Program Overview
This distinctive MDiv/MBA dual degree program represents Palmer's longstanding commitment to holistic ministry: ministry that addresses spiritual, emotional, social, and material needs. Students are able to complete both a Master of Divinity (available online or on-campus) and MBA in Management in a total of only 4 years.
Program Details
- Delivery: Online with residencies
- Length: 4 years *
- Enrolling New Students: January and August
- Cost: View our affordable tuition rates. Receive a 20% Alumni Discount if you earned a bachelor's or associate degree from EU!
- Financial Aid: Discover our partner grants, military benefits, and federal and state financial aid options that may be available to you.
2 Degrees in Only 4 Years
*Earning the MDiv and the MBA degrees separately would normally require 5 years of full-time study. This program is designed to enable students to complete both degrees in a total of four years. MBA coursework fulfills 4 elective (12 credits) required for the MDiv while one MDiv course is recognized as fulfilling one of the course requirements for the MBA. (For part-time students the time needed to complete the degrees varies based on course load.)
Typical Full-Time Program of Study:
- Year 1: MDiv Coursework
- Year 2: MDiv Coursework
- Year 3: MBA Coursework (and any remaining MDiv courses)
- Year 4: MBA Coursework
Distinctives
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INTERDISCIPLINARY: This program offers inquiry into issues and concerns encompassing theology, business, and ethics.
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VERSATILE: Individuals and church ministers receive preparation for bi-vocational ministries through engaging in enterprises that have social impact on the community
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PRACTICAL: Leaders in Christian institutions and organizations are equipped for high-level, faithful, and effective management.
Careers
Pastoral Ministry, Missionary, Activists in NGOs or Community, and more.
Admissions Requirements
Students wishing to enter the MDiv/MBA program may complete a joint application through Palmer Seminary’s admissions office, fulfilling the requirements as stipulated individually by the Seminary and the College of Business and Leadership.
