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The PhD in Practical Theology (Leadership) at Vision International University is a 60-credit program designed to integrate theological concepts with real-world leadership applications. This program includes 45 credits from the DMin Program and a 15-credit literature-based dissertation, requiring no human participants. Students will engage in scriptural analysis, comprehensive literature reviews, and practical applications, emphasizing the connection between belief and practice to address contemporary issues. The dissertation, formatted in APA, demands approximately 75,000 words and at least 75 references, 25 of which must be recent. This program prepares graduates to contribute to both academic scholarship and practical ministry.
Credits: 45 from DMin Program + 15 for Dissertation
Practical theology explores applied faith to Christian living, integrating theological concepts with real-world application. It emphasizes the connection between belief and practice, aiming to address contemporary issues through a theological lens. For Vision International University’s PhD in Practical Theology (Leadership), this approach grounds the dissertation in scriptural analysis, literature review, and practical applications. Students will explore how theological principles inform leadership practices, ensuring their research is both theologically sound and practically relevant, contributing to both academic scholarship and real-world ministry.
Practical theology research combines theological reflection with empirical analysis. It involves:
This methodology ensures comprehensive and applicable study, bridging theory and practice.
Scriptural Engagement: Interpret Bible passages emphasizing the work of the Holy Spirit.
Experiential Analysis: Reflect on personal and communal spiritual experiences, such as speaking in tongues, healing, and prophecy.
Contextual Application: Apply theological insights to contemporary issues within Pentecostal-Charismatic communities.
Community Involvement: Engage with testimonies and practices of the faith community to understand the collective experience.
Theological reflection enhances leadership by integrating faith with practical actions in various contexts:
This holistic approach ensures that leadership is both theologically informed and practically effective.
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
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Credits: 5
Registration in this course entitles the student to the services related to the doctoral dissertation. The student will prepare and submit a proposal for approval, adhering to the guidelines outlined in the PhD in Practical Theology (Leadership) Handbook. Upon approval of the proposal, the student will proceed with writing and completing the literature-based dissertation, which does not involve human participants.
Credits: 15
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