Doctor of
Music Ministry (D.M.M.)
Advancing Excellence in Worship, Music, and Ministry Leadership
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Music Ministry (D.M.M.) is an advanced doctoral program designed to develop accomplished Christian musicians, worship leaders, and ministry practitioners for excellence in biblical worship, music leadership, and scholarly ministry. The program integrates biblical theology, worship studies, music ministry, leadership, and applied research to prepare graduates for influential service in churches, seminaries, Christian universities, and global ministry contexts. Through rigorous academic study, practical ministry engagement, and original research, students will strengthen their ability to lead Christ-centered worship, equip worship teams, develop music ministries, and contribute to the advancement of biblical worship and sacred music within the worldwide Church.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Worship Leadership
Sacred Music Excellence
Ministry Research Skills
Worship Team Development
Christian Leadership Integration
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DMM 701
- DMM 702
- DMM 703
- Advanced Theology of Worship and Music (3)
- Philosophy and History of Sacred Music (3)
- Advanced Research Methodology in Musical Studies I (3)
Semester 2
- DMM 704
- DMM 705
- DMM 706
- Biblical Foundations of Music and Liturgy (3)
- Ethnomusicology and Global Worship Traditions (3)
- Advanced Qualitative Research in Music Ministry II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DMM 711
- DMM 712
- DMM 713
- Music Composition and Arrangement for Worship (3)
- Music Technology and Digital Worship Innovation (3)
- Contemporary Issues in Church Music and Worship (3)
Semester 2
- DMM 714
- DMM 715
- DMM 716
- Spiritual Formation of the Worship Leader (3)
- Musical Ministry Practicum I (Supervised Worship Leadership) (3)
- Musical Ministry Practicum II (Community & Cross-Cultural Engagement) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DMM 801
- DMM 802
- DMM 803
- DMM 804
- Advanced Seminar in Theology and Music (3)
- Worship, Music, and Cultural Hermeneutics Colloquium (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DMM 805
- Dissertation Research and Writing (12)
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 3–5 years
Total Credit Hours: 60 (post-master’s level)
Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System: Semester system (Distance Learning)
Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction: English
Department: Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty: Music Ministry
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Master of Music Ministry or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Worship Pastor
- Music Minister
- Seminary Professor
- Church Music Director
- Worship Consultant
- Christian Music Educator
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated musical ministry impact project (e.g., worship training institute, hymnals, cross-cultural music projects, digital worship resources).
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