Master's Degree

Master of Arts in Pastoral Leadership

Broadening students' perspectives and understanding of pastoral leadership. 8 courses, 40 hours.

About This Program

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Leadership broadens the student's perspectives and understanding of pastoral leadership. The program consists of eight courses equivalent to forty hours of study.

Once a textbook is read, a 10 to 20 page paper describing what was read must be submitted for grading.

One of the five required core courses must be PL 520 or PL 700 (Philosophy). Courses/Textbooks may not be utilized for more than one degree program.

Five of the eight required courses must be core courses. Up to three may be electives.

Degree Requirements

RequirementCourses / Hours
Total Courses8 courses / 40 hours
Core CoursesMinimum 5 (1 must be PL 520 or PL 700)
Elective CoursesMaximum 3

Tuition

Per Semester

$2,195

4 semesters · $8,780 total est. cost

Monthly Plan

$400/mo

$200 deposit, then $400/month. Choose your settlement option.

Pay in Full

Save $300

$8,480

Full payment at enrollment. Textbooks not included.

* Tuition does not include textbooks. Purchase at your favorite book dealer or Amazon.com.

Curriculum — Authorized Textbooks

Select your core and elective courses from the approved textbook list below.

PL 500

Encountering the New Testament

by Walter E. Elwell

Coursework provided by FTS
PL 520

The Purpose Driven Life (Philosophy — choose PL 520 or PL 700)

by Rick Warren

PL 530

Christian Counseling: A Comprehensive Guide

by Gary R. Collins

Coursework provided by FTS
PL 550

Encountering the Old Testament

by Bill T. Arnold

Coursework provided by FTS
PL 580

There's No Such Thing as 'Business' Ethics; There's Only One Rule for Making Decisions

by John Maxwell

Coursework provided by FTS
PL 590

Paul and His Letters

by John B. Polhill

Coursework provided by FTS

Ready to Begin?

Apply today and start your journey toward a Master's Degree in theology and ministry.