Academic Programs

Ministerial Courses and Certificates

"Called forth in varied paths yet united in purpose—be it doctorate, master’s, or certificate. Each formed to shape minds and stir spirits."

Our Academic Programs

Explore admission and course requirements across our theological and ministry tracks.

Doctorate 48 Units

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min)

Program Requirements

Completion of a minimum coursework of 48 units:

  • Tutorial courses: 40 units
  • Dissertation: 8 units

Admission Requirements

The applicant must complete the Master of Ministry program of IGSM with a grade point average of A or above.

Master's 45 Units

Master of Ministry (M.Min)

Program Requirements

Completion of a minimum coursework of 45 units:

  • Required courses: 33 units
  • Elective courses: 6 units
  • Research Project: 6 units

Admission Requirements

  • The applicant must have more than 3 years of missional/pastoral experience with a good reputation and ministerial consequences.
  • B.Min,/B.Th/BA.Th/B.A. degree or the equivalent with a grade point average of B from recognized/accredited school..
Diploma / Cert 39 Units

Diploma / Certificate in Int'l Ministry

Coursework Breakdown:
Tutorial: 33 units Electives: 6 units

• The applicant must have more than 3 years of missional/pastoral experience with a good reputation and ministerial consequences.

• High School graduate with a grade point average of B or above.

• The applicant who has 5 years missional/pastoral experience with a good reputation but has not graduated high school consults with school authority before admission. If admitted, a certificate will be awarded upon completion of the required courses.

Certificate 39 Units

Certificate of Disc. Ministry

Coursework Breakdown:
Tutorial: 33 units Electives: 6 units

• 3+ years missional/pastoral experience with good reputation.

• High school graduate with GPA of B or above.

• Applicants with 5+ years experience without a high school diploma may consult school authority prior to admission.

Certificate 39 Units

Certificate of Basic / Advanced Study in Theology

Coursework Breakdown:
Tutorial: 33 units Electives: 6 units

• 3+ years missional/pastoral experience with good reputation.

• High school graduate with GPA of B or above.

• Applicants with 5+ years experience without a high school diploma may consult school authority prior to admission.

Curriculum

Required & Elective Curriculum

All students enrolled in any IGSM program are required to complete these core and chosen subjects for graduation.

Core

Required Courses

  1. 01 Evangelical Theology
  2. 02 Homiletics
  3. 03 Covenantal Survey of the Bible
  4. 04 Preliminary
  5. 05 Discipleship 1 – 3
  6. 06 Leadership 1 – 3
  7. 07 Mission Perspective
  8. 08 Evangelism
Choose Your Focus

Elective Courses

  • Pastoral Counseling
  • Church Planting & Growth
  • Family Ministry
  • Church History
  • Westminster Confession of Faith
  • Prayer Ministry
  • Christian Education
  • Sunday School
  • Pastoral / Missional Ethics

Application Procedure

1. Applicants must submit the following required documents:

  • • IGSM application form
  • • Official transcript from high school or college
  • • Recommendation letters (from a teacher/professor & senior pastor/chairman)
  • • Essay/Testimony detailing personal Christian journey and study motivation (500+ words)
  • • Health certificate indicating physical fitness to pursue studies

2. Admissions Notification

The applicant will be notified directly by the admission office regarding registration instructions.

Scholarship Guidelines

Full Scholarship Offer

All students, excluding those under Bachelor of Ministry and Doctor of Ministry programs, will be offered a full scholarship for their studies at IGSM.

Student Responsibilities

Other miscellaneous expenses—including textbooks and reference materials—are the sole responsibility of the student.

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