The program has equipped and helped me confirm my ministry. (Philippines, '05 Grad)
I did not just learn about the knowledge but the life examples of the professors and everyone in ABTS. Your examples challenged us to go to the mission field by faith. (Hong Kong Student)
The more I have studied with the program, the more confident and committed I have become in the area of using the Bible as a key tool in my ministry. (Student in Thailand)
Degree Programs
Through the Asia Baptist Theological Seminary, the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism and Cornerstone University make available graduate-level theological education to eligible national church leaders and foreign missionaries ministering in Asia. Since 1983, this program has provided the means whereby these individuals can earn Masters Degrees from Cornerstone University while remaining in Asia.
Cornerstone University and its associated seminaries are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and are authorized to grant degrees by the Michigan State Board of Education. Students are guaranteed to receive the same quality and standards of education as those students studying on the US campus and receive fully accredited degrees.
In-Ministry Master of Religious Education
Concentrations in Educational, Pastoral & Intercultural Ministries
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32 credit hours (11 modules)
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for all Christian workers with undergraduate degrees, both professional and lay leaders
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upgrade ministry skills in one of 3 concentrations:
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Educational Ministries
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Pastoral Ministries
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Intercultural Ministries
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broaden biblical and theological foundations for ministry
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remain in your ministry while studying
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5 years permitted for program completion
Master of Arts
Interdisciplinery Studies in Bible, Theology & Ministry
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63 credit hours
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In-Ministry MRE graduates complete 64 credit hours to earn both degrees
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in-depth investigation in 3 content areas:
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Bible
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Theology
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Ministry Leadership
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substantial elective category allows exploration of areas most suited to the student's ministry
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builds toward higher degrees
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remain in your ministry while studying
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8 years permitted for program completion