Doctorate in Ministry

Overview of the Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Program​

​The Doctor of Ministry program is a professional program intended for men and women actively engaged in full time Christian ministry. The twenty-four credit program takes a minimum of three years to complete, with most students taking four years to graduate. The program provides an advanced understanding and integration of ministry in relation to missional theology, ecclesiology, and careful study of issues related to culture and context.

Students develop advanced skills and competencies for missional leadership and complete a doctoral-level project that contributes new knowledge and understanding of the practice of ministry. The program seeks to foster spiritual, professional, and vocational competencies that enable missional leaders to be sensitive and responsive to the contexts of their ministries.
Why pursue a Doctor of Ministry degree?

The DMin degree is a professional degree that advances ministry expertise and leadership. The equivalent of the Doctor of Ministry in other professions are, for example, Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD), and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD).

Pastors with the DMin degree have demonstrated the ability to reflect on advanced theological and biblical studies and apply them to the challenges of church leadership in their specific context. Earning an advanced professional degree such as the DMin means that the students have prepared themselves to accept new challenges and opportunities for the Kingdom and as the Spirit leads.
Why a DMin Degree from Biblical?

Through advanced study in the DMin program you will:

Deepen your understanding and skill for doing missional ministry in the local church or other ministry context
Learn from respected experts and practitioners in missional ministry
Study and apply contextually sensitive material
Continue making a positive impact throughout your ministry leadership