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 Bachelor of Church Management (B.Ch.M) is a comprehensive undergraduate program designed to prepare students for effective leadership, administration, and management within churches and Christian organizations. The program integrates biblical principles, organizational leadership, financial stewardship, ministry administration, and strategic planning to equip graduates for responsible and Christ-centered service. Students develop practical skills in church operations, leadership development, team management, communication, and ministry administration while gaining a strong theological and ethical foundation. The program prepares future leaders to manage churches, ministries, and faith-based organizations with wisdom, integrity, and excellence.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Biblical Leadership Principles
- Ministry Management Competence
- Financial Stewardship Practices
- Church Administration Competence
- Strategic Planning Abilities
- Organizational Leadership Development
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 101 |
Introduction to Church Management |
3 |
|
BCM 102 |
Principles of Leadership & Administration |
3 |
|
BCM 103 |
Introduction to Theology |
3 |
|
BCM 104 |
Church History I (Early Church to Middle Ages) |
3 |
|
BCM 105 |
Organizational Communication in Ministry |
3 |
|
BCM 106 |
Christian Ethics & Governance |
2 |
Semester 2 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 107 |
Financial Management for Churches |
3 |
|
BCM 108 |
Human Resource Management in Ministry |
3 |
|
BCM 109 |
Pastoral Care & Counseling |
3 |
|
BCM 110 |
Church Administration & Policy |
3 |
|
BCM 111 |
Fundraising & Stewardship |
2 |
|
BCM 112 |
Information & Technology for Church Leaders |
3 |
Semester 3 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 201 |
Strategic Planning for Churches |
3 |
|
BCM 202 |
Church Growth & Development |
3 |
|
BCM 203 |
Conflict Resolution & Mediation |
3 |
|
BCM 204 |
Project Management in Ministry |
3 |
|
BES 205 |
Research & Analytical Methods |
3 |
|
BCM 206 |
Social & Community Development |
2 |
Semester 4 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BES 207 |
Marketing & Communication in Ministry |
3 |
|
BCM 208 |
Risk Management & Legal Issues in Churches |
3 |
|
BCM 209 |
Worship Leadership & Liturgy |
2 |
|
BCM 210 |
Contemporary Church Trends |
3 |
|
BCM 211 |
Elective I (Evangelism / Discipleship) |
3 |
|
BCM 212 |
Elective II (Women’s Ministry / Youth Leadership) |
3 |
Semester 5 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 301 |
Church Planting & Expansion Strategies |
3 |
|
BCM 302 |
Leadership Development Programs |
3 |
|
BCM 303 |
Financial Planning & Accountability |
3 |
|
BCM 304 |
Volunteer Management |
2 |
|
BCM 305 |
Cross-Cultural Ministry |
3 |
|
BCM 306 |
Elective III (Mission Strategies / Outreach) |
3 |
Semester 6 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 307 |
Policy Development & Governance |
3 |
|
BCM 308 |
Crisis Management in Churches |
3 |
|
BCM 309 |
Evaluation & Impact Assessment |
3 |
|
BCM 310 |
Legal & Ethical Issues in Ministry |
2 |
|
BCM 311 |
Elective IV (Interfaith Dialogue / Environmental Stewardship) |
3 |
|
BCM 312 |
Capstone Preparation & Research Skills |
3 |
Semester 7 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 401 |
Contemporary Church Management Challenges |
3 |
|
BCM 402 |
Strategic Leadership & Vision Casting |
3 |
|
BCM 403 |
Advanced Pastoral Administration |
3 |
|
BCM 404 |
Fundraising Campaigns & Donor Relations |
3 |
|
BCM 405 |
Capstone Thesis / Major Project I |
3 |
|
BCM 406 |
Elective V (Church Planting / Global Missions) |
2 |
Semester 8 (17 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
BCM 407 |
Capstone Thesis / Major Project II |
4 |
|
BCM 408 |
Change Management in Ministry |
3 |
|
BCM 409 |
Strategic Outreach & Community Engagement |
3 |
|
BCM 410 |
Elective VI (Leadership in 10/40 Window / Multicultural Ministry) |
3 |
|
BCM 411 |
Elective VII (Technology & Innovation in Ministry) |
4 |
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 136
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 Medium
Department: Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty: Church Management
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Diploma of Church Management, or equivalent from an approved institution.
Program Fees
Per Semester
USD $800
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 136 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a Bachelor’s thesis / major research project (15,000–20,000 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.
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Church Administrator
- Ministry Coordinator
- Church Manager
- Executive Pastor
- Ministry Director
- Nonprofit Administrator
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