MASTER OF
CHURCH PLANTING (M.C.P.)
Preparing Leaders to Establish and Multiply Healthy Churches
Study from anywhere in the world at your own pace.
Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.
Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.
Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.
Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Church Planting (M.C.P.) is an advanced graduate program designed to prepare Christian leaders, pastors, and missionaries for effective church planting and multiplication ministries in diverse cultural and ministry contexts. The program integrates biblical theology, missiology, leadership development, strategic planning, and practical ministry experience to equip students for establishing, leading, and multiplying healthy churches. Through research, ministry application, and contextual engagement, students develop the skills necessary to advance the Great Commission and strengthen emerging Christian communities locally and globally.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Church Planting Strategies
Missional Leadership Skills
Biblical Ministry Foundations
Cultural Engagement Methods
Discipleship Multiplication Principles
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 – Foundations of Church Planting and Biblical Leadership (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MCP-501 |
Principles of Biblical Church Planting |
3 |
|
MCP-502 |
Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics |
3 |
|
MCP-503 |
Leadership in Church History |
3 |
|
MCP-504 |
Research Methodology for Ministry |
3 |
Semester 2 – Theological Foundations and Ministry Skills (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MCP-511 |
Old Testament Foundations for Ministry |
3 |
|
MCP-512 |
New Testament Foundations for Ministry |
3 |
|
MCP-513 |
Christian Ethics and Pastoral Leadership |
3 |
|
MCP-514 |
Ministry Practicum I |
3 |
Semester 3 – Applied Church Planting and Leadership (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MCP-521 |
Contemporary Issues in Church Planting |
3 |
|
MCP-522 |
Leadership, Administration & Strategic Planning |
3 |
|
MCP-523 |
Evangelism and Discipleship Strategies |
3 |
|
MCP-524 |
Elective (Choose One): Missiology / Urban Church Planting / Intercultural Ministry |
3 |
Semester 4 – Research and Advanced Ministry (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MCP-531 |
Thesis / Major Research Project (25,000–35,000 words) |
6 |
|
MCP-532 |
Ministry Practicum II |
3 |
|
MCP-533 |
Elective (Choose One): Pastoral Counseling / Church Growth Models / Advanced Homiletics |
3 |
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 48
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: Missiological Studies
Faculty: Church Planting
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Bachelor of Church Planting or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1200
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Mission Pastor
- Church Planter
- Discipleship Coordinator
- Missions Coordinator
- Church Consultant
- Ministry Consultant
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 48 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a Master’s thesis / major research project (25,000–35,000 words).
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Demonstrated practical ministry impact project, such as:
o A church planting plan for a local or unreached community.
o A discipleship or leadership development program.
o A community outreach or social engagement initiative.
Advance Your Calling. Lead with Excellence.
Develop advanced knowledge, research competency, and ministry leadership through our master's degree programs designed to prepare Christian leaders for global service, academic excellence, and lasting Kingdom impact.
