Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws provides a comprehensive foundation for students seeking to understand the regulatory and legal environments governing the nonprofit sector. Through a rigorous examination of public policy, administrative law, and corporate governance, the curriculum equips learners to navigate the complexities of institutional stewardship and organizational compliance within diverse communal landscapes. The program balances theoretical legal inquiry with practical application to foster an informed understanding of legal frameworks that sustain mission-driven organizations. Students engage with legal scholarship and administrative protocols designed to promote operational excellence and institutional longevity. This program prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws program combines essential general education with a comprehensive study of legal theory, nonprofit governance, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research, crisis awareness, referral strategies, program development, and community-based support. Students engage in rigorous academic coursework designed to cultivate a profound understanding of the intersection between faith-based mission alignment and the operational frameworks governing nonprofit entities.

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 Science. 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 Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

ELECTIVE1

• Interdisciplinary Studies Elective
• 3
• None
• CRJ405 — Advanced Nonprofit Legal Issues: Analyzes specialized legal topics such as intellectual property, privacy law, and international nonprofit operations. Prepares students for advanced administrative duties. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT410 — Nonprofit Resource Development: Examines the legal and ethical dimensions of fundraising, grant acquisition, and donor stewardship. Focuses on donor trust and regulatory adherence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• THE410 — Applied Ethics in Public Policy: Discusses complex ethical dilemmas in policy-making and the role of values in civic institutional decision-making. Students evaluate moral frameworks for societal impact. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

ELECTIVE2

• Public Interest Internship
• 3
• Senior Standing
• CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: The culminating project where students apply their knowledge of law, policy, and ethics to a real-world nonprofit challenge. Students produce a thesis and deliver a final oral defense. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT450 — Contemporary Leadership Seminar: Focuses on emerging trends in leadership, technology, and organizational adaptability. Prepares graduating students for immediate professional impact. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• CRJ480 — Public Policy Advocacy: Covers the process of legislative advocacy and lobbying as tools for systemic change in the nonprofit sector. Discusses the legal constraints on such activity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

ELECTIVE1 | Interdisciplinary Studies Elective | 3 | None

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | Senior Standing
• MGT450 | Contemporary Leadership Seminar | 3 | MGT410
• CRJ480 | Public Policy Advocacy | 3 | CRJ405

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 4 | None
• HIS110 | History of Western Legal Systems | 3 | None
• PHI101 | Introduction to Philosophical Ethics | 3 | None
• MAT120 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CRJ150 | Introduction to Juridical Science | 3 | None
• COM150 | Interpersonal and Group Communication | 3 | ENG101
• SOC120 | Sociology of Nonprofit Organizations | 3 | None
• RES100 | Introduction to Information Literacy | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS201 | Principles of Financial Stewardship | 3 | None
• CRJ210 | Nonprofit Administrative Law | 3 | CRJ150
• MIN205 | Leadership and Servant Management | 3 | THE101
• PSY210 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS250 | Nonprofit Ethics and Governance | 4 | BUS201
• CRJ260 | Risk Management and Liability | 3 | CRJ210
• HIS220 | History of Civic Engagement | 3 | None
• ENG220 | Professional Writing for Policy | 3 | ENG101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT305 | Human Resource Management in Nonprofits | 3 | BUS250
• CRJ310 | Contracts and Procurement Law | 3 | CRJ260
• EDU310 | Community Development and Outreach | 4 | SOC120
• RES300 | Research Methods for Public Policy | 3 | MAT120
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CRJ350 | Constitutional Issues for Nonprofits | 3 | CRJ310
• BUS360 | Strategic Planning and Resource Allocation | 3 | BUS250
• SOC320 | Sociology of Work and Civic Engagement | 3 | THE101
• MGT320 | Program Evaluation and Metrics | 3 | RES300
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CRJ405 | Advanced Nonprofit Legal Issues | 4 | CRJ350
• MGT410 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 3 | BUS360
• THE410 | Applied Ethics in Public Policy | 3 | THE320

Career Opportunities

• Nonprofit Compliance Officer
• Faith-Based Program Coordinator
• Legal Policy Researcher
• Organizational Development Consultant
• Grants Administration Specialist
• Board Governance Advisor
• Public Policy Advocate

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.S. in Faith-Based Juridical Science Nonprofit Laws
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years