Missions Leadership
The Missions Leadership certificate is designed to educate, train, and mobilize students who feel called to serve in a global context.
— Missions Leadership is an in-person learning experience that is currently offered at our Birmingham, Auburn East, and Madison campuses.
Certificate Details
Taken in parallel with the Christian Leadership certificate, this one-year academic program—combined with an additional year for completing a mission trip requirement—provides comprehensive preparation for cross-cultural mission work. The Missions Leadership certificate is your gateway to serve the global mission field in an impactful way, providing the education, training, and practical experience you need to follow God's leading into international ministry at home or abroad.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Global Perspective: Gain a deep understanding of global cultures and the diverse ways in which the gospel can be shared and lived out in different contexts.
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Develop skills in communicating the gospel across cultural barriers, with sensitivity and respect for local customs and traditions.
- Practical Missions Experience: Acquire hands-on experience through a mission trip, preparing you to effectively serve and lead in a global missions context.
Program Benefits
- Personalized Development: Be fully equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills for cross-cultural mission work.
- Hands-On Experience: Apply your learning in real-world settings, ensuring you are ready to meet the challenges of global missions.
- Guided Mission Trip: Benefit from expert guidance and mentorship throughout your mission trip planning and execution, enhancing the effectiveness and impact of your service.
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