Teaching Bible, MA (Men)
What Will I Study?
The Master of Arts degree in Teaching Bible is designed for those who are interested in teaching Bible on the high school or institute level. This degree is also an excellent preparatory program for those wishing to pursue the master of divinity degree, the standard seminary degree for those preparing for the pastoral ministry. In addition to serving men who plan to teach or preach the Word of God, this degree provides a solid Biblical foundation for those interested in serving as Bible teachers, counselors, missionaries, teachers in Christian schools, lay leaders in local churches, and wives of ministers. This program requires 32-33 hours.
Program Outline
First Year
- Old Testament Introduction
- Teaching Bible
- Ministry of Preaching: History & Philosophy
- Systematic Theology
- Philosophy of Education
- Teaching Elective
- MA Comprehensive Exam - Required
Summer
What Will My Career Options Be?
Men: The School of Religion extension office will assist you in finding positions for Christian service. Pastors, camp directors, mission board directors, and other recruiters often visit the campus to find personnel for their ministries. Graduates can be found serving the Lord in a wide variety of fields—from teaching to working on the mission field.
Women: The School of Religion extension office will assist you in finding positions for Christian service. Pastors, camp directors, mission board directors, and other recruiters often visit the campus to find personnel for their ministries. Graduates can be found serving the Lord in a wide variety of fields—from teaching to working on the mission field.
Students can network with a variety of employers through our online placement service, CareerCentral. A multitude of employment opportunities are posted annually. In addition, over 60 businesses and 150 Christian schools/mission boards/Christian organizations come on campus to recruit students in a variety of majors through on-campus interviews and job/ministry fairs. The Career Services office also helps students by holding seminars on resume preparation and interview techniques.
