Inspire Christian College Lookbook

In Partnership with Southeastern University

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MIKE & LISA KAI Senior Pastors of Inspire Church Inspire Christian College is a location in partnership with Southeastern University, a regionally accredited, Christ–centered institution of higher learning. By attending Inspire College, you have the opportunity to choose between 5 degree plans offered by Southeastern University.

This extension site program provides classes in a primarily online format that will give students the freedom and flexibility of a non-classroom setting to complete work independently. In addition to a unique schedule, each student will earn three credit hours for free per semester through the ministry practicum. In the ministry practicum, students will serve alongside seasoned pastors and leaders and receive hands-on training in various ministries of church life.

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“For we are his workmanship , created in Christ Jesus for good works , which God prepared beforehand , that we should walk in them . ” EPHESIANS 2:10 (AMP)

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DEGREE PLANS

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A S S O C I AT E O F MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP

A S S O C I AT E O F A RT S , G E N E R A L E D U C AT I O N

The Major in Ministerial Leadership

The Associate of Arts degree includes the

allows students to build, refine, and expand their ministry skills while ensuring a broad, robust foundation in theology, the Bible, spiritual development, church ministry, leadership principles, and ecclesiastical operations. All courses are transferrable into the Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership.

core learning components and competencies commonly accepted as foundational for a fouryear baccalaureate degree by many colleges and universities. The AA degree is designed for students who desire recognition for completing the two-year prescribed curriculum. Because many bachelor degrees require specific prerequisites, students should verify how their AA degree and classes transfer into the intended degree.

Graduates will: • Demonstrate knowledge of the background, content, and themes of the biblical text • Demonstrate oral communication skills through research, topical development, and stylespecific presentations of focused material • Demonstrate the ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate statements, arguments, and evidence in order to construct well-supported, clearly articulated conclusions and positions • Demonstrate problem-solving skills in a broad range of significant mathematics 5

BACHELOR DEGREES BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN D I G I TA L M E D I A & D E S I G N In this program, you will receive the knowledge needed to creatively communicate, whether through graphic design, writing or measuring success with analytics — skills that are valued in practically every industry. The curriculum in this program focuses on graphic and web design, digital media, analytics and communications. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to lead others and excel as a communicator, designer and marketer.

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B A C H E L O R O F B U S I N E S S A D M I N I S T R AT I O N Designed for working adults seeking to advance their careers. For those with an AA, students can earn the two-year BBA program, including online course work in finance, accounting, marketing, management and more, preparing you with a solid foundation in business as well as skills that can easily be applied in nearly any career field. An optional concentration in leadership can further enhance your employability, preparing you as an effective manager in your workplace. Program learning outcomes include the following: • Describe how organizations should encourage ethical behavior and practice social responsibility • Identify global trends that impact the business environment • Communicate effectively within a business context • Understand and use foundational concepts related to accounting, business law, the decision sciences, economics, financial analysis, information systems, management and marketing • Identify and apply appropriate leadership styles within various business contexts

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP Maybe you are called to pastor an entire congregation — or you have a passion for children’s ministry, missions or another part of the body of Christ. Either way, a Ministerial Leadership degree is designed to prepare you to serve in leadership and support roles at churches and other faith-based organizations around the world. Not only will you study foundational subjects such as theology and church history but you will also specialize in your particular calling. You’ll develop a solid foundation of biblical interpretation, counseling and preaching as well as satisfy the educational requirements for credentialing within the Assemblies of God. In addition, you will study alongside faculty who have decades of practical ministry experience and are committed to sharing their knowledge and passion for ministry with you and your classmates.

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ” JEREMIAH 29:11 (NIV)

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STRENGTHEN & STRETCH The habits and beliefs you develop in college will shape the REST of your LIFE, so your spiritual growth is as important to us as your academic success.

Our chapel services, mission work, community outreaches and powerful worship experiences will strengthen and stretch you as you LEARN to own your faith.

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MINISTRY PRACTICUM OVERVIEW The Inspire Christian College Ministry practicum is designed to give you hands-on ministry experience along seasoned staff and leaders in 4 areas of focus. First year students will spend each semester rotating within each practicum to ensure he or she is receiving a broad overview of church life. After all rotations are complete, the student will choose a practicum emphasis and spend their next 2 years receiving further skills and training.

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P R O D U C T I O N & W O R S H I P A RT S Students will gain an advanced proficiency level in church service programming disciplines, including weekend planning and execution, as well as quality practices in theatrical operations and strategic utilization of audio/video resources to deliver the message and vision of Inspire Church.

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C R E AT I V E M E D I A & D E S I G N Students will learn the skills to design and develop technological imagery in the form of video, audio, or both, for weekend services and church events.

This track includes project management, as well as learning how to creatively communicate through graphic design and written art.

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C H I L D R E N, Y O U T H & FA M I LY M I N I S T R I E S Students will guide children and youth in their personal faith journey through Biblical teaching, art, music, and small group connections. The goal is to empower young people to live as disciples of Christ and partner with families as the primary faith-influencers in the home.

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L O C AT I O N L E A D E R S H I P Students will discover the practices required to ensure worship experiences are executed with excellence, from first impressions to our kids’ ministry. The position oversees all marketing efforts, guest services, pastoral care, events, and outreach opportunities while focusing on the growth and health of a specific campus.

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TUITION PRICES

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A N N UA L T U I T I O N F E E :

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A N N UA L S TA N DA R D S I T E F E E :

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A N N UA L T E C H N O LO GY:

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TOTA L C O S T P E R Y E A R :

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