Doctor of
Youth Ministry (DYM)
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Youth Ministry (DYM) is an advanced doctoral program designed to equip experienced ministry leaders with biblical, theological, and practical expertise for effective youth discipleship and leadership. The program integrates advanced research, pastoral ministry, leadership development, counseling, and contemporary youth culture to prepare graduates for impactful ministry in churches, educational institutions, and global mission contexts.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Youth Leadership
Advanced Ministry Research
Youth Discipleship Strategies
Pastoral Counseling Skills
Transformational Leadership Development
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DYM 701
- DYM 702
- DYM 703
- Advanced Biblical Theology of Youth and Next-Generation Ministry (3)
- Youth Leadership and Organizational Governance (3)
- Advanced Dynamic Research Methodology in Youth Ministry Studies I (3)
Semester 2
- DYM 704
- DYM 705
- DYM 706
- Youth Culture, Global Trends, and Generational Shifts (3)
- Theological Foundations of Youth Preaching and Teaching (3)
- Advanced Qualitative Research Method & Resource Analysis in Youth Ministry II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DYM 711
- DYM 712
- DYM 713
- Strategies for Youth Evangelism and Discipleship (3)
- Family Systems, Mentorship, and Intergenerational Ministry (3)
- Contemporary Challenges in Global Youth Ministry (Addictions, Digital Culture, Identity) (3)
Semester 2
- DYM 714
- DYM 715
- DYM 716
- Youth Spiritual Formation and Ministerial Ethics (3)
- Youth Ministry Practicum I (Supervised Ministry) (3)
- Youth Ministry Practicum II (Community Engagement & Social Impact) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DYM 801
- DYM 802
- DYM 803
- DYM 804
- Advanced Seminar in Youth Leadership and Ministry Innovation (3)
- Colloquium on Theology of the Next Generation (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DYM 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: Youth Ministry
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Master of Youth Ministry, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Youth Pastor
- Ministry Director
- Christian Educator
- Leadership Consultant
- Missionary Trainer
- Seminary Professor
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated youth ministry impact project (youth discipleship movement, family ministry model, or community transformation initiative).
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