Certificate in Biblical Studies
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Program Overview
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Program Duration
Duration: 1 Academic Year (2 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 30
Total Courses: 10
Assessment: Exams, Assignments, Quizzes, Practical Ministry, Project Work
Minimum CGPA for Graduation: 2.00
Program Structure
Semester One — 15 Credits
Code Course Title Credits
DBS 101 Old Testament Survey I (Pentateuch & History) 3
DBS 102 New Testament Survey I (Gospels & Acts) 3
DBS 103 Introduction to Hermeneutics 3
DBS 104 Christian Doctrine & Theology I 3
DBS 105 Spiritual Formation & Christian Living 3
Semester Two — 15 Credits
Code Course Title Credits
DBS 106 Old Testament Survey II (Poetry & Prophets) 3
DBS 107 New Testament Survey II (Epistles & Revelation) 3
DBS 108 Biblical Languages (Basic Hebrew & Greek) 3
DBS 109 Christian Doctrine & Theology II 3
DBS 110 Church History & Early Christianity
Semester Three — 15 Credits
Code Course Title Credits
DBS 201 Biblical Theology (Themes of Scripture) 3
DBS 202 Apologetics & Biblical Worldview 3
DBS 203 Pastoral Ministry & Practical Theology 3
DBS 204 Elective (choose one)* 3
DBS 205 Research Project / Practical Field Ministry 3
📝 Research Project / Field Ministry (DBS 205)
Students must complete one of the following:
✔ Exegetical research project (4,000–5,000 words)
✔ Applied ministry project (Evangelism outreach, church program)
✔ Thematic biblical study with application in ministry
✔ Mentored fieldwork in a local church
✔ Presentation & defense (Viva)
Assessment Weight
• Written Project: 60%
• Practical Ministry Evidence: 25%
• Oral Defense: 15%
🎓 Grading System (GPA Scale)
Grade Score Range Grade Point
A 80–100% 4.0
B+ 75–79% 3.5
B 70–74% 3.0
C+ 65–69% 2.5
C 60–64% 2.0
D 50–59% 1.5
F 0–49% 0.0
Trimester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
Trimester 1
| MCA 601 | Biblical Foundations of Leadership and Administration | 3 |
Trimester 1
| MCA 602 | Strategic Planning for Ministry Effectiveness | 3 |
Trimester 1
| MCA 603 | Church and Nonprofit Financial Management | 3 |
Trimester 1
| MCA 604 | Organizational Behavior and Change | 3 |
Trimester 2 | MCA 605 | Human Resource Management in Ministry | 3 |
Trimester 2
| MCA 606 | Conflict Resolution and Church Governance | 3 |
Trimester 2 | MCA 607 | Technology and Communication in Ministry | 3 |
Trimester 2
| MCA 608 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Church Administration | 3 |
Total Credit Hours for Year 1: 24 credits
Final Semester: Project/Thesis Phase
The final semester is focused on practical implementation and research through a capstone project or thesis. Students will identify real-world administrative issues in ministry settings and propose biblically grounded solutions.
Course Code | Thesis/Project Component
| Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
MCA 701
| Research Methods and Proposal Development | 6 |
MCA 702
| Project or Thesis Writing and Supervision | 6 |
MCA 703
| Final Presentation and Oral Defense | 6 |
Total Credit Hours for Final Semester: 9 credits
Total Program Credits: 33
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.
Dr. Isaac Amoah
Theology
Dr. Comfort Naa Ayerkai Amoah
DR. JOSEPH-LOGOS NIIODAI ODAI
Theology
Dr. Patience Quaye
School of Christian Counseling
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