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Bachelor of Christian Leadership

Bachelor of Christian Leadership (120 credits)

The Bachelor of Christian Leadership (BCL) integrates biblical principles with leadership and management skills. This comprehensive program emphasizes ethical decision-making, strategic planning, and transformational leadership. Students are equipped to inspire change and effectively manage organizations with integrity and purpose.

General Education Courses

GED 100: English I (3 credits)

GED 100: English I (3 credits)

Develops essential writing, grammar, and composition skills for academic and professional success.

GED 105: English II (3 credits)

GED 105: English II (3 credits)

Strengthens persuasive and argumentative writing through organized evidence and thesis support.

GED 110: Communication (3 credits)

GED 110: Communication (3 credits)

Introduces human communication theory, history, and methods, emphasizing effective interpersonal and organizational communication.

GED 115: Mathematics (3 credits)

GED 115: Mathematics (3 credits)

Covers foundational arithmetic, algebra, and geometry concepts for academic and real-world applications.

GED 120: Chemistry (3 credits)

GED 120: Chemistry (3 credits)

Explores fundamental chemical principles, including atomic theory, bonding, and states of matter.

GED 125: Physics (3 credits)

GED 125: Physics (3 credits)

Introduces mechanics, energy, and heat, focusing on foundational physical principles and their practical uses.

GED 130: Biology (3 credits)

GED 130: Biology (3 credits)

Surveys life sciences, from single-celled organisms to humans, emphasizing biological systems and processes.

GED 135: Environmental Science (3 credits)

GED 135: Environmental Science (3 credits)

Examines human interaction with nature, exploring environmental challenges and solutions.

GED 140: The Human Body (3 credits)

GED 140: The Human Body (3 credits)

Studies anatomy and physiology, emphasizing health and disease diagnostics.

GED 145: Introduction to the Humanities (3 credits)

GED 145: Introduction to the Humanities (3 credits)

Surveys philosophical and artistic contributions to human culture and understanding.

GED 150: World Civilizations (3 credits)

GED 150: World Civilizations (3 credits)

Reviews significant events shaping Western Civilization for insight into current societal structures.

GED 155: General Psychology (3 credits)

GED 155: General Psychology (3 credits)

Introduces psychology concepts, including cognition, development, and social behavior.

GED 160: Psychology of Adjustment (3 credits)

GED 160: Psychology of Adjustment (3 credits)

Applies psychological theory to personal growth, stress management, and relationships.

GED 165: Intro to Sociology (3 credits)

GED 165: Intro to Sociology (3 credits)

Explores sociological concepts like culture, social institutions, and human behavior.

GED 170: United States History (3 credits)

GED 170: United States History (3 credits)

Surveys the U.S.'s political, social, and economic evolution from colonization to modern times.

Core Courses

BCL 395: Old Testament Introduction (3 credits)

BCL 395: Old Testament Introduction (3 credits)

Examines Old Testament history, theology, and interpretation methodologies.

BCL 396: Introduction to New Testament (3 credits)

BCL 396: Introduction to New Testament (3 credits)

Explores New Testament texts within their historical and theological contexts.

BCL 397: Biblical Insights for Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 397: Biblical Insights for Leadership (3 credits)

Studies biblical principles for modern leadership challenges.

BCL 398: Leading an Equipping Church (3 credits)

BCL 398: Leading an Equipping Church (3 credits)

Focuses on fostering spiritual growth and leadership in church settings.

BCL 399: Leading Organizational Change (3 credits)

BCL 399: Leading Organizational Change (3 credits)

Teaches strategies for managing and implementing change in organizations.

BCL 400: Introduction to Christian Leadership Development (3 credits)

BCL 400: Introduction to Christian Leadership Development (3 credits)

Explores key leadership traits and their practical applications.

BCL 401: Christian Team Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 401: Christian Team Leadership (3 credits)

Develops team leadership skills using a strengths-based approach.

BCL 402: Dynamic Christian Leadership in Stressful Environment (3 credits)

BCL 402: Dynamic Christian Leadership in Stressful Environment (3 credits)

Examines leadership principles for navigating stress effectively.

BCL 403: The Christian Leader as a Manager (3 credits)

BCL 403: The Christian Leader as a Manager (3 credits)

Combines leadership and management principles for organizational stability.

BCL 404: Christian Leadership Styles and Skills (3 credits)

BCL 404: Christian Leadership Styles and Skills (3 credits)

Enhances teamwork and leadership adaptability.

BCL 405: Servant Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 405: Servant Leadership (3 credits)

Focuses on servant leadership traits, ethics, and strategies.

BCL 406: Christian Leadership in Organizations (3 credits)

BCL 406: Christian Leadership in Organizations (3 credits)

Develops visionary and ethical leadership for organizational innovation.

BCL 407: Principles of Christian Management (3 credits)

BCL 407: Principles of Christian Management (3 credits)

Explores planning and decision-making within Christian management frameworks.

BCL 408: Special Topics in Christian Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 408: Special Topics in Christian Leadership (3 credits)

Analyzes leadership through ethical, cultural, and historical lenses.

BCL 409: Managing Christian Organizational Change (3 credits)

BCL 409: Managing Christian Organizational Change (3 credits)

Emphasizes human resource management during organizational changes.

BCL 410: Developing a Christian Philosophy of Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 410: Developing a Christian Philosophy of Leadership (3 credits)

Combines leadership theory with philosophical and practical insights.

BCL 411: Critical Thinking for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

BCL 411: Critical Thinking for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

Enhances decision-making through critical thinking frameworks.

BCL 412: Christian Ethical Leadership and Globalization (3 credits)

BCL 412: Christian Ethical Leadership and Globalization (3 credits)

Explores ethical leadership within a global and community context.

BCL 413: Strategic Planning for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

BCL 413: Strategic Planning for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

Teaches vision and strategic planning for ministry and leadership.

BCL 414: Christian Community Service and Social Responsibility (3 credits)

BCL 414: Christian Community Service and Social Responsibility (3 credits)

Encourages community engagement through service and moral responsibility.

BCL 415: Mentoring and Networking for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

BCL 415: Mentoring and Networking for Christian Leaders (3 credits)

Develops coaching, mentoring, and networking skills to improve performance and productivity.

BCL 416: The Self Efficacy for Christian Leadership (3 credits)

BCL 416: The Self Efficacy for Christian Leadership (3 credits)

Enhances leadership skills through self-awareness, authenticity, and effective communication.

BCL 417: Change Agent – A Christian Leader for Change (3 credits)

BCL 417: Change Agent – A Christian Leader for Change (3 credits)

Teaches the eight-stage process of change management and overcoming organizational challenges.

BCL 418: Managing Conflict in Ministries (3 credits)

BCL 418: Managing Conflict in Ministries (3 credits)

Equips leaders with effective strategies to resolve conflicts in ministry settings.