Ph.D. in Christian Leadership – Educational Ministries

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Doctorate in Christian Leadership – Educational Ministries?

• Biblical and theological foundations for leadership and education
• Character and ethics in leadership and education
• Group and team dynamics
• History and philosophy of Christian education
• Leadership and management theory
• Organizational theory and development
• Teaching across the lifespan
• Teaching and learning theory and practice in leadership
• Theological anthropology in leadership and education
• Theological foundations for Christian educational ministries

This program offers a robust curriculum that blends foundational biblical and theological principles with practical leadership skills. Liberty aims to produce graduates who are prepared to effectively lead and innovate in Christian educational settings.

Potential Careers for Educational Ministries Graduates

• Academic teaching and leadership
• Faith-based organizational leadership
• Ministry or missions leadership

Benefits of Pursuing Your Doctoral Educational Ministries Degree with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Christian doctoral degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• As a John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Ph.D. student, you will receive a block rate of $2,750 per semester if you take 7-15 credit hours. This can save you up to $6,000 per semester!*
• Gain a blend of biblical knowledge and practical leadership skills applicable in real-world settings.
• Develop research abilities with the opportunity to make significant contributions to the field of Christian leadership.
• Learn comprehensive leadership theories to effectively manage and lead in Christian educational environments.

*Credits taken below 7 and above 15 credit hours are charged at the part-time rate.

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:

• If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
• If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!

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