Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Ministry Leadership
Ministry Leadership is one of nine unique MBA concentrations offered by MVNU.
MVNU’s commitment to enlightening education is securely upheld by our Master of Business Administration program. The Ministry Leadership concentration provides MBA students with the skills to take on leadership roles within church and parachurch organizations. MBA faculty encourage and equip students to achieve personal and spiritual growth while gaining a practical, biblical, and theological understanding of ministry.
If you dream of being a guiding light in your church organization, an MBA with a concentration in Ministry Leadership may be right for you.
Ministry Leadership MBA Highlights
A Ministry MBA, especially one from an intentionally Christian university, will help you do business God’s way. Our accelerated online program can be completed anytime, anywhere.
Tuition & Cost
$498 per credit hour
Program Length
19 months*
Total Credit Hours
36
* Most students complete our programs within 19 months. However, we offer a Fast-Track MBA option that allows highly motivated students to earn their degrees in just 11 to 15 months. By taking two courses at once, you can earn your MBA quicker and dive into meaningful careers sooner.
Concentration Courses
MANG 6033
Change Management
A study of the role of the manager in the context of a changing environment. Special emphasis is given to current theories and strategies for leading an organization through transition. Students gain an understanding of management issues involved in implementing a major initiative, supervising staff and maintaining productivity despite resistance or personnel shifts, and sustaining commitment to new practices over time.
PGRW 6003
The Pastor as a Person
This course provides students with an inquiry into self-understanding, personal spiritual growth, and goal development for the practice of ministry. The course will examine Christian spiritual formation, both academically and experientially. This course will focus on the tools and disciplines that lead one to Christ-likeness as the goal of spiritual formation.
MINS 6033
The Church in the 21st Century
A study of biblical, historical, and contemporary understandings of the Church to develop insights and competencies in the practice of ministry.
Curriculum stats/highlights
Courses
| Core Courses | Credit Hours |
| Ethical Leadership | 3 |
| Managerial Economics | 3 |
| Marketing Management | 3 |
| Legal Issues in Management | 3 |
| Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| Global Business | 3 |
| Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| Corporate Finance | 3 |
| Strategic Management | 3 |
| Concentration Courses | Credit Hours |
| Change Management | 3 |
| The Church in the 21st Century | 3 |
| The Pastor as a Person | 3 |
| Total MBA Core Hours | 27 |
| + MBA Concentration* | 9 |
| Total MBA Hours | 36 |
How much will it all cost?
Tuition
$17,928
Credit Hours
36
Financial Aid
Apply for scholarships, loans, grants, and tuition reimbursement.
Get the Facts
20%
Lower tuition than comparable MBA programs
100%
Online
Careers
MBA in Ministry Leadership graduates demonstrate the ability to apply management principles to ministry organizations. Possible roles for MBA in Ministry leadership degree holders include:
- Pastor
- Associate pastor
- Church administrator
- Christian Business Consultant
We can help you explore majors, discover internships, and plan your future as a professional. Our advisors welcome students at all levels and offer personalized guidance tailored to individual needs. From resume and interview preparation to networking advice, MVNU advisors provide a host of resources that can help you achieve a rewarding career after graduation.
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