Christian Leadership Certificate

Survey of Ministry Leadership

This course provides a new framework of what “leadership” entails while developing an understanding of personal leadership strengths and weaknesses. Particular emphasis is placed on getting a sound grasp of good leadership practice and developing the ability to apply such knowledge to ministry situations.

Organizational Leadership

The course examines a Biblical approach to local church organizations and provides students with key factors that contribute to organizational success. Students will develop skills to effectively analyze and navigate current and future organizational structures through properly defining organization, and leadership, and distinguishing the difference between leadership and management.

Philosophies of Leadership

This course examines the theories and models of leadership and followership. Students will develop an understanding of the skills and knowledge to best address leadership opportunities now and in the future. Particular emphasis is placed on selecting and deploying good leadership practices in various settings.

Team Dynamics

The course focuses on the role of God in ministry teams, the challenges faced by leadership in communication, and how trust affects teams with an eye toward creating Christian teams that are led by God and change the world.

Theology Elective

Select any Theology course already offered by Indiana Bible College Online Learning.