Doctor of
Pastoral Ministry (D.P.Min.)
Advancing Pastoral Leadership for Faithful and Transformative Ministry
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Pastoral Ministry (D.P.Min.) is an advanced professional doctoral program designed to strengthen experienced pastors, ministry leaders, and Christian servants in biblical leadership, pastoral care, theological reflection, and ministry effectiveness. The program integrates advanced biblical scholarship, practical ministry, leadership development, and applied research to equip graduates for faithful pastoral leadership, church renewal, disciple-making, and Kingdom-focused ministry in diverse cultural and ecclesial contexts.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Advanced Pastoral Leadership
Biblical Shepherding Excellence
Practical Ministry Skills
Theological Research Competence
Church Leadership Development
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DPM 701
- DPM 702
- DPM 703
- Advanced Biblical Theology of Pastoral Ministry (3)
- Pastoral Leadership and Church Governance (3)
- Advanced Dynamic Research Methodology in Pastoral Studies I (3)
Semester 2
- DPM 704
- DPM 705
- DPM 706
- Theology of Shepherding and Care (3)
- Advanced Homiletics and Pastoral Preaching (3)
- Advanced Qualitative Research Method & Resource Analysis in Pastoral Studies II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DPM 711
- DPM 712
- DPM 713
- Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care (3)
- Pastoral Ministry in Contemporary Contexts (3)
- Ethical and Theological Challenges in Pastoral Leadership (3)
Semester 2
- DPM 714
- DPM 715
- DPM 716
- Pastoral Spiritual Formation and Ministerial Ethics (3)
- Pastoral Leadership Practicum I (Supervised Ministry) (3)
- Pastoral Leadership Practicum II (Community Engagement) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DPM 801
- DPM 802
- DPM 803
- DPM 804
- Advanced Seminar in Pastoral Theology and Leadership (3)
- Pastoral Ministry Colloquium (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DPM 805
- Dissertation Research and Writing (12)
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 3–5 years
Total Credit Hours: 60 (post-master’s level)
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: Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty: Pastoral Ministry
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Master of Pastoral Ministry, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Senior Pastor
- Pastoral Consultant
- Ministry Director
- Seminary Lecturer
- Church Leadership Coach
- Mission Organization Leader
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated pastoral ministry impact project (church revitalization, community transformation, counseling program, or leadership development initiative).
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