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Master of Arts in Cross Cultural Studies

Degree Overview

Vocational Calling

To serve in any field missions position while simultaneously developing more perfect knowledge and skill in performing cross cultural mission tasks with excellence.

For further information, please contact:

  • Dr. Greg Mathias (Program Supervisor)

  • Dr. Ken Taylor (Program Coordinator/Advisor)

Program Requirements

Master of Arts Core (27 hours)

Biblical Studies (12 hours)

course

hours

Interpreting the Old Testament 1

3

Interpreting the Old Testament 2

3

Interpreting the New Testament 1

3

Interpreting the New Testament 2

3

Theological/Historical Studies (9 hours)

course

hours

Systematic Theology 1

3

Systematic Theology 2 

3

Baptist Heritage

3

Applied Ministry Studies (6 hours)
*One course from the Applied Ministry Studies section must be taken in a mentoring format

course

hours

Evangelism (M)

OR

Christian Missions (M)

3

Discipleship and Spiritual Formation (M)

3

Cross-Cultural Core (12 hours)

course

hours

Theology and Philosophy of Missions

OR

Contemporary Mission Methods and Movements 

3

Intercultural Communication

3

Select 6 hours from any MISS courses

6

Total Required: 39 hours

(M) Indicates course is available in a mentoring format, as well as other formats.

*One course from the Applied Ministry Studies section must be taken in a mentoring format.