Master of Divinity in Ministry Leadership—On Campus

Be Equipped to Lead Confidently in a Variety of Ministry Contexts

Your Master of Divinity in Ministry Leadership will prepare you for effective and exemplary Christian leadership in a variety of settings through biblical, theological, professional, and spiritual life training. You’ll be ready to plan, organize, lead, counsel, resolve conflicts, assess, manage change, and direct a range of church and parachurch ministries. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply what you’re learning in practical ministry.

This program is also offered online

Program Plan (pdf)

Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

Through your Master of Divinity in Ministry Leadership, you will:
Develop expertise in ministering to people of various ethnic backgrounds and religious worldviews.
Expand your skills in interpersonal relationships, evangelism, discipleship, and church planting.
Grow in scriptural knowledge, ministry experience, servanthood, and Christian character.
Develop intercultural skills under guided supervision through an internship.
Meet the foundational requirements of evangelical missions agencies.

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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Association for Biblical Higher Education

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Association of Theological Schools

Higher Learning Commission

Life at Moody Theological Seminary

In addition to courses, MTS offers an array of events and activities for student participation outside of the classroom on our Chicago and Michigan campuses:

  • Commuter and off-campus life
  • Spiritual enrichment Chicago: chapels, conferences, and more
  • Spiritual enrichment Michigan: chapels, prayer, and more
  • International student support
  • Library services

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