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Master of Arts in Faith-Based Business Administration in Project Management

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits60Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Business Administration in Project Management

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced business and management 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 Business Administration in Project Management provides an advanced academic framework for professionals seeking to lead complex initiatives through the lens of ethical stewardship and organizational integrity. This graduate program blends rigorous project management methodology with core business competencies, emphasizing strategic planning, resource allocation, and team leadership. Students engage with contemporary management literature while developing a robust philosophical foundation for navigating the challenges of global and local marketplace dynamics.

Designed for students who are called to integrate professional expertise with a commitment to service, the curriculum emphasizes the application of leadership theory in diverse institutional environments. By combining technical proficiency in project delivery with a dedication to organizational virtue, graduates are equipped to cultivate sustainable operations. This program fosters a scholarly environment where intellectual inquiry meets practical application, preparing leaders to address the evolving needs of their respective sectors.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in Faith-Based Business Administration in Project Management theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based business administration in project management-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based business administration in project management-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 Business Administration in Project Management
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 Economics
Total credits
60
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex business systems using advanced project management frameworks to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Evaluate the impact of ethical decision-making and servant leadership on long-term project sustainability.
  • Develop comprehensive project integration plans that align resources with institutional strategic goals.
  • Demonstrate advanced communication skills necessary for managing stakeholder expectations and collaborative teams.
  • Apply biblical stewardship principles to the management of human, financial, and temporal resources.
  • Integrate research-based methodologies to identify and mitigate operational risks in diverse organizational settings.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS 501
  • Principles of Organizational Leadership
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 510
  • Project Management Fundamentals
  • 4
  • None
  • RES 505
  • Applied Research Methods
  • 3
  • None
  • CHR 520
  • Ethics and Stewardship in Business
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS 501 — Principles of Organizational Leadership: This course examines foundational leadership theories and their application in administrative contexts. Students explore the intersection of authority, responsibility, and servant leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 510 — Project Management Fundamentals: An introduction to the project management lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, and closing. Emphasis is placed on the PMI-based standards of resource management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES 505 — Applied Research Methods: This course provides training in quantitative and qualitative data analysis for organizational decision-making. Students evaluate evidence-based practices to improve institutional efficiency. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • CHR 520 — Ethics and Stewardship in Business: A study of ethical frameworks and the concept of stewardship regarding financial and human resources. Focus includes moral accountability in organizational policy. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT 530
  • Project Planning and Scheduling
  • 4
  • MGT 510
  • BUS 540
  • Financial Management for Nonprofits
  • 4
  • None
  • COM 550
  • Organizational Communication
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT 560
  • Risk Management and Mitigation
  • 4
  • MGT 510
  • MGT 530 — Project Planning and Scheduling: Students develop technical skills for creating project schedules, critical paths, and resource leveling. Advanced software tools are utilized to manage time-sensitive deliverables. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 540 — Financial Management for Nonprofits: An examination of financial statements, budgeting, and fiscal sustainability in tax-exempt environments. Focuses on the responsible oversight of donated funds. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM 550 — Organizational Communication: Focuses on internal and external communication strategies for diverse organizational stakeholders. Emphasizes conflict resolution and team synergy. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 560 — Risk Management and Mitigation: This course covers the identification, assessment, and management of operational and strategic risks. Students develop contingency planning and disaster recovery protocols. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT 610
  • Advanced Project Integration
  • 4
  • MGT 530
  • BUS 620
  • Human Resource and Team Development
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 630
  • Strategic Project Procurement
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS 640
  • Social Innovation and Community Impact
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT 610 — Advanced Project Integration: Explores the alignment of individual projects with broader organizational strategies. Emphasizes the governance and oversight of large-scale initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 620 — Human Resource and Team Development: Examines human capital management within the context of servant leadership. Focuses on hiring, retention, and team culture development. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 630 — Strategic Project Procurement: Analysis of contractual relationships, vendor management, and legal compliance in procurement. Discusses the ethics of supply chain sustainability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 640 — Social Innovation and Community Impact: Studies the impact of social entrepreneurship and organizational initiatives on community development. Evaluates how projects can drive social progress. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP 690
  • Capstone Project: Strategic Implementation
  • 6
  • MGT 610, RES 505
  • MGT 660
  • Advanced Leadership and Global Strategy
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS 670
  • Organizational Change and Sustainability
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS 680
  • Ethics and Governance Seminar
  • 3
  • None
  • CAP 690 — Capstone Project: Strategic Implementation: The culminating experience where students execute a comprehensive project management plan. Includes the final formal report and ethical reflection. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT 660 — Advanced Leadership and Global Strategy: Focuses on global operations, cultural competency, and international organizational strategy. Explores leadership challenges in multinational environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 670 — Organizational Change and Sustainability: Examines change management theories and sustainable practices for long-term organizational health. Focuses on adaptive leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS 680 — Ethics and Governance Seminar: An advanced seminar addressing board governance, regulatory compliance, and ethical oversight. Focuses on the role of administration in preserving organizational mission. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Candidates are required to submit an academic statement of purpose outlining their professional goals and their commitment to integrating ethical, faith-based principles into their future leadership practice. Additionally, official transcripts, two professional or academic letters of recommendation, and a current resume demonstrating relevant professional experience are required for comprehensive review. Thesis or Capstone Project The Capstone Project serves as the final, integrative milestone of the Master of Arts program, requiring students to execute a complex project management engagement within a real-world setting. Students are expected to demonstrate mastery of course content by developing a comprehensive project proposal, execution strategy, and impact evaluation. This 6-credit endeavor forces the convergence of technical analytical skills with an intentional commitment to servant leadership and the stewardship of institutional assets. Beyond technical deliverables, the Capstone integrates faith-based perspectives by requiring a reflection on the ethical and spiritual challenges encountered during the project lifecycle. Students must articulate how their work reflects Christian stewardship and commitment to the mission of their chosen organization. The final submission is a formal presentation and thesis-quality report that illustrates both professional competence and the development of a character-centered approach to organizational leadership.

