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Master of Arts in Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and Project ManagementTotal credits60Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership core

27 credit hours

Research, assessment, and program evaluation

12 credit hours

Professional application and field experience

12 credit hours

Graduate capstone requirement

9 credit hours

The Master of Arts in Faith-Based Project Management and Organizational Leadership provides a robust academic framework for individuals seeking to integrate rigorous professional management standards with principled leadership. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum, students examine the intersection of systemic organizational health, project lifecycle efficiency, and the ethical imperatives inherent in mission-driven environments. The program emphasizes the practical application of leadership theories that promote stewardship, long-term organizational viability, and service-oriented management strategies.

Students engage in deep analysis of current organizational behaviors, operational workflows, and strategic planning initiatives. By blending empirical management research with frameworks centered on ethical integrity and servant leadership, the program cultivates professionals who are equipped to lead complex initiatives while remaining deeply committed to the mission-driven values of their institutions. This academic journey balances high-level executive skill development with the nuances of managing human and financial resources in service-based sectors.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in faith-based project management, organizational leadership theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based project management, organizational leadership-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based project management, organizational leadership-support program; A professional training manual; A program-development and evaluation project; Another faculty-approved scholarly project.

The program is designed for completion within two academic years by students maintaining the University's prescribed full-time course load. Part-time students may require additional time.

Florida establishes a minimum of 24 semester credits beyond the bachelor's degree for a master's program. The University's 60-credit requirement is an institutional academic standard that exceeds that minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
M.A. in Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership
Total program length
60 graduate semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Two academic years of full-time study
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Project Management
Total credits
60
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex organizational structures to develop strategies that optimize operational efficiency and stewardship of resources.
  • Apply project management methodologies to design, execute, and evaluate mission-driven initiatives.
  • Evaluate leadership styles and their impact on organizational culture and team development.
  • Design comprehensive strategic plans that integrate ethical reasoning and sustainable practice in non-profit and community settings.
  • Communicate professional insights effectively across diverse stakeholder groups to promote collaborative mission advancement.
  • Integrate a framework of servant leadership to address challenges in organizational governance and conflict resolution.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT 501
  • Foundations of Organizational Leadership
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS 510
  • Principles of Financial Stewardship
  • 4
  • None
  • RES 500
  • Research Methods for Organizational Analysis
  • 3
  • None
  • HUM 520
  • Ethical Frameworks in Leadership
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 501 — Foundations of Organizational Leadership: This course explores the historical and theoretical foundations of leadership. Students examine various models of authority and influence to enhance their managerial efficacy. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 510 — Principles of Financial Stewardship: Students analyze financial statements and resource management techniques essential for long-term organizational sustainability. Emphasis is placed on the ethical management of funds and transparency. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES 500 — Research Methods for Organizational Analysis: This course covers quantitative and qualitative research methodologies used to evaluate organizational performance. Students learn to interpret data to inform strategic decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HUM 520 — Ethical Frameworks in Leadership: Participants evaluate the role of personal and institutional ethics within the context of servant leadership. The course focuses on decision-making models rooted in moral integrity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT 550
  • Project Lifecycle Management
  • 4
  • MGT 501
  • BUS 530
  • Strategic Resource Allocation
  • 4
  • BUS 510
  • MGT 560
  • Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution
  • 3
  • MGT 501
  • COM 540
  • Strategic Communication for Leaders
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 550 — Project Lifecycle Management: This course covers the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, emphasizing planning and risk mitigation. Students apply best practices for managing timelines and stakeholder expectations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 530 — Strategic Resource Allocation: This course focuses on the optimization of human and capital assets within competitive organizational landscapes. Students learn to align resource deployment with long-term strategic goals. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 560 — Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution: Students analyze the psychological and sociological factors that influence high-performing teams. The course provides tools for managing interpersonal conflict and fostering a collaborative culture. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM 540 — Strategic Communication for Leaders: This course focuses on developing messaging that engages stakeholders and promotes institutional transparency. Students practice communication strategies appropriate for diverse public and private settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT 610
  • Governance and Institutional Policy
  • 4
  • MGT 550
  • BUS 620
  • Sustainable Growth Strategies
  • 4
  • BUS 530
  • MGT 630
  • Change Management and Adaptability
  • 4
  • MGT 560
  • MGT 640
  • Advanced Performance Analytics
  • 4
  • RES 500
  • MGT 610 — Governance and Institutional Policy: This course examines board relations, regulatory compliance, and policy development in nonprofit sectors. Students analyze the complexities of maintaining institutional accountability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 620 — Sustainable Growth Strategies: Students investigate strategies for long-term organizational viability and community impact. The course addresses the balance between growth and mission preservation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 630 — Change Management and Adaptability: This course provides strategies for leading organizations through periods of transition and uncertainty. Students explore the human elements of cultural change and institutional resilience. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 640 — Advanced Performance Analytics: Students use advanced statistical tools to track organizational milestones and impact metrics. The course focuses on data-driven decision-making for ongoing assessment. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP 690
  • Capstone Project: Leadership Integration
  • 6
  • Completion of 54 credits
  • MGT 650
  • Global Contexts in Service Leadership
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 660
  • Advanced Organizational Behavior
  • 3
  • MGT 501
  • BUS 670
  • Community Impact Evaluation
  • 3
  • BUS 620
  • CAP 690 — Capstone Project: Leadership Integration: This capstone project requires the application of all program knowledge to a specific, real-world organizational challenge. Students must produce a comprehensive analysis and implementation strategy rooted in ethical leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 650 — Global Contexts in Service Leadership: Students examine the influence of cultural diversity and global perspectives on service organizations. The course emphasizes inclusive leadership practices across geographical boundaries. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 660 — Advanced Organizational Behavior: This course deepens the understanding of human behavior within organizational systems. Students apply psychological insights to improve workplace health and productivity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 670 — Community Impact Evaluation: Students learn to measure the broader sociological impact of their organization's service initiatives. The course focuses on identifying sustainable outcomes for community development. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Candidates are required to submit a statement of intent detailing their professional experience and interest in mission-driven leadership, along with two professional or academic letters of recommendation. Thesis or Capstone Project The Capstone Project serves as the culminating scholarly experience, requiring students to identify, research, and provide a comprehensive solution to a real-world organizational challenge. Students must demonstrate mastery in project scoping, resource allocation, and strategic implementation while reflecting on how their leadership approach aligns with principles of stewardship and ethical service. The project must produce a formal professional report that functions as a viable strategic proposal for an existing organization. This project integrates a faith-informed perspective by requiring students to articulate how their proposed solutions reflect values of servant leadership and organizational integrity. Students are evaluated on their ability to weave biblical stewardship and character-driven decision-making into the fabric of their project design. By successfully completing this 6-credit endeavor, students demonstrate both the technical competence required for high-level management and the spiritual maturity necessary to lead with purpose and moral clarity.

