Department of Biblical Studies
and Ministry (BSM)

Certificate in Biblical Studies and Ministry

Course Load: 7–9 Courses

  • BSM 101 – Introduction to Biblical Studies
  • BSM 102 – Old Testament Survey
  • BSM 103 – New Testament Survey
  • BSM 104 – Principles of Christian Ministry
  • BSM 105 – Biblical Hermeneutics (Introductory)
  • BSM 106 – The Theology of Holiness (General Course)
  • GEN 101 – Research and Writing for Theological Studies (General Course)
  • ACT 102 – Foundations of Christian Ethics (General Course)

Courses:

  • BSM 201 – Advanced Old Testament Studies
  • BSM 202 – Advanced New Testament Studies
  • BSM 203 – Biblical Interpretation and Exegesis
  • BSM 204 – Church History and Theology
  • BSM 205 – Practical Ministry Skills
  • BSM 206 – Church Leadership and Administration
  • BSM 207 – Introduction to Christian Counseling
  • BSM 208 – Ministry and Society
  • ACT 101 – Introduction to Christian Theology (Borrowed Course)
  • ACT 103 – Old Testament Theology (Borrowed Course)

 

Courses:

  • BSM 301 – Advanced Exegesis and Biblical Languages
  • BSM 302 – Pastoral Ministry and Counseling
  • BSM 303 – Worship and Church Music Ministry
  • BSM 304 – Evangelism and Missions
  • BSM 305 – Biblical Ethics and Christian Character
  • BSM 306 – Church Planting and Ministry Growth
  • BSM 307 – Christian Education and Discipleship
  • BSM 308 – The History of Christianity in Africa
  • ACT 104 – New Testament Theology (Borrowed Course)
  • GEN 102 – Christian Leadership and Governance (Borrowed Course)

Course 

  • BSM 401 – Introduction to Biblical Languages (Greek, Hebrew)
  • BSM 402 – The Pentateuch and Historical Books of the Old Testament
  • BSM 403 – The Gospels and Acts in the New Testament
  • BSM 404 – Pauline Epistles and Theology
  • BSM 405 – Biblical Theology and Hermeneutics
  • BSM 406 – Preaching and Teaching Ministry
  • BSM 407 – Church and Ministry Leadership
  • BSM 408 – Christian Ethics and Social Justice
  • BSM 409 – African Church History and Theological Development
  • BSM 410 – Church Administration and Management
  • ACT 106 – Biblical Ethics and Christian Character (Borrowed Course)
  • ACT 107 – Ethical Issues in African Church and Society (Borrowed Course)
  • GEN 103 – Leadership and Governance in the Church (Borrowed Course)

Course 

  • BSM 501 – Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics
  • BSM 502 – Theology of Worship
  • BSM 503 – Contemporary Christian Ministry in Africa
  • BSM 504 – Pastoral Theology and Leadership
  • BSM 505 – Biblical Counseling and Practical Ministry
  • BSM 506 – Christian Education and Discipleship (Advanced)
  • BSM 507 – African Christian Missions and Evangelism
  • BSM 508 – Homiletics and Public Speaking for Ministry
  • BSM 509 – Biblical Archaeology and History
  • BSM 510 – Ministry in the Global Context
  • ACT 201 – African Christian Theology and Ethics (Borrowed Course)
  • ACT 206 – The Theology of Holiness (General Course)

Course 

  • BSM 601 – Advanced Biblical Languages (Greek/Hebrew)
  • BSM 602 – Advanced Church History and Christian Ministry
  • BSM 603 – Systematic Theology for Ministry
  • BSM 604 – Ecclesiology and Church Structures
  • BSM 605 – Practical Theology and Ministry Practice
  • BSM 606 – Leadership in the Global Church
  • BSM 607 – Advanced Preaching and Worship Leading
  • BSM 608 – Social Justice and Ministry
  • ACT 301 – Introduction to African Christian Theology (Borrowed Course)
  • ACT 303 – Christian Apologetics (Borrowed Course)

Course 

  • BSM 701 – Dissertation Proposal and Research Methodology
  • BSM 702 – Theological and Ministry Research in Africa
  • BSM 703 – Advanced Biblical Interpretation and Applications
  • BSM 704 – The Role of the Church in Social Transformation
  • BSM 705 – Ethics and Ministry in a Contemporary Context
  • BSM 706 – Ministry Leadership and Global Discipleship
  • BSM 707 – Theological and Practical Reflections in African Church Ministry
  • ACT 404 – Theology of African Missions (Borrowed Course)
  • ACT 406 – African Church History and Development (Borrowed Course)

 

Electives (for Postgraduate and Doctoral levels):

  • BSM 711 – Interfaith Dialogue in Ministry
  • BSM 712 – Christian Apologetics and Culture
  • BSM 713 – Ecumenical Movements and the Church
  • BSM 714 – Environmental Stewardship and Ministry

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