Master of Arts Ministry Track
Coordinator: Dr. Eric Mitchell
CCBBC Graduate Course Catalog - 2026-2027
If you would like to know more about this degree, please contact us at admissions@ccbbc.edu or call (606) 337-3196 EXT: 150.
Annual Scheduled Course Offerings
| Core Course | Hours | Terms Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Research and Writing | 3 | Fall-A, Spring-C, Summer-E |
| Bible Knowledge: Old Testament** | 3 | Fall-A, Spring-C, Summer-E |
| Christian Theology** | 3 | Fall-A, Spring-C, Summer-E |
| Bible Knowledge: New Testament** | 3 | Fall-B, Spring-D, Summer-E |
| Biblical Exegesis and Biblical Hermeneutics** | 3 | Fall-B, Spring-D, Summer-E |
| Spiritual and Character Formation | 3 | Fall-B, Spring-D, Summer-E |
| Total Core Hours | 18 |
Elective Courses: Ministry Track
| Course | Hours | Terms Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Biblical Counseling | 3 | Fall-A |
| Worship Leadership | 3 | Fall-B |
| Disciple Making and Servant Leadership | 3 | Spring-C |
| Teaching the Bible** | 3 | Spring-D |
| Total Track Hours | 12 |
** For students moving from prior MA Catalogs to the 2026-27 MA Catalog:
- Students who have passed the MA courses Critical Thinking and/or Interpersonal Skills may use these to replace any Ministry Track Elective.
- Students who have passed the MA course Preaching & Teaching may use this to replace the Ministry Track Elective, Teaching the Bible; or the Pastoral Track Elective, Preaching the Bible.
- Students who have passed the MA course Bible Knowledge may use this to replace Bible Knowledge: Old Testament.
- Christian Theological Heritage name is changed to Christian Theology; Biblical Exposition name is changed to Biblical Exegesis and Biblical Hermeneutics.
Degree Learning Outcomes (DLO)
- DLO 1. Accuracy in understanding and communicating Scripture.
- DLO 2. Effectiveness in servant leadership.
- DLO 3. Authenticity in roles and relationships.
- DLO 4. Understanding denominational and congregational history and culture.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
- SLO 1. Students will integrate various methodologies to produce accuracy in understanding and communicating Scripture. (Assessed by one assignment from Biblical Exegesis & Biblical Hermeneutics, and one assignment from a Bible Knowledge: New Testament).
- SLO 2. Students will demonstrate the ability to apply biblical and practical skills in leadership. (Assessed by one assignment from Disciple Making & Leadership and in Church Administration).
- SLO 3. Students will demonstrate an informed understanding of denominational and congregational history and culture. (Assessed by two assignments in Christian Theology).
Track SLO Assessments
- SLO 4. Ministry Track: Students will engage in authentic roles and relationships by integrating biblical principles of integrity and consistency of character. Assessed by one assignment in the Introduction to Biblical counseling course; and by one assignment in the Disciple Making & Servant Leadership.