Class Type
Seated, Traditional 15-week Semesters
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
August 11th, 2025
Accreditation
Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE
Credit Hours
Months (Avg)
Career Outlooks
The bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry prepares students to serve in a local church ministry.
In addition to vocational ministry, other employment opportunities may include:
- Professor (with continued educational requirements)
- Teacher
- Author
- Curriculum Writer
- Conference Speaker/Coordinator
- Christian Camp Administration and Ministry
- Christian foster and adoption work
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry, students will be able to:
1. Articulate a knowledge of biblical texts and a clear explanation of systematic theology consistent with Baptist distinctives. (ILO1)
2. Identify the stages of spiritual development with application to interpersonal relationships. (ILO 3)
3. Exegete and apply a biblical text to a sermon and/or lesson delivered with oral clarity and contemporary relevance. (ILO 1)
4. Demonstrate an understanding of church administration and local church leadership. (ILO 1)
5. Formulate a philosophy of life and ministry which demonstrates a commitment to Christ-like character. (ILO 2)
Program Mission
The mission of the Women’s Ministry Concentration is to prepare women to serve in vocational ministry in a local church, para-church ministry, or non-profit organization.
Degree Plan
General Studies (30 hours)
| GSCE 141 – English Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| GSCE 142 – English Composition and Research | 3 |
| GSCS 200 – Public Speaking | 3 |
| BSMI 121 – Biblical Foundations for Global Outreach | 3 |
| GSBP 212 – General Psychology | 3 |
| GSSH 133 – Christian Worldview in Contemporary Culture | 3 |
| GSSH 241 – Church History I: Early Church – Dark Ages | 3 |
| GSSH 242 – Church History II: Reformation – Today | 3 |
| GSNS 110 – Origins Science | 3 |
| PSBU 136 – Personal Finance | 3 |
Bible/Theology (39 hours)
| BSEB 103 – Old Testament Survey 1 | 3 |
| BSEB 104 – Old Testament Survey 2 | 3 |
| BSEB 111 – Life of Christ | 3 |
| BSEB 112 – Life of Paul | 3 |
| BSEB 213 – New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BSEB 224 – Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 325 – Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 341 – Romans | 3 |
| BSST 233 – Theology 1 | 3 |
| BSST 234 – Theology 2 | 3 |
| BSST 333 – Theology 3 | 3 |
| BSST 334 – Theology 4 | 3 |
| BSST 441 – Apologetics | 3 |
Church Ministry (33 hours)
| BSCM 200 – Personal Evangelism & Discipleship | 3 |
| BSCM 310 – Preaching & Teaching Methods | 3 |
| BSCM 315 – Preaching & Teaching Workshop | 3 |
| BSCM 324 – Local Church Worship, Music, and Media | 3 |
| BSCM 333 – Local Church Communications | 3 |
| BSCM 334 – Local Church Business | 3 |
| BSCM 438 – Local Church Missions | 3 |
| BSCM 463 – Local Church Counseling | 3 |
| BSCM 475 – Local Church Internship | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
Women’s Ministry Concentration (18 hours)
| BSBC 424 – Counseling Women | 3 |
| BSWM 201 – Foundations of Ministry for Women I | 3 |
| BSWM 202 – Foundations of Ministry for Women II | 3 |
| BSWM 310 – Women’s Public Speaking & Teaching Ministry | 3 |
| BSWM 432 – Women’s Ministry Leadership & Administration | 3 |
| BSWM 440 – Contemporary Issues in Ministry for Women | 3 |
Total (120 hours)
Comments:
All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.
Department Head
BARBARA MILIONI
Barb has worked alongside her husband, Mission University President Mark Milioni, for the past 40 years. Together, they have led growing ministries through church revitalization, building projects, church planting, Christian education, and higher education. Barb has effectively developed and led children’s and preschool ministries, instilling a passion for Jesus and for learning in young hearts and minds. Barb loves teaching and enjoys leading Bible studies for women and speaking at women’s events. Her love for teaching is fueled by her love for learning. Barb’s greatest passions are spending time with her husband, whether at work or at their home, and their ten grandchildren (made possible by her four wonderful children and their spouses).
Education: BS, Mission University, 1988; MAOL, Baptist Bible Theological Seminary, 2021.
Local Church: First Baptist Willard (MO)
Website: compelled.life
Publications:
“What Pastor’s Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew About Them.” Focus on the Family, March 1999.
“How to Really Appreciate Your Pastor.” Baptist Bible Tribune. October 2017.
“Thankful for the Scars.” Baptist Bible Tribune. November 2018.
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completed Mission University application
- Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
- Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
- Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.