Master of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management 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 Engineering in Project Management is a specialized graduate program designed to integrate advanced technical project management methodologies with the principles of ethical leadership and stewardship. The curriculum provides students with a robust foundation in engineering project lifecycles, risk assessment, and resource allocation, while emphasizing the application of servant leadership to complex organizational challenges. Students engage in rigorous academic study that balances technical proficiency with a commitment to integrity, community engagement, and responsible management of resources. By fostering an environment where engineering excellence meets conscientious practice, the program equips graduates to navigate the complexities of modern project management through the lens of mission-driven values.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in faith-based engineering in project management theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based engineering in project management-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based engineering in project management-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 in Engineering Management

• 6
• All Core Courses
• MGT650
• Organizational Strategy and Implementation
• 3
• MGT610
• LAW610
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance for Engineers
• 3
• None
• MGT600
• Professional Development and Career Strategy
• 3
• None
• CAP690 — Capstone Project in Engineering Management: The capstone project requires the application of project management methodologies to a real-world engineering challenge. Students integrate technical expertise with faith-based leadership principles to deliver comprehensive project solutions. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT650 — Organizational Strategy and Implementation: Students examine the alignment of project initiatives with broader organizational goals. The course focuses on change management and long-term strategic execution. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• LAW610 — Legal and Regulatory Compliance for Engineers: This course covers the legal landscape of engineering projects, including permits, safety regulations, and public accountability. Students learn to navigate compliance requirements with professional integrity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT600 — Professional Development and Career Strategy: This course examines the integration of personal values and professional competencies within the engineering project management landscape. Students analyze career trajectories and develop self-directed plans for lifelong learning and professional growth. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Thesis or Capstone Project

• The Master of Arts in Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management culminates in a 6-credit Capstone Project, serving as the definitive integration of technical theory and ethical application. Students are expected to design and implement a comprehensive management solution for a real-world engineering problem, demonstrating professional competence in project initiation, planning, execution, and closure. This project requires students to synthesize their learning with the application of servant leadership, addressing how their proposed outcomes reflect stewardship and integrity within a community context.
• The project deliverables include a formal technical report, a project management plan, and a reflective analysis of the ethical implications of their work. The reflective analysis must articulate how the student has integrated a commitment to faith-based stewardship and spiritual formation into their professional decision-making process. By successfully completing this project, students demonstrate not only mastery of project management standards but also the capacity to serve as ethical leaders in their respective organizations.

Career Opportunities

• Engineering Project Manager for Nonprofits
• Operations Manager in Faith-Based Humanitarian Organizations
• Stewardship and Facilities Coordinator
• Community Development Infrastructure Consultant
• Strategic Planning Lead for Mission-Driven Engineering Firms
• Public Works Project Administrator
• Technical Program Manager for Charitable Institutions

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 Engineering in Project Management
• Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
• Advanced Faith-Based Engineering in Project Management 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
• MGT501 | Foundations of Engineering Management | 4 | None
• ETH510 | Ethical Stewardship in Professional Practice | 4 | None
• ENG520 | Systems Engineering Methodologies | 4 | None
• RES505 | Quantitative Research for Project Success | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT550 | Strategic Project Scheduling and Budgeting | 4 | MGT501
• COM530 | Professional Communication and Stakeholder Engagement | 4 | None
• ENG560 | Engineering Risk Management | 4 | ENG520
• LDR515 | Principles of Servant Leadership | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT610 | Operations and Supply Chain Management | 4 | MGT550
• ENG620 | Sustainable Design and Infrastructure | 4 | ENG560
• MGT630 | Advanced Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution | 4 | LDR515
• BUS605 | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | 3 | MGT550
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP690 | Capstone Project in Engineering Management | 6 | All Core Courses
• MGT650 | Organizational Strategy and Implementation | 3 | MGT610
• LAW610 | Legal and Regulatory Compliance for Engineers | 3 | None
• MGT600 | Professional Development and Career Strategy | 3 | None