DIPLOMA OF
PASTORAL MINISTRY (DIP.PM)
Forming Shepherds for Faithful and Effective Ministry
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 Pastoral Ministry, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty
Pastoral Ministry
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
Pastor
Associate Pastor
Church Leader
Christian Counselor
Discipleship Coordinator
Ministry Director
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of Pastoral Ministry (Dip.PM) is a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for effective pastoral leadership, biblical teaching, and shepherding ministry within the local church. This program integrates biblical studies, pastoral care, leadership development, and practical ministry training to equip believers for faithful service in preaching, discipleship, counseling, and church leadership.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Teaching Skills
Pastoral Care Leadership
Christian Counseling Foundations
Church Leadership Development
Spiritual Formation Growth
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DPM 101 |
Introduction to Pastoral Ministry |
3 |
|
DPM 102 |
Biblical Foundations for Ministry |
3 |
|
DPM 103 |
Spiritual Formation and Personal Devotion |
2 |
|
DPM 104 |
Communication and Public Speaking for Ministry |
2 |
|
DPM 105 |
Introduction to Counseling in Ministry |
3 |
|
DPM 106 |
Ministry Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DPM 111 |
Old Testament Survey |
3 |
|
DPM 112 |
New Testament Survey |
3 |
|
DPM 113 |
Leadership Principles for Pastors |
3 |
|
DPM 114 |
Church History I (Early Church to Reformation) |
3 |
|
DPM 115 |
Pastoral Ethics |
2 |
|
DPM 116 |
Ministry Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DPM 201 |
Pastoral Care and Counseling |
3 |
|
DPM 202 |
Homiletics: Preparing and Delivering Sermons |
3 |
|
DPM 203 |
Systematic Theology I (God, Christ, Holy Spirit) |
3 |
|
DPM 204 |
Church History II (Modern Era) |
3 |
|
DPM 205 |
Administration and Management of Church Ministry |
2 |
|
DPM 206 |
Ministry Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
DPM 211 |
Evangelism and Mission Strategies |
3 |
|
DPM 212 |
Systematic Theology II (Salvation, Church, Last Things) |
3 |
|
DPM 213 |
Conflict Resolution and Pastoral Leadership |
3 |
|
DPM 214 |
Discipleship and Mentoring Ministry |
3 |
|
DPM 215 |
Research and Writing for Ministry |
2 |
|
DPM 216 |
Ministry Practicum IV |
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.
