D.Min. in Apostolic Leadership

Objectives and Outcomes

The primary objective of the D.Min in Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology is to enhance students’ corporate apostolic leadership and applied theological understanding.

Great emphasis is placed on applied ministry for persons who have engaged in substantial ministerial leadership. The goals of D.Min. in Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology are directed to individuals’ knowledge of religious heritage, understanding of the seven missional (mountains) of cultural influence, context and cultural contextualization, growth in spiritual depth and moral integrity, and capacity for ministerial and public leadership.

Program Road Map

Core Courses

Residentials

Dissertation

If you are a leadership professional who is looking to progress into advance leadership levels, in a strategic management role, or an educational planning or development role, this is the best degree for you.

Learning outcomes are congruent with Christ’s Great Commandment, Commission and Dominion Mandate. Students shall demonstrate that they have achieved the goals or learning outcomes of the program by means of direct and indirect evidence of student learning.

These specific, learning outcomes will shape and inform the design of all courses, supervised ministry experiences, formation activities, and other instructional strategies to establish a coherent and integrated curriculum for the Doctor of Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology program.

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Academics

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Course list
  1. Committed, mature Christian leader.
  2. Agree to live a life that honors God and abide by scriptural guidelines outlined in the Bible
  3. Leadership experience (60% weight in admission): Minimum of five years in a senior leadership role at a local church/organization.
  4. Educational experience (40% weight in admission)
  5. Must have either a Christian MA/MS, or a WU Master of Apostolic Leadership and Applied Ministry degree.
  6. All non-Christian related MA degree holders are expected to complete WU Master program first.
  7. Two references (1 pastoral and 1 peer reference).

The total tuition for the D.Min in Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology is $34,800 (not including grants or scholarship awards). 

The program length is 30 months. Students can choose the following payment method:

  1. Pay annually, without an additional 3% processing fee
  2. Pay monthly, there will be an additional 3% processing fee

WU does not offer assistance through Federal Student Loan programs.

WU offers special scholarships, please check the scholarship page. 

  1. Finish all required courses with 3.0 GPA or higher
  2. Attend at least 3 times Residential training
  3. Finish the dissertation and defending
  4. Tuition is paid in full
  1. Thy Kingdom Come: Dominion Mandate
  2. Apostolic Leadership
  3. Marketplace Ministry and BAM Movement
  4. Action Research for Final Dissertation
  5. Revival, Reformation & Social Transformation
  6. Heaven’s Economy and the Great Transfer of Wealth 
  7. Missiology: World Evangelism and Church Planting Movement 
  8. Church Planting and Church Growth
  9. Strategic Spiritual Warfare 
  10. Final Dissertation: Transform Your World

 

Why Study Here

Transform your apostolic leadership and applied theological understanding.  This program will empower you in church polity and governance, social transformation and global mission. It will elevate your spiritual authority to the Kingdom level.

Admission Requirements

  1. Committed, mature Christian leader.
  2. Agree to live a life that honors God and abide by scriptural guidelines outlined in the Bible
  3. Leadership experience (60% weight in admission): Minimum of five years in a senior leadership role at a local church/organization.
  4. Educational experience (40% weight in admission)
  5. Must have either a M.Div, M.Theology, or a WU Master of Apostolic Leadership and Applied Ministry degree.
  6. Other Christian MA/MS degree may apply, however, prerequisite courses will be required.
  7. All non-Christian related MA degree holders are expected to complete WU Master program first.
  8. Two references (1 pastoral and 1 peer reference).

 

Tuition

D.Min in Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology:

$610.53 per credit hour, 57 credit hours.

Original total program cost: $34,800 

Scholarship award: *$10,000

Total program cost once scholarship has been awarded: $24,800

Online Course List

Students will have rigorous guided online study in a cohort format. With advanced online learning system, a well-designed course structure, and a cohort mentor, WU students will gain valuable knowledge, discuss best practices and receive shift for their ministry and leadership development.
  1. Thy Kingdom Come: Dominion Mandate
  2. Apostolic Leadership
  3. Marketplace Ministry and BAM Movement
  4. Action Research for Final Dissertation
  5. Revival, Reformation & Social Transformation
  6. Heaven’s Economy and the Great Transfer of Wealth 
  7. Missiology: World Evangelism and Church Planting Movement 
  8. Church Planting and Church Growth
  9. Strategic Spiritual Warfare 
  10. Final Dissertation: Transform Your World

Program Requirements

10 Core Courses – 27 units
3 Residentials – 18 units
1 Dissertation paper – 12 units

Total units for graduation: 57

 

Residential Training

Students will participate in 3 required 4-day face-to-face sessions. Students will meet internationally well-known leaders, receive instruction and impartation for personal breakthrough and maximize their learning experience.

FAQS

Question: Can I submit my application without some of the documents requested?

Answer: Yes, please submit your application and you will be contacted for all missing documents by our admissions team.

Question: Do you offer scholarships at Wagner University?

Answer: We have various scholarships available throughout year. Please contact us to find out what scholarships are currently available. 

Question: How long will it take to earn my degree?

Answer: Depending on the program, it will take between 24 and 30 months to earn your degree.

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Alumni Testimony

Slide "Wagner University has given me the language and tools I need to effectively lead in every area of my life. My leadership abilities have improved by leaps and bounds!" -2019 Graduate Student Slide "This has been an incredible experience and I am amazed at how each week, the topics are exactly what I need in the moment I need them." Slide "The Residential Training have been my favorite part of the program because we get to come together and receive live training, impartation and ministry from some of the best leaders on the frontlines." Slide "I have never been part of such a wonderful group of people who are running with me and have come alongside me to achieve similar goals and to grow deeper in the things of God and utilize the many tools God has given me to fulfill my purpose and calling." Slide "I have never been part of such a wonderful group of people who are running with me and have come alongside me to achieve similar goals and to grow deeper in the things of God and utilize the many tools God has given me to fulfill my purpose and calling."

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