Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Leadership, Specialization in Christian Leadership

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Global Leadership

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Global Leadership core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Leadership with a specialization in Christian Leadership is designed to equip students with a robust intellectual and practical framework for organizational management and stewardship. By integrating core principles of leadership theory, organizational behavior, and ethics, the program provides a comprehensive understanding of how to lead effectively in diverse, global, and multi-cultural environments. Students engage in rigorous academic inquiry that bridges the gap between management science and the ethical imperatives found in Christian tradition, focusing on servant leadership and community capacity building. Through a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and analytical problem-solving, students develop the capacity to navigate complex administrative landscapes while maintaining a steadfast commitment to personal integrity and professional excellence.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Global Leadership integrates a rigorous general education foundation with comprehensive study in faith-based leadership theory, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research, crisis awareness, referral, program development, and community-based support. This multidisciplinary approach ensures students develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to lead effectively within global, faith-centered environments.

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 Global Leadership core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Composition | 3 | None
• MAT101 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | None
• THE101 | Foundations of Christian Thought | 3 | None
• PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COM101 | Principles of Communication | 3 | ENG101
• SOC101 | Sociology of Community | 3 | None
• BUS105 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
• HIS102 | World History and Culture | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CHR201 | Christian Ethics and Moral Reasoning | 4 | THE101
• MGT202 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | BUS105
• RES205 | Research Methods | 3 | MAT101
• HIS210 | Global Perspectives in Leadership | 3 | HIS102
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT210 | Nonprofit Administration | 3 | BUS105
• COU220 | Interpersonal Conflict Resolution | 3 | PSY101
• ENG205 | Professional Writing | 3 | ENG101
• CHR250 | Stewardship and Financial Management | 4 | MAT101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MIN301 | Servant Leadership Theory | 3 | MGT202
• MGT305 | Strategic Planning | 3 | MGT210
• SOC315 | Sociology of International Development | 3 | SOC101
• BUS320 | Human Resource Management | 3 | MGT202
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CHR350 | Spiritual Formation and Personal Ethics | 3 | CHR201
• MGT360 | Public Relations and Advocacy | 3 | COM101
• EDU380 | Instructional Design for Organizations | 3 | RES205
• HIS390 | History of Social Reform Movements | 4 | HIS102
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT401 | Advanced Leadership Seminar | 3 | MIN301
• BUS410 | Organizational Law and Governance | 3 | MGT210
• CHR420 | Theology of Work and Vocation | 3 | CHR350
• RES450 | Advanced Research and Analysis | 3 | RES205
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES450
• MGT495 | Global Management Strategy | 3 | HIS210
• SOC480 | Contemporary Social Issues | 3 | SOC101
• BUS499 | Ethics in Professional Practice | 3 | CHR201

Career Opportunities

• Nonprofit Organization Program Director
• Global Missions Administrator
• Christian Education Coordinator
• Community Outreach Liaison
• Human Resources Specialist in Religious Organizations
• Organizational Development Consultant
• Faith-Based Advocacy Researcher

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 Global Leadership
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years