Doctor of Philosophy in Digital Ministry and Media Communications
- 100% Online (Optional)
- 60 Credit
- Intensive Courses
The Doctor of Philosophy in Digital Ministry and Media Communications (Ph.D.) is a 60-credit doctoral program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge, research expertise, and leadership skills in digital ministry, religious media communications, education, and faith-based organizational leadership. The program integrates advanced theological studies, digital communication theories, multimedia technologies, media ethics, digital evangelism, and scholarly research to prepare students for academic research, teaching, and leadership responsibilities within religious institutions, ministries, faith-based educational organizations, and media organizations.
Students develop advanced competencies in digital ministry research, strategic communication, multimedia content development, religious media leadership, online community engagement, ethical technology use, and digital religious education. The curriculum emphasizes values, academic excellence, religious integrity, cultural understanding, responsible communication, and innovation in ministry.
Graduates are prepared to contribute to religious educational institutions, media organizations, digital ministry initiatives, faith-based nonprofit institutions, and academic research environments where advanced scholarly inquiry, ethical leadership, and effective digital communication 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, and ministry responsibilities.
The Doctor of Philosophy in Digital Ministry and Media Communications combines advanced theological studies with digital communication research, religious media leadership, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary scholarly inquiry.
Students explore digital ministry theories, communication principles, media ethics, religious broadcasting, digital storytelling, social media strategies, online religious education, and the influence of communication technologies on contemporary religious communities.
The interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes the relationship between religious values, communication technologies, ethical responsibility, and effective ministry leadership. Students develop the ability to critically analyze digital communication practices, evaluate faith-based media programs, design research-informed communication strategies, and investigate the role of digital technologies in religious education and community engagement.
The program also examines theology, religious ethics, comparative religious perspectives, cultural diversity, digital religious identity, online faith communities, and contemporary challenges associated with technology-based ministry.
The advanced stages of the program focus on doctoral research methodology, qualitative and quantitative research, scholarly writing, digital ministry policy analysis, media research, and original academic inquiry.
A central component of the program is the doctoral dissertation, through which students conduct independent research on an approved topic related to digital ministry, religious media communications, broadcasting, online religious education, or faith-based communication technologies.
The program prepares graduates to demonstrate advanced scholarly research skills, ethical leadership, intellectual independence, and a commitment to responsible digital ministry and religious communication.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the D.R.B.M. program will be uniquely prepared for leadership roles that blend business acumen with spiritual purpose across multiple sectors.
Religious & Faith-Based Organizations
- Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer
- Senior Pastor / Imam / Rabbi / Temple Administrator
- Director of Religious Education or Outreach
- Faith-Based Nonprofit Leader
Education & Research
- Dean or Director of a Seminary, Bible College, or Religious Institution
- Professor or Lecturer in Leadership, Ethics, or Religious Studies
- Researcher in Faith-Based Management and Interreligious Leadership
Nonprofit & NGO Sector
- NGO or Charity Executive
- Program Manager for Humanitarian or Interfaith Organizations
- Policy Advisor for Religious and Community Affairs
Consulting & Entrepreneurship
- Faith-Based Management Consultant
- Social Enterprise Founder
- Leadership Coach for Religious and Nonprofit Leaders
Public & Interfaith Engagement
- Interfaith Dialogue Coordinator
- Cultural Affairs or Diversity Officer
- Advisor for Ethical Leadership in Government or Private Sector
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy in Digital Ministry and Media Communications (Ph.D.) will be able to:
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of digital ministry, theology, religious media communications, and interdisciplinary research methodologies.
Critically analyze the historical, theological, ethical, and technological foundations of digital ministry and religious communication.
Evaluate major digital communication theories and their applications within ministries, religious institutions, and faith-based organizations.
Conduct independent doctoral-level research using appropriate qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method research approaches.
Apply advanced theological and ethical principles to digital media production, online religious communication, and ministry leadership.
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
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| General Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Data Analytics | 3 | IT 601 |
| Ethics in Technology | 3 | IT 602 |
| Global Technology Trends | 3 | IT 603 |
| IT Project Management | 3 | IT 604 |
| Leadership in ITÂ | 3 | IT 605 |
| Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 3 | IT 606 |
| Introduction to Research Methods in IT | 3 | IT 607 |
| Technology and Society | 3 | IT 608 |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship in IT | 3 | IT 609 |
| Strategic IT Management | 3 | IT 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.
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Tuition Costs - Domestic
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