Do you sense God calling you to full-time work in vocational ministry? The Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Leadership (BAML) degree at The King’s University is a great program for those who want to serve the local church or parachurch organization in a full-time setting.
With three distinct concentrations (Pastoral Ministry, Global Ministry, and Next Generation Ministry), the program is designed to highlight different aspects of ministry while giving students experience, a well-rounded ministry education, and preparation for the Master of Divinity and Master of Practical Theology programs, along with other graduate degrees offered at TKU.
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Concentrations
TKU’s Bachelor of Ministry Leadership program isn’t simply a one-size-fits-all ministry education. These concentrations help prepare students for specific work in full-time ministry. If you’re not sure exactly where you fit in ministry, this program will help you discover exactly where you’re called to serve.
Concentrations available:
- Pastoral Ministry
- Next Generation Ministry
- Global Ministry
Meet the Director
Dr. Jesse Buchholz
Dr. Jesse Buchholz is a seasoned leader in the field of education and a respected figure in servant leadership. Armed with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, a Master of Divinity, a Master’s in Educational Leadership, and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Buchholz possesses a comprehensive understanding of the principles that drive effective leadership and holistic development. His academic achievements have provided him with a strong foundation to revolutionize the educational landscape and inspire others to do the same.
Why The King's
- Spirit-formed leaders training Spirit-formed leaders. Given that many of our credentialed faculty are actively involved in ministry, their teaching comes from a perspective of applied knowledge.
- Whole-person formation. For us, it’s not just about what you learn, it’s about who you become. We believe your transformation for ministry should include deepening your walk with Jesus.
- Culture of worship and prayer. It could be the prayer room, weekly chapel, a classroom, or just a hallway – wherever it occurs, we live a life of prayer and worship.
- Community of care. Whether you take classes online or on-ground, soul care from faculty, staff, and peers extends from the classroom into your daily life.
- Growth in difference. When you get into a classroom with different generations, ethnicities, experiences, and faith journeys, you grow both personally and spiritually. You maintain your difference, but you grow in unity.
Program Purpose
- Develop biblical and theological competence in the Charismatic tradition.
- Develop healthy leaders for Spirit-empowered Christian ministry.
- Nurture compassion for ministering to people in the Church and in the world.
- Provide a solid understanding of the gospel and how to communicate it.
- Give students ministry experience in healthy environments.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
In addition to earning Undergraduate Core Curriculum Requirements learning outcomes, students who complete this program will be able to:
- Respond to contemporary challenges from a faithful biblical and theological perspective.
- Effectively communicate the gospel and spiritually equipping messages in various formats.
- Implement effective plans and practices for his/her spiritual growth.
- Lead people in spiritual growth.
- Provide organizational ministry leadership in his/her context.
- Articulate a biblical philosophy of ministry that emerges from a Charismatic Theology.
Curriculum
CHRISTIAN FOUNDATIONS 15 HOURS
| BIBL 1300 | Introduction to Bible | 3 |
| BIBM 1301 | Spirit Formed Life | 3 |
| BIBL 1307 | Principles of Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| BIBT 2303 | To the Jew First | 3 |
| BIBT 2307 | Theological Foundations | 3 |
GENERAL EDUCATION 43 HOURS
| UNIV 1101 | Student Success Strategies | 1 |
| ENGL 1301 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 | English Composition II | 3 |
| COMS 2303 | Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| MATH 1301 | College Math | 3 |
| NSCI 1401 | Natural Science and the Bible | 4 |
| PSYC 1301 or SOCI 1031 | Behavioral Science (Psychology or Sociology) | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | Amercian History 1 | 3 |
| HIST 1303 | American History 2 | 3 |
| GOVT 2301 | Federal Government | 3 |
| GOVT 2302 | Texas State Government | 3 |
| PHIL 2301 | Christian Ethics | 3 |
| PHIL 3305 | Philosophy and Christian Thought | 3 |
| PHED 1200 | Health and Wellness | 2 |
| Component Elective | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 |
MAJOR COURSES 42 HOURS
| BIBL 1305 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 1306 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 2301 | Biblical Background and Interpretation | 3 |
| BIBM 3302 | Leadership Development | 3 |
| BIBM 3328 | Introduction to Ministry Finance | 3 |
| BIBM 3329 | Introduction to Personnel Management | 3 |
| BIBM 4302 | Senior Capstone Project | 3 |
| BIBM 4303 | Senior Internship | 3 |
| BIBM 4303 | Leading Team Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 4340 | Ministry and Administration Skills | 3 |
| BMIS 3302 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| Major Electives or Concentration* | 9 |
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING 5 HOURS
| BIBM 2101 | Practicum Prep | 1 |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum | 2 |
| BIBM 3201 | Junior Ministry Practicum | 2 |
GENERAL ELECTIVES 15 HOURS
| General Electives | 15 |
MAJOR CONCENTRATIONS* 9 HOURS
Pastoral Ministry OR Global Ministry OR Next Gen Ministry
| Pastoral Ministry | ||
| BIBM 2304 | Pastoral Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 3326 | Developing Curriculum for Discipleship | 3 |
| BIBM 3327 | Spiritual Formation in the Local Church | 3 |
| Global Ministry | ||
| BMIS 2302 | Anthropology for Intercultural Witness | 3 |
| BMIS 3303 | Biblical Theology of Missions | 3 |
| BIBT 3305 | World Religions | 3 |
| Next Gen Ministry | ||
| BIBM 2303 | Sermon Preparation | 3 |
| BIBM 3330 | Models of Next Generation of Ministry | 3 |
| BIBM 4306 | Contemporary Issues in Next Generation Ministry | 3 |
BAML MINOR 15 HOURS
| BIBL 1305 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 1306 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIBL 2301 | Biblical Background and Interpretation | 3 |
| BMIS 3302 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| BIBM 3302 | Leadership Development | 3 |
