Our certificate in Christian studies provides you with a comprehensive overview of theology and ministry. The courses required for this certificate are the same nine units of required courses for all of our Master of Arts degrees. After these requirements are fulfilled, you can choose a variety of courses in theology, history, ministry and mission to complete your certificate.

Highlights

Career opportunities

This certificate gives graduates a deeper knowledge of the Scriptures and a greater understanding of theology improving your current ministry leadership skills.

Faculty

Mark Baker, Ph.D.

Professor of Mission and Theology

Terry Brensinger, Ph.D.

Seminary President and University Vice President

Tim Geddert, Ph.D.

Professor of New Testament

Lynn Jost, Ph.D.

Professor of Old Testament and Preaching, Director of the Anabaptist Center

Valerie Rempel, Ph.D.

Dean of the Seminary, Associate Professor, J.B. Toews Chair of History and Theology

Admission requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university 
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Completion of FPBS application materials

Course listing

Required Courses (30 Units)

BIB-720 The Church and God’s Mission in the World (3)

Electives

Select 21 units from the following:

• MIN-750A/B/C/D Cross Cultural Encounter or intercultural mission course (3)
• Bible courses(3-9 units)
• Theology or history courses (3-9 units)
• Ministry or mission courses (3-9 units)

Bible knowledge requirement