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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Missionary Leadership (D.Miss.Lead.) is an advanced doctoral program designed to develop visionary missionary leaders who can provide biblical, strategic, and transformational leadership in global missions. The program integrates advanced theological scholarship, missiological research, organizational leadership, and cross-cultural ministry to prepare graduates for leading mission agencies, churches, theological institutions, and international ministry initiatives with excellence, integrity, and Kingdom impact.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Strategic Mission Leadership
Cross-Cultural Engagement
Advanced Missiological Research
Organizational Ministry Leadership
Global Kingdom Vision
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DML 701
- DML 702
- DML 703
- Advanced Biblical Theology of Mission (3)
- Theology and Practice of Missionary Leadership (3)
- Advanced Dynamic Research Methodology in Missiological Studies I (3)
Semester 2
- DML 704
- DML 705
- DML 706
- Global Mission and Cross-Cultural Movements (3)
- Missionary Communication, Preaching, and Contextualization (3)
- Advanced Qualitative Research Method & Resource Analysis in Missiological Studies II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DML 711
- DML 712
- DML 713
- Missionary Church Planting and Multiplication Strategies (3)
- Global Partnerships, Networks, and Mission Agencies (3)
- Contemporary Challenges in Missionary Leadership (3)
Semester 2
- DML 714
- DML 715
- DML 716
- Missionary Spiritual Formation and Ethical Leadership (3)
- Missionary Leadership Practicum I (Supervised Cross-Cultural Ministry) (3)
- Missionary Leadership Practicum II (Community Development & Engagement) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DML 801
- DML 802
- DML 803
- DML 804
- Advanced Seminar in Missionary Leadership (3)
- Missiological Theology Colloquium (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DML 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: Missionary Leadership
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must hold a Master of Missionary Leadership, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Missionary Leader
- Church Missions Pastor
- Seminary Professor
- Mission Director
- Mission Agency Executive
- Ministry Consultant
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated missionary leadership impact project (cross-cultural church planting, mission training network, or community transformation initiative).
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