MA in Religion – Leadership
Do you feel called to serve in leadership positions within religious organizations? We know leading God’s people presents unique challenges, and our Master of Arts in Religion – Leadership degree at Liberty University is designed to offer the support and practical resources you need for a successful ministry that furthers the kingdom of God.
Duration
2 years
Starting Date
August, January
Tuition Fee
$545 per credit
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
Further Your Ministry and the Kingdom of God with Our Master of Arts in Religion – Leadership Degree
The professors have real-world experience as pastors, missionaries, and women’s ministry leaders, and they are dedicated to mentoring you as you further your leadership and ministry skills.
Throughout our M.A.R. in Leadership degree, you will be challenged, convicted, and encouraged while you learn how to resolve conflict and cast a vision for your organization. You are called to do great things, and our master’s in Christian leadership can help you reach your full potential.
Why Choose Liberty University’s M.A.R. in Leadership Degree?
Pursuing your master’s in leadership degree with us residentially gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced pastors and theologians like Dr. Ed Hindson, Dr. David Baggett, Dr. Chris Gnanakan, and others. Our professors have weekly office hours, and they invite you to speak with them one on one about your classes or about where God is leading you in your ministry.
Courses include
- Biblical Foundations of Leadership
- The Life of Leaders
- Team Leadership and Conflict Resolution
- Mission, Vision, and Strategic Planning
Career Opportunities
- Associate pastor
- Church planter
- Church education administrator
- Lay leader
- Missionary
- Youth pastor
Minimum Requirements
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account