Bachelor of Christian Administration (BCA)
Equipping Christian Leaders with Advanced Administrative and Theological Skills for Ministry Excellence
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Christian Administration (BCA) is a specialized undergraduate degree designed to equip students with biblical leadership, theological foundations, and practical administrative competencies necessary for managing churches, Christian organizations, and ministry institutions. The program blends theological education with managerial training to prepare students for dynamic leadership and administrative roles within faith-based contexts.
Program Purpose
- To integrate biblical principles with administrative practices for effective Christian leadership.
- To develop competent Christian administrators equipped to lead with vision, accountability, and integrity.
- To train students in critical thinking, strategic planning, and ethical leadership from a Christian worldview.
- To provide students with research skills for addressing practical challenges in ministry and administration.
Program Duration and Requirements
Program Duration: 2.5 Years (5 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 90 – 96 Credit Hours
Graduation Requirement: Successful completion of all coursework, ministry practicums, and a Final Year Research Thesis.
Course Code | Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
BCA 101
| Introduction to Christian Administration | 3 |
THE 101
| Foundations of Christian Theology | 3 |
COM 101
| Ministry Communication Skills | 3 |
ENG 101
| English for Ministry and Administration | 3 |
BIB 101
| Old Testament Survey | 3 |
ICT 101
| Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
Course Code | Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
BCA 102 | Church Administration and Governance | 3 |
THE 102 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
BIB 102
| Hermeneutics – Principles of Bible Interpretation | 3 |
LDR 101
| Principles of Christian Leadership | 3 |
FIN 101
| Financial Management for Ministries | 3 |
PTH 101
| Introduction to Pastoral Theology | 3 |
Course Code | Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
BCA 201
| Strategic Planning in Ministry | 3 |
MGT 201
| Organizational Behavior in Church Context | 3 |
LDR 201
| Conflict Management and Christian Ethics | 3 |
MIS 201
| Missions and Church Growth | 3 |
BIB 201
| Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ | 3 |
PRA 201
| Ministry Practicum I | 3 |
Course Code | Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
BCA 301
| Human Resource Management in Ministry | 3 |
EDU 301
| Christian Education and Curriculum Development | 3 |
THE 301
| Comparative Religions and Apologetics | 3 |
LDR 301
| Visionary Leadership and Ministry Innovation | 3 |
LAW 301
| Church Law and Legal Issues | 3 |
PRA 301
| Ministry Practicum II | 3 |
Course Code | Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
BCA 401
| Project Management for Church Projects | 3 |
RES 401
| Research Methods in Christian Administration | 3 |
BCA 402
| Seminar in Church Administration | 3 |
PTH 401
| Ethics and Accountability in Ministry | 3 |
THS 401
| Thesis / Research Project | 3 |
Students will conduct independent research on a topic related to Christian Administration under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The research should demonstrate critical thinking, integration of biblical and administrative principles, and practical relevance to church or ministry management. The final output will include:
- A written thesis (8,000 – 12,000 words)
- A presentation and defense before a panel
- A summary report for possible publication or church application
Electives
Course Code
| Course Title
| Credit Hours
|
|---|---|---|
MED 201
| Media and Technology in Ministry | 3 |
CHS 201
| Church History and Reformation Movements | 3 |
COU 301
| Christian Counseling Basics | 3 |
ENT 301
401
| Entrepreneurship for Christian Leaders | 3 |
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Lead and manage Christian organizations with biblical integrity.
- Apply administrative best practices in church and ministry settings.
- Conduct academic and practical research to solve problems in ministry administration.
- Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, and decision-making in Christian leadership roles.
Accreditation & Affiliations
Committed to Credibility and Quality
SBU holds recognized accreditations and works in affiliation with global theological networks, ministry associations, and academic institutions to ensure our programs meet international standards in both faith and scholarship.
University Leadership
Guided by Vision. Led by Servants.
At SBU, our leadership is comprised of spiritually mature, academically accomplished, and visionary individuals committed to shaping the next generation of Christian leaders.
Bishop
Title
Ph.D. Phillip Sudders
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Dr. Katherine Field
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PhD. Mary Simons
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