MBA in Economic Development
International or Urban Concentration

For over twenty years, the Economic Development program has been equipping grace-filled servants to partner with the poor in cities such as Nairobi, Bombay, Mexico City, as well rural communities all over the world. We serve alongside individuals, churches, and ministries with a program that recognizes the multi-faceted causes of poverty. We recognize the need for holistic intervention strategies that address the underlying economic, social, cultural, political and spiritual challenges abroad and in the United States.

In both the international and urban concentration's various delivery options, students learn alongside faculty who have hands on experience, and prayerfully develop their vision of service. You will engage in study and undertake research in areas such as microfinance, sustainable development, holistic community development, business development and management. Required field internships and the option to live and serve in depressed neighborhoods as you study will help you learn from those you are called to serve.

The theoretical, entrepreneurial and managerial knowledge rooted in God’s word will help you make a difference in working alongside the poor in economic development and spiritual transformation.

From small business consultants in India to senior executives with major NGO's, the Economic Development program has hundreds of alumni serving in over fifty countries of the world today. We look forward to you joining them in this ministry in the cities of the United States and abroad!

Program Goal:
To serve God through serving His servants around the world.

Dual Degree Option with Palmer Theological Seminary: Earn an MDiv in addition to the MBA offered by the School of Leadership and Development.

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