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation from the Master of Arts in Faith-Based Project Management and Organizational Leadership requires the successful completion of 60 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must earn a grade of B or better in all core courses and receive a passing grade on the Capstone Project. The program demands the rigorous application of academic content to professional practice throughout the student's tenure.
  • Beyond academic milestones, students are expected to demonstrate ongoing commitment to spiritual formation and community service as integral aspects of their leadership development. Graduation signifies not only intellectual readiness but also a proven capacity for ethical integrity and servant-hearted contribution to the wider community. This commitment to holistic development ensures that every graduate is prepared to act as a steward of their organization's vision and impact.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Nonprofit Executive Director
  • Operations Manager for Community Organizations
  • Program Director for Faith-Based Initiatives
  • Organizational Development Consultant
  • Strategic Project Lead
  • Nonprofit Development Officer
  • Community Engagement Manager
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.A. in Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 501 | Foundations of Organizational Leadership | 4 | None
  • BUS 510 | Principles of Financial Stewardship | 4 | None
  • RES 500 | Research Methods for Organizational Analysis | 3 | None
  • HUM 520 | Ethical Frameworks in Leadership | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 550 | Project Lifecycle Management | 4 | MGT 501
  • BUS 530 | Strategic Resource Allocation | 4 | BUS 510
  • MGT 560 | Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution | 3 | MGT 501
  • COM 540 | Strategic Communication for Leaders | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 610 | Governance and Institutional Policy | 4 | MGT 550
  • BUS 620 | Sustainable Growth Strategies | 4 | BUS 530
  • MGT 630 | Change Management and Adaptability | 4 | MGT 560
  • MGT 640 | Advanced Performance Analytics | 4 | RES 500
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP 690 | Capstone Project: Leadership Integration | 6 | Completion of 54 credits
  • MGT 650 | Global Contexts in Service Leadership | 4 | None
  • MGT 660 | Advanced Organizational Behavior | 3 | MGT 501
  • BUS 670 | Community Impact Evaluation | 3 | BUS 620

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Nonprofit Executive Director
  • Operations Manager for Community Organizations
  • Program Director for Faith-Based Initiatives
  • Organizational Development Consultant
  • Strategic Project Lead
  • Nonprofit Development Officer
  • Community Engagement Manager

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.A. in Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced Faith-Based Project Management, Organizational Leadership core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 501 | Foundations of Organizational Leadership | 4 | None
  • BUS 510 | Principles of Financial Stewardship | 4 | None
  • RES 500 | Research Methods for Organizational Analysis | 3 | None
  • HUM 520 | Ethical Frameworks in Leadership | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 550 | Project Lifecycle Management | 4 | MGT 501
  • BUS 530 | Strategic Resource Allocation | 4 | BUS 510
  • MGT 560 | Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution | 3 | MGT 501
  • COM 540 | Strategic Communication for Leaders | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 610 | Governance and Institutional Policy | 4 | MGT 550
  • BUS 620 | Sustainable Growth Strategies | 4 | BUS 530
  • MGT 630 | Change Management and Adaptability | 4 | MGT 560
  • MGT 640 | Advanced Performance Analytics | 4 | RES 500
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP 690 | Capstone Project: Leadership Integration | 6 | Completion of 54 credits
  • MGT 650 | Global Contexts in Service Leadership | 4 | None
  • MGT 660 | Advanced Organizational Behavior | 3 | MGT 501
  • BUS 670 | Community Impact Evaluation | 3 | BUS 620