Doctor of
Women Leadership (DWL)
Empowering Women to Lead with Wisdom, Faith, and Vision
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Conduct original scholarly research.
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Influence the Church and the world.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Women Leadership (DWL) is an advanced doctoral program designed to develop women as biblically grounded, spiritually mature, and academically equipped leaders for ministry, education, missions, and community transformation. The program integrates biblical theology, leadership theory, research, mentoring, and practical ministry to prepare graduates for influential leadership, scholarly contribution, organizational development, and the advancement of God's Kingdom in diverse cultural and global contexts.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Leadership Excellence
Strategic Ministry Leadership
Advanced Research Competence
Ethical Decision Making
Transformational Women Mentoring
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DWL 701
- DWL 702
- DWL 703
- Advanced Biblical Theology of Women in Leadership (3)
- Women Leadership and Ecclesial Governance (3)
- Advanced Dynamic Research Methodology in Women Leadership Studies I (3)
Semester 2
- DWL 704
- DWL 705
- DWL 706
- Women in Mission and Global Ministry Movements (3)
- Preaching, Teaching, and Prophetic Voices of Women Leaders (3)
- Advanced Qualitative Research Method & Resource Analysis in Women Leadership Studies II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DWL 711
- DWL 712
- DWL 713
- Strategic Leadership and Advocacy for Women in the Church (3)
- Networking and Partnerships for Women Leaders (3)
- Contemporary Challenges to Women Leadership in Ministry and Society (3)
Semester 2
- DWL 714
- DWL 715
- DWL 716
- Spiritual Formation, Ethics, and Integrity of Women Leaders (3)
- Women Leadership Practicum I (Supervised Ministry) (3)
- Women Leadership Practicum II (Community Engagement and Empowerment) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DWL 801
- DWL 802
- DWL 803
- DWL 804
- Advanced Seminar in Women Leadership (3)
- Women Leadership Theological Colloquium (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DWL 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: Women Leadership
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must hold a Master of Women Leadership, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Women's Ministry Director
- Seminary Professor
- Leadership Consultant
- Mission Director
- Christian Author
- Ministry Administrator
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated women leadership ministry impact project (leadership development, advocacy networks, church/mission empowerment initiative).
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