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School of Leadership

School of Leadership

School of Leadership

Why School of Leadership

Church groups and Christian organizations face a number of challenges and pressures that are growing in demands and complexity. The School of Leadership (SOL) recognizes that continuous leadership development is vital for you, as a Christian leader, to not only stay nimble to respond to many evolving changes in society and communities, but also constantly equip yourself to think and act strategically.

The leadership program offered by the School is thus designed to meet the needs of those who desire to enhance their understanding of organizational leadership and strategic planning and apply this deeper knowledge in the contexts of their local church or Christian organization. What is distinctive about the program is in its approach that integrates cutting edge theoretical thinking with biblically grounded teaching and practical application. Students will adopt a continuous learning posture so as to serve and function more effectively in their respective ministry contexts and communities.

 

What program is offered?

 

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  • Master of Arts in Christian Leadership (MACL) Online
    First Cohort in January 2018
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Overview / Admission Requirement

This graduate program is jointly-offered through a strategic partnership between TCA College (Singapore) and Life Pacific College (United States). Life Pacific College is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE).

The biblically grounded, ministry focused, professional and practical curriculum is offered online with two one-week residencies. Students will master advanced concepts of Christian leadership, become conversant in organizational and congregational practices, understand how to do applied research, and implement strategic thinking to impact their ministry context.

The program includes an integral field-based component and a major leadership project (capstone) which will involve a deep exploration of the students’ calling, an understanding of their leadership context, and the development of a strategic initiative for an existing ministry or the creation of a new endeavor.


Who should apply?

Christian leaders and ministers with Bachelor’s degree and desire to develop additional advanced skills in leadership and Christian ministry should apply. A limited number of applicants without a Bachelor’s degree may be accepted into the program. Such applicants must be at least 35 years old, and have at least 10 years of significant high-level organizational leadership or ministry experience, and demonstrate the ability to succeed in graduate level coursework.

Accreditation Pending WSCUC and ABHE approval
Credits 36 credits
Duration
2 years online learning with 2 one-week residencies on campus
Admission
Requirements

You must:

  • Be a born-again Christian leader
  • Possess the relevant educational qualifications from a recognized and accredited institution with an undergraduate GPA of 2.5
  • Demonstrate a significant commitment in Christian ministry
  • A minimum of three (3) years of leadership, management or ministry involvement
  • Applicant, who received education where English is not an official language of instruction, is required to submit TOEFL test result. A minimum TOEFL score of 79(IBT) / 550(PBT) / 213(CBT).
Anticipated
Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, you should

  • Display growth as an individual and help others grow towards their potential
  • Apply a biblical and theological perspective to leadership and ministry
  • Relate research to diverse ministry contexts
  • Able to evaluate congregational and organizational dynamics in order to lead others to achieve such objectives

Curriculum

The online format provides flexibility for students to work around diverse schedule constraints. Student learning is done via online text, audio, video delivery, discussion boards and vital interaction.

Students go through the program as part of a cohort, moving from class to class through the sequential, 36 credit curriculum. It begins with a one-week on-campus residency, followed by four weeks of online work, and transition to a series of five (5) eight-week-long online courses that are scheduled one at a time, back to back. The schedule is repeated for the second year.


  Course Curriculum in Sequential Format as a Cohort

Year One
The Personal Life of a Christian Leader Residency 1 3
Christian Perspectives on Human Behavior in Congregations 3
Cultural Trends and Christian Ministry 3
Discipleship, Mentoring and Coaching for Christian Leaders 3
Leadership Theology 3
Biblical Case Studies on Leadership Theory 3

Year Two
Trends in Christian Leadership and Management Residency 2 1
Organizational Research Methods Residency 2 2
Contextualized Ministry and the Book of Acts 3
Theology and Worldview 3
Leadership Ethics in the Old Testament 3
Christian Leadership, Renewal, Innovation and Change 3
Strategic Analysis of Christian Organizations and Ministry Contexts Capstone Project 3

Capstone

What is the CAPSTONE project?

  • Capstone projects give students the ability to take knowledge and theory they have learned and apply in a real-world and ministry setting

  • They get to explore a particular challenge and address that problem through focussed study and applied research

  • This Capstone project can become a strategic initiative for renewal of an existing ministry/organization or the creation of a new endeavor

Graduation Requirements

Students must fulfil the following requirements for graduation:

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B)
  • Settlement of all financial obligations with the College
  • Submission of graduation application to the Academic Office

Overview

Curriculum

Graduation Requirements

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  • This program is meant for students residing outside of North America and Canada. Interested residents of North America and Canada may contact Life Pacific College, US for their Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership (MASL) program.

    Required

    1. A non-refundable application fee of S$71.20.
    2. One recent passport-sized photograph.
    3. Application forms should reach the College by Oct 1, minimum 2 months before a new cohort starts.
    4. Be a born-again believer who confesses Jesus Christ as your absolute Lord and Savior.
    5. Finanical commitment for the entire program.
    6. All foreign documents must be translated and notarized.
    7. A minimum TOEFL score of 79(IBT) / 550(PBT) / 213(CBT).
    8. A 3-5 page type written personal testimony (refer to appication form part V).
    9. Document or letter from your local church verifying your full-time status. This is to facilitate the 40% discount on tuition fees for full-time minister.
    10. Only two recommendations from:
      • Denominational Leader
      • Pastor/Deacon/Elder
      • Friend

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  • There are two types of Financial Aid available for full-time Pastors/Ministers ONLY.

    Discount

    Full-time ministers are eligible for a 40% discount on tuition fees. Please attach document or letter from your local church verifying your full-time status when you apply for the MACL.

    TCA Scholarship

    TCA College invites successful applicants to apply for our TCA Scholarship (MACL).

    Details

    1. The scholarship is open to new students seeking admission into the MACL program at TCA College.
    2. The scholarship will cover tuition fees only.
    3. The scholarship will be reviewed (annually) based on the recipient’s academic results, character and contribution to TCA College.
    4. Recipients will need to maintain a GPA of 3.0.
    5. Recipients will be required to recommend prospective students for the MACL program.
    6. TCA College reserves the right to amend the details of the scholarship.

    Application Requirements

    1. Candidates should provide evidence of significant commitment for fulltime Christian ministry and currently in a leadership position for at least three (3) years.
    2. Candidates should demonstrate a desire for an even more fruitful ministry.
    3. Candidates should meet all entry requirements for the program applied for.
    4. Non-bachelors candidates must meet the following requirements:
      • have a GPA of 2.5
      • 35 years old
      • 10 years of significant fulltime ministry and
      • demonstrate an ability to succeed on graduate work
    5. Candidates must provide a letter of recommendation from their local church board, senior pastor or denominational leader (whichever applies).
    6. Scholarship applications must be accompanied with a complete set of admission forms for the program of study. The standard admission fee applies.
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