2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of Missionary Leadership, or an equivalent qualification from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty
Missionary Leadership
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Missionary Leader
Mission Coordinator
Church Planter
Discipleship Director
Ministry Administrator
Cross-Cultural Missionary
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Missionary Leadership (Dip.ML) is a comprehensive academic program designed to develop effective Christian leaders for missionary service in diverse cultural and ministry contexts. This program integrates biblical leadership principles, mission strategy, cross-cultural ministry, discipleship, and practical leadership training to prepare students for impactful service in local churches, mission organizations, and global outreach ministries.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Missionary Leadership Principles
Cross-Cultural Ministry Skills
Strategic Mission Planning
Discipleship Leadership Development
Biblical Leadership Practice
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DML 101 |
Introduction to Missionary Leadership |
3 |
|
DML 102 |
Biblical Foundations for Missions |
3 |
|
DML 103 |
Cross-Cultural Communication & Contextualization |
3 |
|
DML 104 |
Spiritual Formation and Disciplines for Mission |
2 |
|
DML 105 |
English for Missionary Studies I |
2 |
|
DML 106 |
Ministry Practicum I (Local Outreach) |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DML 111 |
History of Christian Missions I (Early Church to 1500 AD) |
3 |
|
DML 112 |
Life and Teachings of Jesus in Mission Perspective |
3 |
|
DML 113 |
Theology of Mission I |
3 |
|
DML 114 |
Missional Evangelism Strategies |
3 |
|
DML 115 |
English for Missionary Studies II |
2 |
|
DML 116 |
Ministry Practicum II (Community Engagement) |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DML 201 |
History of Christian Missions II (1500 AD to Modern) |
3 |
|
DML 202 |
Contextual Theology and Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
|
DML 203 |
Theology of Mission II (Church Planting & Discipleship) |
3 |
|
DML 204 |
Leadership in Mission Organizations |
3 |
|
DML 205 |
Homiletics for Missionary Settings |
2 |
|
DML 206 |
Ministry Practicum III (Short-Term Mission Fieldwork) |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DML 211 |
Mission Strategy and Project Management |
3 |
|
DML 212 |
Contemporary Global Mission Challenges |
3 |
|
DML 213 |
Christian Ethics in Cross-Cultural Context |
3 |
|
DML 214 |
Pastoral Care and Leadership in Mission |
3 |
|
DML 215 |
Research & Writing for Mission Projects |
2 |
|
DML 216 |
Ministry Practicum IV (Long-Term Mission Engagement) |
2 |
Ready to Take the Next Step in Ministry?
Develop biblical knowledge, ministry competence, and leadership excellence through our Diploma Program designed for meaningful Kingdom impact.
