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Master of Divinity |
This degree is the
internationally recognized degree for Pastoral Ministry. At the online program from AIIAS, this program is defined in
two alternative configurations to meet the needs of students coming from different educational
backgrounds.
- Bachelor of Theology Graduates
- Master of Ministry Graduates
For Bachelor of Theology Graduates
This first configuration is designed for those who have already an undergraduate background of ministerial studies
with at least 84 semester credits.
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Prerequisites
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To be accepted into this alternative, applicants must meet the following prerequisites:
- Hold a Bachelor of Theology degree of its equivalent with at
least 84 undergraduate semester hours in Religion courses, and a GPA of 2.50 and above.
- Demonstrate a proficiency in English by certifying that
English is the native language, the undergradute degree was obtained at a school where English was the medium of
instruction, an acceptable score on the Michigan or TOEFL test.
- Pass a proficiency test in Biblical Hebrew and Greek. Any
deficiency in this area may be compensated through the following courses which may count towards the degree
requirements: NTST 690 Greek (3 sem. hrs.), OTST 690 Hebrew (3 sem. hrs.).
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Requirements
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This alternative had the following requirements:
- Complete 72 semester hours of graduate course work
as specified below, within eight years.
- Obtain a 2.75 minimum cummulative GPA.
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Online Curriculum
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A total of 72 semester hours is required for this program, distributed as follows:
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Applied Theology (30 units)
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CHMN 609 |
Seminar in Applied Technology Methods |
3 |
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CHMN 612 |
Pastoral Care and Counseling |
3 |
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CHMN 615 |
Equiping Ministry |
3 |
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CHMN 630 |
Church Leadership / Administration |
3 |
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CHMN 640 |
Health Ministries |
3 |
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CHMN 641 |
Theology and Practice of Worship |
3 |
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CHMN 645 |
Dynamic Sermon Design & Delivery |
3 |
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MSSN 500 |
Introduction to Mission |
3 |
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CHMN/MSSN 670 |
Growing Disciples, Mission |
3 |
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THST 646 |
World Religions |
3 |
| Biblical Studies
(18 units)
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OTST/NTST 612 |
Biblical Hermeneutics |
3 |
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OTST 572/672 |
Daniel |
3 |
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OTST 540 |
Hebrew Grammar |
3 |
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NTST 564/664 |
Pauline Epistles |
3 |
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NTST 570/670 |
The Book of Revelation |
3 |
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NTST 540 |
Greek Grammar |
3 |
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Theological-Historical Studies (18 units)
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CHIS 502/602 |
History of the Reformation and Modern Church |
3 |
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THST 610 |
Revelation, Inspiration, and Prophetic Guidance |
3 |
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THST 612 |
Doctrine of God |
3 |
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THST 618 |
Doctrine of Salvation |
3 |
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THST 631 |
Distinctive Doctrines of the SDA Church |
3 |
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Historical/Theological Course |
3 |
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Other Units (6 units)
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GSEM 605 |
Academic Composition |
3 |
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OTST/NTST 608 |
Seminar * |
3 |
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THST/CHIS 608 |
Seminar * |
3 |
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Total hours required |
72 |
Note:
* Choose only one
For Master of Ministry Graduates
This second configuration is designed for those who have already have a Master of Ministry Degree or
its equivalent, in order to obtain the MDiv degree with 36 semester hours beyond the MMin degree.
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Prerequisites
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To be accepted into this alternative, applicants must meet the following prerequisites:
- Hold a Master of Ministry degree of its equivalent with a GPA of 2.75 and above.
- Demonstrate a proficiency in English by certifying that
English is the native language, the undergradute degree was obtained at a school where English was the medium of
instruction, an acceptable score on the Michigan or TOEFL test.
- Pass a proficiency test in Biblical Hebrew and Greek. Any
deficiency in this area may be compensated through the following courses which may count towards the degree
requirements: NTST 690 Greek (3 sem. hrs.), OTST 690 Hebrew (3 sem. hrs.).
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Requirements
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This alternative had the following requirements:
- Complete a minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate course
work (beyond the MMin or equivalent) as needed to meet the requirements of the 72 semester hour curriculum
given below. If a student has already completed a course or passed a proficiency test, they may substitute
another online course in consultation with the program director.
- Obtain a 2.75 minimum cummulative GPA.
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Online Curriculum
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A total of 36 semester hours is required for this program, distributed as follows:
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Applied Theology (12 units)
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CHMN 609 |
Seminar in Applied Technology Methods |
3 |
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CHMN 645 |
Dynamic Sermon Design & Delivery |
3 |
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CHMN/MSSN 670 |
Growing Disciples, Mission |
3 |
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THST 546/646 |
World Religions |
3 |
| Biblical Studies
(9 units)
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OTST 540 |
Hebrew Grammar |
3 |
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NTST 564/664 |
Pauline Epistles |
3 |
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NTST 540 |
Greek Grammar |
3 |
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Theological-Historical Studies (9 units)
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CHIS 602 |
History of the Reformation and Modern Church |
3 |
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THST 612 |
Doctrine of God |
3 |
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Historical/Theological Course |
3 |
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Other Units (6 units)
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GSEM 605 |
Academic Composition |
3 |
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OTST/NTST 608 |
Seminar * |
3 |
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THST/CHIS 608 |
Seminar * |
3 |
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Total hours required |
36 |
Note:
* Choose only one
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