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation from the Master of Arts in Faith-Based Business Administration in Project Management requires the successful completion of 60 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must earn a passing grade in all core and elective coursework, demonstrating both academic proficiency and professional readiness. The program concludes with the successful defense and submission of the Capstone Project, which verifies the student’s ability to apply advanced concepts to practical administrative scenarios.
  • In addition to academic requirements, students are encouraged to demonstrate growth in spiritual formation and ethical integrity throughout their tenure. This includes regular participation in community service, institutional chapel services, and professional development workshops focused on Christian leadership. Graduation signifies that the student has reached a level of professional maturity and character readiness to serve others with excellence and integrity in diverse organizational contexts.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Project Director for Faith-Based Nonprofits
  • Operations Manager in Mission-Driven Organizations
  • Business Consultant for Charitable Foundations
  • Program Administrator in Higher Education
  • Stewardship Officer for Social Enterprises
  • Strategic Implementation Specialist
  • Church Administrative Executive
  • 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 Business Administration in Project Management
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced business and management 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
  • BUS 501 | Principles of Organizational Leadership | 4 | None
  • MGT 510 | Project Management Fundamentals | 4 | None
  • RES 505 | Applied Research Methods | 3 | None
  • CHR 520 | Ethics and Stewardship in Business | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 530 | Project Planning and Scheduling | 4 | MGT 510
  • BUS 540 | Financial Management for Nonprofits | 4 | None
  • COM 550 | Organizational Communication | 3 | None
  • MGT 560 | Risk Management and Mitigation | 4 | MGT 510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 610 | Advanced Project Integration | 4 | MGT 530
  • BUS 620 | Human Resource and Team Development | 4 | None
  • MGT 630 | Strategic Project Procurement | 3 | None
  • BUS 640 | Social Innovation and Community Impact | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP 690 | Capstone Project: Strategic Implementation | 6 | MGT 610, RES 505
  • MGT 660 | Advanced Leadership and Global Strategy | 4 | None
  • BUS 670 | Organizational Change and Sustainability | 3 | None
  • BUS 680 | Ethics and Governance Seminar | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Project Director for Faith-Based Nonprofits
  • Operations Manager in Mission-Driven Organizations
  • Business Consultant for Charitable Foundations
  • Program Administrator in Higher Education
  • Stewardship Officer for Social Enterprises
  • Strategic Implementation Specialist
  • Church Administrative Executive

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 Business Administration in Project Management
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced business and management 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
  • BUS 501 | Principles of Organizational Leadership | 4 | None
  • MGT 510 | Project Management Fundamentals | 4 | None
  • RES 505 | Applied Research Methods | 3 | None
  • CHR 520 | Ethics and Stewardship in Business | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 530 | Project Planning and Scheduling | 4 | MGT 510
  • BUS 540 | Financial Management for Nonprofits | 4 | None
  • COM 550 | Organizational Communication | 3 | None
  • MGT 560 | Risk Management and Mitigation | 4 | MGT 510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT 610 | Advanced Project Integration | 4 | MGT 530
  • BUS 620 | Human Resource and Team Development | 4 | None
  • MGT 630 | Strategic Project Procurement | 3 | None
  • BUS 640 | Social Innovation and Community Impact | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP 690 | Capstone Project: Strategic Implementation | 6 | MGT 610, RES 505
  • MGT 660 | Advanced Leadership and Global Strategy | 4 | None
  • BUS 670 | Organizational Change and Sustainability | 3 | None
  • BUS 680 | Ethics and Governance Seminar | 3 | None