Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Aviation Missions Administration
- 100% Online (Optional)
- 60 Credit
- Intensive Courses
The Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Aviation Missions Administration (Ph.D.) is a 60-credit doctoral program designed to prepare students for advanced academic research, strategic leadership, and organizational administration within Christian aviation missions, faith-based aviation institutions, and humanitarian aviation organizations. The program integrates advanced aviation administration, Christian theology, missionary leadership, aviation safety management, international mission logistics, religious ethics, and doctoral research to develop scholarly expertise and leadership competencies in missionary aviation and faith-based organizational management.
Students develop advanced knowledge and research skills in Christian aviation missions, aviation operations administration, strategic organizational leadership, humanitarian transportation, aviation regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, and missionary program development. The curriculum emphasizes Christian values, academic excellence, ethical responsibility, operational safety, cultural understanding, and research-informed approaches to aviation mission administration.
Graduates are prepared to contribute to Christian aviation organizations, missionary transportation programs, faith-based humanitarian initiatives, religious nonprofit institutions, international missionary organizations, and academic research environments where advanced scholarly inquiry, ethical leadership, and effective aviation mission administration are essential.
Overview
This program is offered 100% online (optional), providing students with flexible opportunities to pursue advanced doctoral studies while maintaining their professional, academic, aviation, and ministry responsibilities.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Aviation Missions Administration combines advanced aviation administration with Christian theology, missionary leadership, humanitarian logistics, organizational governance, and original academic research.
Students explore the operational and administrative foundations of missionary aviation, aviation safety and risk management, international mission logistics, nonprofit aviation management, strategic leadership, and the role of aviation transportation in supporting Christian missionary activities.
The interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes the relationship between aviation operations, Christian values, ethical responsibility, and effective missionary service. Students develop the ability to critically examine aviation mission practices, evaluate operational challenges, analyze organizational performance, and develop research-informed strategies for strengthening faith-based aviation organizations.
The program also examines Christian theology, biblical ethics, missiology, religious leadership, cross-cultural communication, humanitarian service, and the responsibilities of faith-based aviation organizations in supporting remote and underserved communities.
Students investigate the administrative challenges associated with missionary transportation, aircraft resource management, aviation operational planning, financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, international partnerships, and the coordination of humanitarian aviation initiatives.
The advanced stages of the program focus on doctoral research methodology, aviation mission policy analysis, scholarly writing, organizational research, aviation safety evaluation, and original academic scholarship.
A central component of the program is the doctoral dissertation, through which students conduct independent research on an approved topic related to Christian aviation missions, missionary transportation administration, aviation safety, faith-based organizational leadership, humanitarian aviation logistics, or international mission operations.
The program prepares graduates to contribute to aviation administration research, Christian missionary leadership, religious organizational development, and humanitarian aviation scholarship through advanced research, ethical leadership, professional integrity, and responsible aviation management.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Doctor of Education and Religious Studies (D.Ed. R.S.) program will be uniquely prepared for senior leadership roles across educational institutions, community programs, research, and consulting sectors.
Educational Leadership & Administration
School or University Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Principal
Director of Academic Programs or Educational Operations
Director of Curriculum Development or Instructional Services
Director of Quality and Educational Standards
Education & Research
Dean or Director of Educational Leadership Programs
Professor or Lecturer in Education, Leadership, or Policy
Researcher in Education Policy, Organizational Leadership, or Curriculum Studies
Nonprofit & Community Sector
Executive Director of Education-Focused Nonprofits or Community Organizations
Community Program Director for Learning and Development Initiatives
Policy Advisor or Consultant for Education and Community Development
Consulting & Strategy
Educational Management Consultant
Program Evaluation and Improvement Specialist
Leadership Coach for School and Community Education Leaders
Policy & Organizational Development
Education Strategy and Innovation Advisor
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer in Educational Institutions
Senior Advisor for Ethics, Governance, and Organizational Leadership in Education
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Aviation Missions Administration (Ph.D.) will be able to:
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Christian aviation missions, aviation administration, missionary leadership, religious ethics, and interdisciplinary scholarly research.
Critically analyze the historical, theological, organizational, and operational foundations of Christian missionary aviation.
Conduct independent doctoral-level research using appropriate qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method research methodologies.
Evaluate the role of aviation transportation in supporting Christian missionary activities, humanitarian assistance, religious outreach, and community development.
Apply advanced aviation administration and strategic management principles to faith-based aviation organizations and missionary transportation programs.
Analyze aviation safety management systems, operational risks, regulatory responsibilities, and organizational accountability within missionary aviation operations.
Transfer Credits to Exodus University
Exodus University is dedicated to saving you time and money by providing easy and fair transfer evaluation for eligible course credit.
Students can transfer to Exodus University up to 75% of credits into a Doctor’s degree for courses with a grade of C- or higher are generally transferrable.
Exodus University evaluates eligible undergraduate transfer credits individually based on official transcripts, course equivalency, academic level, and established transfer-credit policies. Acceptance of transfer credits is not guaranteed.
Admission Requirements
Featured Courses
Â
| General Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics for Aviation and Business Research | 3 | DARB 601 |
| Ethics and Governance in Aviation and Business | 3 | DARB 602 |
| Global Perspectives in Aviation and Transport | 3 | DARB 603 |
| Operational Research in Aviation Management | 3 | DARB 604 |
| Leadership Essentials in Aviation Organizations | 3 | DARB 605 |
| Principles of Aviation and Business Management | 3 | DARB 606 |
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | DARB 607 |
| Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics | 3 | DARB 608 |
| Professional Development and Character in Leadership | 3 | DARB 609 |
| Strategic Management in Aviation Enterprises | 3 | DARB 610 |
| Religious Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | RELI 711 |
| Christian Apologetics | 3 | RELI 712 |
| The Old Testament | 3 | RELI 713 |
| World Religions | 3 | RELI 714 |
Religion (select one)
| 3 | RELI 715 |
| Hermeneutics | 3 | RELI 716 |
| Research Courses (Choose any 2 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus        | 3 | DISS 790 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | DISS 791 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | DISS 792 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | DISS 793 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | DISS 794 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | DISS 795 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | DISS 799 |
| Graduation | 3 | GRAD 800 |
Courses
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Introduction to Online Learning
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â An Introduction to the Bible
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Biblical Foundation of Ethics
Credits Courses
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation Prospectus
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation I
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation II
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation III
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation IV
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation V
3Â Â Â Â Â Â Dissertation Defense
Courses
| General Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | EXOD 501 |
| Bible Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| An Introduction to the Bible | 3 | EXOD 511 |
| Specialization Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Foundation of Ethics  | 3 | EXOD 513 |
| Research Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus | 3 | EXOD 901 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | EXOD 902 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | EXOD 903 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | EXOD 904 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | EXOD 905 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | EXOD 906 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | EXOD 907 |
Career opportunities
Doctoral Tuition
Tuition & Fees
Doctoral Programs
The basic costs listed here reflect the average total and are intended to be a planning guide for new students and their parents. As applicable, tuition, costs, and fees are subject to change without notice.
For information about the international student fee structure, please contact us at +1 (645) 201-9028.
Tuition Costs - Domestic
For information regarding international fees, contact us at info@exodus.university
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application form only takes 2 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will review your eligibility and will contact you within 24 hours.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to start with your first course.
