Master of Arts in Faith-Based Blockchain Technology, Specialization in Digital Currency Fundraising

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Blockchain Technology, Specialization in Digital Currency Fundraising

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced Faith-Based Blockchain Technology core

27 credit hours

Research, assessment, and program evaluation

12 credit hours

Professional application and field experience

12 credit hours

Graduate capstone requirement

9 credit hours

The Master of Arts in Faith-Based Blockchain Technology with a specialization in Digital Currency Fundraising is a rigorous graduate program designed to integrate advanced distributed ledger technology with the strategic financial needs of faith-based nonprofit organizations. The curriculum provides students with a technical foundation in blockchain architecture, smart contracts, and decentralized finance, while simultaneously grounding these innovations in principles of transparent stewardship and ethical organizational governance. By bridging the gap between emerging financial technologies and charitable objectives, the program prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of digital asset management within a framework of integrity and community service. Students will explore how immutable ledger systems can enhance donor trust, streamline fundraising operations, and ensure institutional accountability, all while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct and servant leadership. Through a combination of technical coursework and application-based assignments, the program fosters a holistic understanding of how digital tools can be leveraged to expand the impact of mission-driven initiatives. Graduates will emerge with the analytical skills necessary to implement sustainable technology strategies that honor the values of their respective organizations.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in Faith-Based Blockchain Technology theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based blockchain technology-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based blockchain technology-support program; A professional training manual; A program-development and evaluation project; Another faculty-approved scholarly project.

The program is designed for completion within two academic years by students maintaining the University's prescribed full-time course load. Part-time students may require additional time.

Florida establishes a minimum of 24 semester credits beyond the bachelor's degree for a master's program. The University's 60-credit requirement is an institutional academic standard that exceeds that minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 60
• Duration: 2 years
• Degree Level: Master

Capstone Project

• 4
• All Core Courses
• TEC650
• Advanced Cybersecurity for Nonprofits
• 2
• TEC550
• MGT660
• Change Management for Digital Transition
• 2
• MGT570
• BUS670
• Global Philanthropy and Digital Networks
• 2
• BUS630
• CAP690 — Capstone Project: Culminating project requiring the design and evaluation of an integrated digital fundraising strategy for a nonprofit entity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• TEC650 — Advanced Cybersecurity for Nonprofits: Risk assessment and defense strategies for protecting sensitive donor information and institutional digital assets. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT660 — Change Management for Digital Transition: Strategies for guiding organizational change and adopting new technologies with institutional support. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS670 — Global Philanthropy and Digital Networks: Examination of how digital technologies connect global donors to localized community efforts and missions. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Thesis or Capstone Project

• The Capstone Project serves as the final academic demonstration of the student’s mastery in the intersection of blockchain technology and nonprofit fundraising. Students are required to design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive digital fundraising strategy for a real-world community organization, documenting the technical architecture, financial compliance, and ethical considerations inherent in the initiative. This project accounts for 4 credit hours and is conducted under the mentorship of faculty who specialize in both technical and theological disciplines.
• Beyond technical proficiency, the Capstone integrates faith-based perspectives by requiring students to articulate how their project promotes the mission of their host organization through the lens of biblical stewardship and ethical integrity. Students must provide a reflective analysis on how their work demonstrates servant leadership and fosters spiritual formation within a technical workspace. Successful completion requires a formal presentation and a written thesis that reflects professional rigor, technical feasibility, and alignment with the values of faith-informed service.

Career Opportunities

• Director of Digital Innovation for Faith-Based Nonprofits
• Nonprofit Fundraising Consultant for Emerging Technologies
• Stewardship Officer for Digital Asset Management
• Director of Development for Global Relief Organizations
• Community Relations Manager for Blockchain Technology Projects
• Grant and Digital Endowment Coordinator
• Nonprofit Strategic Operations Advisor

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 | M.A. in Faith-Based Blockchain Technology, Specialization in Digital Currency Fundraising
• Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
• Advanced Faith-Based Blockchain Technology core | 27 credit hours
• Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
• Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
• Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC501 | Blockchain Foundations | 4 | None
• ETH505 | Ethics in Digital Stewardship | 4 | None
• BUS510 | Nonprofit Organizational Management | 4 | None
• COM520 | Strategic Communication for Missions | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC550 | Smart Contract Architecture | 4 | TEC501
• FIN560 | Digital Finance and Asset Security | 4 | TEC501
• MGT570 | Leadership and Servant Organizational Culture | 4 | BUS510
• RES580 | Research Methods for Social Impact | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• TEC610 | Advanced Tokenization for Fundraising | 4 | TEC550
• LAW620 | Regulatory Compliance in Digital Giving | 4 | BUS510
• BUS630 | Strategic Fundraising and Development | 4 | BUS510
• BUS640 | Strategic Asset Management and Sustainability | 4 | ETH505
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP690 | Capstone Project | 4 | All Core Courses
• TEC650 | Advanced Cybersecurity for Nonprofits | 2 | TEC550
• MGT660 | Change Management for Digital Transition | 2 | MGT570
• BUS670 | Global Philanthropy and Digital Networks | 2 | BUS630