater understanding of theological themes for preaching, teaching or personal growth. Students who pursue this degree can increase their effectiveness as preachers, teachers and ministry associates in lay or licensed/ordained ministry. Students will be guided in creating a degree program that will match their needs and interests. The following are the requirements for the Doctor of Ministry in Theological Studies degree program, followed by an example of what a program will look like. The courses provide the core study for your major. For the Doctor of Ministry in Theological Studies, these courses may come from any course with a Prefix of OTS, NTS, CNS, CED, ECM, HCH, HIS, BUS, PTH, SYS, THE. Below is a sample of degree concentration courses. These may be switched and customized to meet your needs. Courses may be found in the course catalog on pages 53-70 • THE630 Hermeneutics: Interpreting the Bible (required) • OTS810 Major Prophets • NTS740 Johannine Literature • PTH805 Advanced Leadership Principles • THE702 Covenant of God • THE731 The Life and Journey of Paul • THE762 Apologetics • THE764 Bible Prophecy ELECTIVE COURSES – 6 CREDIT HOURS

• The courses provide the elective portion for your degree. These credits may be earned by selecting any two courses in any department of your choosing.
• If you would like more guidance, feel free to contact Student Affairs for assistance in planning a customized program to meet and fill your needs. DOCTORAL DISSERTATION OR PROJECT – 9 CREDIT HOURS
The Doctor of Ministry Program require every student to work through a 9 credit hour Doctoral Dissertation or Doctoral Project. This course serves as a final project for the Doctor of Ministry Program and integrates all of the previous knowledge and coursework that the student has acquired up to this point.