Doctorate Degree
in Christian Ministry
Doctorate Degree in Christian Ministry
The Doctorate of Christian Ministry is a terminal, post-master’s research degree representing the highest level of academic achievement offered by More Than Conquerors College. This forty-five (45) credit-hour doctoral program is designed to prepare experienced ministry leaders for advanced theological integration, rigorous academic research, and senior-level ministerial leadership within the church and broader Christian service.
Requirements: Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Christian Ministry, Biblical Studies, or a closely related theological field from an approved institution. All other admission considerations are reviewed individually by the Registrar and the Academic Office.
Students entering the doctoral program are expected to have completed an appropriate master’s-level thesis in the field of biblical or ministerial studies. This thesis serves as foundational research preparation for doctoral-level academic work.
Applicants who completed a non-thesis master’s program—such as those whose capstone requirements consisted of projects, portfolios, or other non-research components—will be required to complete a thesis class (MCM-600) prior to beginning advanced doctoral coursework. The institution will provide guidelines, timelines, and supervision to ensure the thesis meets the academic standards necessary for doctoral studies. Student must possess a Master in Christian Ministry or Biblical Studies. All other considerations must be discussed with the Registrar.
Doctoral Courses
DMIN 700- Apologetics III 3 credits
DMIN 701– Understanding Postmodern 3 credits
Culture and Worldviews
DMIN 702- Advanced Cultivating Organizational 3 credits
Culture and Climate for a
Healthy Church
DMIN 703- Ethics and The Church 3 credits
DMIN 704- Advanced Conflict Resolution, 3 credits
Adjudication & Biblical Peacemaking
DMIN 705- Advanced Strategic Planning 3 credits
DMIN 706- Advanced Developing 3 credits
Christian Leaders
DMIN 707- Strategic Missional Engagement 3 credits
for Global and Local Contexts
DMIN 708- Advanced Ministry Practicum 3 credits
(130 contact hours)
Required: The three components of study in the Doctoral Program are:
1- Required Coursework: 30 credits
2- Doctoral Research and Dissertation: 12 credits
3- Advanced Ministry Practicum: 3 credits
Total Credits: 45 Credits
Doctoral Research and Dissertation
DMIN 709– Dissertation and Academic Writing 3 credits
DMIN 710– Dissertation Research I 3 credits
DMIN 711- Dissertation Research II 3 credits
DMIN 712- Dissertation Presentation and Defense 3 credits
Doctoral Level Elective Course Options (Choose 2)
DMIN 713 Leading Change in Congregational Systems 3 credits
DMIN 714 Digital Ministry and Online Communication Strategies 3 credits
DMIN 715 Trauma -Informed Ministry 3 credits
DMIN 716 Resilience and Well - Being for Ministry Leaders 3 credits
DMIN 717 Nonprofit Leadership and Governance 3 credits
DMIN 718 Technology, AI, and the Future of Ministry 3 credits
DMIN 719 Marketplace Ministry and Faith - Work Integration 3 credits
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