DIPLOMA OF
BIBLICAL ECONOMICS (DIP.BE)
Integrating Biblical Wisdom with Economic Principles
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 Biblical Economics, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $500
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Theological and Biblical Studies
Faculty
Biblical Economics
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
Financial Steward
Ministry Administrator
Christian Educator
Church Treasurer
Nonprofit Coordinator
Business Consultant
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Biblical Economics (Dip.BE) is a comprehensive academic program designed to provide students with a biblical understanding of economics, stewardship, wealth, work, generosity, and financial management. This program integrates biblical theology with economic principles to help students develop ethical decision-making skills, responsible stewardship practices, and a Christ-centered approach to personal, organizational, and community economics. Graduates will be equipped to apply biblical economic principles in ministry, business, education, and everyday life.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Economic Principles
Christian Financial Stewardship
Ethical Decision Making
Kingdom Resource Management
Faith-Based Economics
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DBE 101 |
Introduction to Biblical Economics |
3 |
|
DBE 102 |
Old Testament Economic Principles |
3 |
|
DBE 103 |
Stewardship and Financial Faithfulness I |
3 |
|
DBE 104 |
Spiritual Formation and Kingdom Finances |
2 |
|
DBE 105 |
English for Theological & Economic Studies I |
2 |
|
DBE 106 |
Ministry Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DBE 111 |
Economic Justice in the Pentateuch |
3 |
|
DBE 112 |
Teachings of Jesus on Wealth and Possessions |
3 |
|
DBE 113 |
Stewardship and Financial Faithfulness II |
3 |
|
DBE 114 |
Church History and Economics I (Early to Medieval) |
3 |
|
DBE 115 |
English for Theological & Economic Studies II |
2 |
|
DBE 116 |
Ministry Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DBE 201 |
Prophets on Justice, Wealth, and Poverty |
3 |
|
DBE 202 |
Pauline Perspectives on Work and Giving |
3 |
|
DBE 203 |
Systematic Theology of Economics I (God, Creation, Humanity) |
3 |
|
DBE 204 |
Church History and Economics II (Reformation to Modern) |
3 |
|
DBE 205 |
Homiletics in Biblical Economics |
2 |
|
DBE 206 |
Ministry Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DBE 211 |
Biblical Perspectives on Wealth in General Epistles & Revelation |
3 |
|
DBE 212 |
Systematic Theology of Economics II (Salvation, Church, Eschatology) |
3 |
|
DBE 213 |
Christian Ethics in Economics |
3 |
|
DBE 214 |
Pastoral Leadership in Economic Stewardship |
3 |
|
DBE 215 |
Research & Writing in Biblical Economics |
2 |
|
DBE 216 |
Ministry Practicum IV |
2 |
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