Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management and Technology at HBI University is an interdisciplinary program designed to bridge the gap between technical project management and principled, ethical leadership. Students engage in a curriculum that combines rigorous engineering systems analysis, technological infrastructure management, and a robust ethical framework grounded in servant leadership. This program fosters an academic environment where technical proficiency meets moral responsibility, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of modern industry while remaining committed to stewardship and community welfare. Through comprehensive coursework and practical application, students are prepared to manage technological transitions and organizational projects with a focus on sustainable growth and social impact. The program emphasizes critical thinking and analytical rigor, ensuring students can design, implement, and evaluate technology-driven initiatives that align with organizational objectives and ethical standards. By integrating technical expertise with character development, the curriculum empowers students to lead with integrity in a variety of institutional settings.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology program uniquely combines a foundational general education curriculum with comprehensive study in engineering theory, behavioral science, human development, ethical frameworks, research methodologies, crisis awareness, resource referral, project development, and community-based support systems within a faith-based context.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone Integration Seminar

• 3
• Senior Standing
• CAP490B — Senior Capstone Project Part II: Completion of the capstone project with emphasis on technical execution, project reporting, and a final presentation to a professional committee. Demonstrates synthesis of skills and character. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT495 — Seminar in Professional Integrity: A seminar course addressing contemporary ethical challenges in technology and leadership. Students participate in discussions regarding integrity and accountability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS498 — Global Logistics and Sustainability: Examines global technical supply chains and environmental sustainability in technical project design. Focuses on responsible stewardship of resources. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC499 — Capstone Integration Seminar: A reflective seminar focusing on the integration of academic coursework, project management skills, and future faith-informed career paths. Students finalize their portfolios. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• MAT110 | Introduction to College Mathematics | 4 | None
• PHI105 | Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3 | None
• MGT120 | Principles of Management | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS200 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | MGT120
• COM210 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG101
• MAT205 | Applied Statistics | 3 | MAT110
• RES150 | Research Methods | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC210 | Information Systems Fundamentals | 3 | MGT120
• BUS250 | Project Management Foundations | 3 | MGT120
• SOC230 | Sociology of Community Development | 3 | None
• MIN220 | Stewardship and Servant Leadership | 3 | CHR105
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC300 | Software Project Management | 4 | TEC210
• BUS310 | Financial Stewardship in Technology | 3 | MAT205
• HUM320 | Technology and Society | 3 | None
• MGT330 | Risk Management and Security | 3 | BUS250
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC405 | Infrastructure Management | 3 | TEC300
• BUS410 | Project Portfolio Management | 4 | BUS310
• COU420 | Conflict Resolution in the Workplace | 3 | BUS200
• HIS400 | History of Engineering and Innovation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC420 | Quality Assurance and Testing | 3 | TEC405
• MGT440 | Leadership and Change Management | 3 | BUS200
• BUS450 | Procurement and Vendor Management | 3 | BUS310
• PSY410 | Applied Psychology for Project Managers | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC450 | Advanced Systems Integration | 4 | TEC420
• MGT470 | Strategic Project Planning | 3 | BUS410
• BUS480 | Career Development and Professional Identity | 3 | MIN220
• CAP490A | Senior Capstone Project Part I | 3 | Senior Standing
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490B | Senior Capstone Project Part II | 6 | CAP490A
• MGT495 | Seminar in Professional Integrity | 3 | Senior Standing
• BUS498 | Global Logistics and Sustainability | 3 | BUS450
• SOC499 | Capstone Integration Seminar | 3 | Senior Standing

Career Opportunities

• Project Manager for Nonprofit Technology Initiatives
• Technical Operations Coordinator
• Systems Integration Consultant
• Community Development Program Manager
• Information Technology Stewardship Analyst
• Strategic Organizational Planner

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management, Technology
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years