Master of Arts in Social Ministry
- 100% Online (Optional)
- 30 Credit
- Intensive Courses
The Master of Arts in Social Ministry (M.A.S.M.) is a 30-credit graduate program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in social ministry, faith-based community development, religious leadership, and compassionate service. The program integrates theology, religious ethics, social responsibility, nonprofit administration, community outreach, and organizational leadership to prepare students for leadership and administrative responsibilities within religious institutions, ministries, and faith-based community organizations.
Students develop advanced competencies in social ministry planning, community engagement, program development, volunteer coordination, ethical leadership, advocacy, and faith-based organizational management. The curriculum emphasizes values, human dignity, compassion, social responsibility, cultural understanding, and service-oriented leadership.
Graduates are prepared to contribute to churches, religious ministries, faith-based nonprofit organizations, charitable foundations, community outreach programs, and religious service institutions where effective social ministry leadership, ethical administration, and compassionate community service are essential.
Overview
This program is offered 100% online (optional), allowing students to complete their studies anytime and anywhere, from the comfort of their homes.
All intensive courses follow a one-month format, with each course designed to be completed within 30 days of enrollment.
The Master of Arts in Social Ministry combines advanced religious studies with practical knowledge of social ministry, community development, faith-based organizational leadership, and religious social responsibility.
Students explore the theological foundations of social ministry, ethics, community outreach, nonprofit organizational management, religious leadership, social advocacy, and the role of faith-based institutions in supporting individuals and communities.
The interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes the relationship between teachings, ethical responsibility, compassionate service, and effective community engagement. Students develop the ability to design and coordinate social ministry initiatives, manage organizational resources, support volunteer activities, and evaluate programs that address spiritual and community needs.
The program also examines perspectives on social responsibility, poverty, social inequality, human dignity, cultural diversity, and the role of religious organizations in promoting compassion, inclusion, and community well-being.
The advanced stages of the program focus on strategic social ministry leadership, community development, religious organizational governance, program evaluation, faith-based social initiatives, and applied graduate research.
Students integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications through case studies, community program planning assignments, organizational assessments, research projects, and a final capstone project.
The program prepares graduates to demonstrate ethical leadership, professional integrity, effective ministry administration, and a commitment to service and community development.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be qualified for advanced leadership roles such as:
Director of Social Service Programs
Nonprofit or Community Organization Executive
Program Manager for Community Outreach or Human Services
Policy and Advocacy Director for Social Welfare Initiatives
Community Development or Public Engagement Coordinator
Quality and Compliance Manager for Social Programs
Consultant for Social Work Practice and Program Implementation
Leadership Coordinator for Multicultural or Interfaith Community Services
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Arts in Social Ministry (M.A.S.M.) will be able to:
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of social ministry, religious ethics, community development, and faith-based organizational leadership.
Analyze the theological and ethical foundations of social ministry and their relevance to contemporary community challenges.
Apply values and religious principles to social ministry leadership, organizational decision-making, and compassionate community service.
Develop and implement effective social ministry programs that address spiritual, educational, charitable, and community support needs.
Demonstrate advanced competencies in faith-based leadership, nonprofit administration, volunteer management, and organizational communication.
Analyze contemporary social challenges, including poverty, inequality, social exclusion, cultural diversity, and barriers to community participation, from religious and ethical perspectives.
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 Master’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 6 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | UNIV 601 |
| Social Policy and Community Systems | 3 | MSWR 602 |
| Ethics in Social Work and Religious Contexts | 3 | MSWR 603 |
| Leadership in Social Service Organizations | 3 | MSWR 604 |
| Social Program Planning and Evaluation | 3 | MSWR 605 |
| Financial Management for Nonprofits and Community Programs | 3 | MSWR 606 |
| Quality and Risk Management in Social Services | 3 | MSWR 607 |
| Strategic Management in Nonprofit and Community Organizations | 3 | MSWR 608 |
| Global Social Work and Community Development | 3 | MSWR 609 |
| Law, Policy, and Regulatory Compliance in Social Work | 3 | MSWR 610 |
| Organizational Behavior in Social Services | 3 | MSWR 611 |
| Research Methods in Social Work and Community Programs | 3 | MSWR 612 |
| 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 |
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
Master's Tuition
Tuition & Fees
Master's 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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