Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Ministry and Leadership] From Oral Roberts University

?Foundational to this purpose, students are equipped with a solid knowledge of the Bible, a sound understanding of theology and an effective grasp of ministry enabling them, through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, to proclaim the healing Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Within the Ministry & Leadership major, students select one of five concentrations: church administration, evangelism & outreach, local church pastor, missions, or youth & family ministry. In each area of concentration a cognate of hermeneutics, an Old and New Testament elective, research seminar, introduction to theology, and either major world religions or Christian apologetics is required.The church administration concentration educates and equips students to become church administrators. Foundational to this concentration is training in organization, programming, leadership aspects and the relationship of the church to the denomination and society. Skills are developed in the administration of nonprofit organizations, principles of management and organizational behavior. Students also acquire skills in preaching and teaching the Bible. This major emphasizes a strong biblical/theological foundation and provides well-balanced training in the theory and practice of pastoral ministry.