EdD in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting Guide Faith Organizations
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Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Develop Consulting Skills to Help Faith-Based Organizations Thrive with Liberty’s Doctor of Education in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting
Liberty’s Doctor of Education (EdD) in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting degree may be your key to a career that involves helping faith-based organizations achieve their vision and mission. Picture yourself guiding nonprofit organizations and churches to help them grow stronger and more effective. You’re not just a consultant or a leader; you can become a beacon of faith, guiding others with wisdom and expertise. With an online doctoral degree in Christian leadership – faith-based consulting, you can gain the knowledge and skills you need to make a real difference in your community and beyond.
The goal of our EdD in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting is to help you develop consulting techniques within faith-based organizations for areas such as crisis management and resolution, nonprofit management and leadership, organizational leadership transitions, and organizational development. The consulting process for Christian organizations is unique, and learning how to navigate this process can help open a wide variety of doors for you in the industry.
Accreditation
Liberty Theological Seminary, as part of Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your seminary degree is approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
Why Choose Liberty’s Doctor of Education in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting Degree?
Imagine being able to work toward your degree from anywhere at any time. With Liberty University, you can do just that! Our Doctor of Education (EdD) in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting degree is 100% online, which means you’ll have the opportunity to study and learn from the comfort of your home or wherever is most convenient for you. Online education provides you with the chance to continue your current job, spend time with your family, and still work on your degree – all at your own pace.
Liberty University also offers you the opportunity to learn from some of the best minds in the fields of faith-based consultancy, Christian formation, digital discipleship, and the church. The Spirit-filled faculty at Liberty are not just teachers – they’re mentors who care deeply about your growth. They can not only help you develop your professional skills but also nurture the fruit of the Spirit within you. Imagine the kind of impact you could make with such guidance!
Liberty University is home to the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, one of the leading academic institutions for theological training. Becoming a Liberty student means you’re learning from an institution that is recognized and respected in the field of Christian leadership. With Liberty’s Doctor of Education in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting degree, you’re not just picking a degree – you’re embarking on an educational experience that can shape your future in remarkable ways.
What Will You Study in Our EdD in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting Degree?
In our Doctor of Christian Leadership – Faith-Based consulting program, each course is designed to give you a deep understanding of key areas in Christian leadership and consultancy. During this program, you will have the opportunity to gain insight into the theological foundations of leadership using evidence found in Scripture. Additionally, you will study the theological foundations of education, including the history and philosophy of Christian education.
While earning your EdD in Christian Leadership with a specialization in faith-based consulting, you can become equipped with the tools and techniques needed to be an effective consultant in the faith-based sector. You can gain an understanding of the role, skills, and character qualities required to be successful in the industry. You can also learn how to help faith-based organizations create a culturally and contextually relevant vision for the future.
As a student in our doctor in Christian leadership – faith-based consulting program, you’ll have the opportunity to obtain a comprehension of different cultures and how to adapt your leadership style to them, which can help you become a more empathetic and versatile leader. You will also be required to complete a series of praxis courses, which are designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice. These courses will encourage you to apply advanced theoretical concepts to a real-world situation. Through interactive learning, independent research, and critical reflection, you can hone your practical skills, promote creative problem-solving, and deepen your understanding of the subject matter. These courses are pivotal in preparing you for professional roles after graduation. As a graduate, you can be equipped with the knowledge to serve, lead, and make a difference in organizations that need it most.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Christian school consultant
- Christian school principal
- Church consultant
- Missions organization consultant
- Nonprofit program coordinator
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
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Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
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EdS and EdD Full Time | $595/Credit |
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EdS and EdD Part Time | $650/Credit |
Military EdS and EdD | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for the EdD in Christian Leadership – Faith-Based Consulting Online
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Submit a Statement of Purpose
- In 1,000-1,500 words, please answer the following questions:
- How has your previous education and/or work experience prepared you for doctoral studies at Liberty University?
- What is your goal with regard to pursuing a doctoral education at Liberty University?
- Please describe the character and values you possess that will help you succeed in your desired field.
- In 1,000-1,500 words, please answer the following questions:
- Submit a School of Divinity Questionnaire (login required).
- Department Review
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
- Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.
Transcript Policies
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for EdS and EdD courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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