SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary

Biblical Studies

The degree equips students for the biblical research aspects of ministry related to teaching, preaching, Bible education, and research. Students research biblical concepts and theological principles with a view toward equipping the saints and building the local church. The MA in Biblical Studies is an appropriate degree for anyone called to serve in any of the five-fold ministries.

Biblical Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) degree is a three-year degree offered for the purpose of equipping students for effective ministry through academic instruction combined with hands-on ministry and personal mentorship that help students attain a fundamental grounding in Biblical Studies. The BABS program does not accept new students but only serves students who are currently enrolled in the program.

Christian Leadership

The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership is a graduate theological education program designed for men and women called to leadership roles or positions in a local church setting, para-church organizations, or the marketplace, and those currently in leadership roles seeking to enhance their leadership skills both practically and theologically.

Divinity

The MDiv specializes in biblical interpretation and Christian theological heritage with a view towards building the Kingdom of God impacting culture and society. MDiv students should be able to defend and articulate the Christian ethical and theological system, produce scholarly biblical and theological research, and integrate these principles in all aspects of ministry leadership, development and administration and theological research.

Theology and Ministry

The Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Ministry (BATM) degree is a three-year degree offered for the purpose of equipping students for effective ministry through academic instruction combined with hands-on ministry and personal mentorship that help students a fundamental grounding in biblical and theological studies.

Theology and Ministry

The Associate of Arts in Theology and Ministry (AATM) degree is a one-and-a-half-year degree offered for the purpose of equipping students for effective ministry through academic instruction combined with hands-on ministry and personal mentorship that helps students develop a foundation in biblical and theological studies.

Worship and Music

The BAWM is a three-year degree that prepares worship ministry leaders in musical proficiency through skill and disciplinary development in the tradition of musical conservatories. Together with a biblical-theological education, the degree cultivates servant leaders with practical ministry experience in a setting that provides for personal mentorship.