Master of Arts in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainability Green Technology

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced Faith-Based Renewable Energy 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 Renewable Energy with a specialization in Sustainability Green Technology offers a rigorous academic framework for students seeking to lead at the intersection of environmental stewardship and ethical organizational practice. This graduate program explores advanced technical concepts in renewable energy systems, energy policy, and sustainable infrastructure, grounded in the principles of creation care and responsible resource management. Through a curriculum designed to foster technical proficiency and ethical decision-making, students gain the analytical tools necessary to address complex global energy challenges.

Students in this program benefit from a multidisciplinary approach that blends engineering principles with administrative strategy and social responsibility. The degree emphasizes the application of sustainable technologies in diverse community settings, promoting servant leadership as the foundation for innovation. Graduates will be equipped to evaluate, design, and manage projects that harmonize technological advancement with the moral imperative to preserve resources for future generations.

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

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based renewable energy-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 Thesis Project

• 4
• Completion of 56 credits
• RES700 — Policy, Law, and Environmental Regulation: Reviews the regulatory landscape governing energy production and environmental protection. Prepares students to navigate compliance in diverse regions. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS710 — Institutional Resource Governance: Focuses on the governance of large-scale infrastructure assets and ethical procurement. Addresses the role of board leadership in stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES720 — Sustainable Community Development: Integrates all previous concepts into a holistic model for community-based environmental revitalization. Focuses on long-term scalability and durability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• CAP750 — Capstone Thesis Project: The culminating project requiring the student to execute a sustainability feasibility study and implementation plan for a partner organization. Reflects personal synthesis of faith-based principles and technical training. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Thesis or Capstone Project

• The Master’s Capstone Project represents the culminating academic experience of the program, requiring students to synthesize their technical training with their development as ethical leaders. Students will conduct an original, field-based assessment of an energy-related challenge within a nonprofit or faith-based organization, proposing a comprehensive and sustainable solution that aligns with institutional values. This project accounts for 4 credit hours and serves as a formal demonstration of the candidate's ability to execute complex, research-informed work.
• The project emphasizes the integration of faith-based perspectives by requiring students to articulate how their proposed solutions reflect biblical stewardship, social justice, and servant leadership. Deliverables include a formal research paper and a technical implementation proposal designed to guide the target organization in reducing its environmental footprint. Through this experience, students demonstrate both professional competence in sustainable technology and the formation of an ethical character dedicated to the long-term flourishing of their communities.

Career Opportunities

• Sustainability Program Manager for Faith-Based Nonprofits
• Energy Systems Consultant for Community Development Organizations
• Director of Operations for Eco-Conscious Religious Institutions
• Policy Analyst for Environmental Advocacy Groups
• Renewable Energy Project Coordinator for Mission Agencies
• Organizational Sustainability Auditor

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 Renewable Energy
• Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
• Advanced Faith-Based Renewable Energy 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
• RES500 | Foundations of Sustainable Systems | 4 | None
• ETH510 | Stewardship and Ethics in Technology | 3 | None
• MGT520 | Organizational Leadership for Sustainability | 4 | None
• RES530 | Quantitative Methods for Energy Analysis | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BIO600 | Environmental Science and Ecology | 4 | RES500
• BUS610 | Financial Stewardship of Green Assets | 4 | RES530
• COM620 | Advocacy and Community Engagement | 3 | None
• RES630 | Advanced Solar Photovoltaic Systems | 3 | RES500
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MGT650 | Strategic Project Management | 4 | MGT520
• RES660 | Energy Storage and Grid Integration | 4 | RES630
• SOC670 | Social Impact Assessment | 3 | None
• RES680 | Special Topics in Green Technology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• RES700 | Policy, Law, and Environmental Regulation | 4 | None
• BUS710 | Institutional Resource Governance | 4 | BUS610
• RES720 | Sustainable Community Development | 3 | None
• CAP750 | Capstone Thesis Project | 4 | Completion of 56 credits