Online Master in Ministry

Purpose

The Master in Ministry (MIM) is a totally online graduate degree offered by the College of Ministry at Northwest University. It is designed to prepare students—intellectually, spiritually, and functionally—for vocational or lay ministry in a variety of contexts. This program provides a foundational education to anyone seeking entry into ministry. It is specifically designed for students with non-ministry bachelor’s degrees and those seeking their ministerial credentials.

Program Highlights and Structure

The MIM degree program is specifically targeted for individuals who evidence a divine call on their life and wish to pursue lay or vocational ministry and who already possess an undergraduate degree in a field other than Bible, Theology, Christian Education, or Ministry. We recognize that men and women are called to ministry from a variety of backgrounds, and offer this degree as an opportunity for those who want to follow the next steps of the Lord’s leading. Students studying for this degree can expect coursework related to Scripture, theology, and ministry. Significantly, the MIM provides individuals wishing to transition into ministry from a lay background by providing the academic foundation needed to obtain ministerial credentials.

The MIM is designed with a completely online delivery system enabling students to complete this degree in sixteen months or (four semesters). Students whose schedules may periodically prevent full-time enrollment can reduce their load under the guidance of trained academic advisors. Thus, working professionals can remain fully engaged within their profession while furthering their education. Students participate in an online mutually- supportive and engaging learning community that empowers and reinforces Christian leadership formation. In some situations students may elect to complete certain courses via traditional in-person settings: single four-day intensives and as a set of three Friday/Saturday weekend intensives This flexible delivery format is designed to accommodate the diverse needs and desires of our graduate students.