Leadership & Theology

Abstract

This graduate course unit focuses on the foundational elements of Christian leadership and details the distinction between leadership functions required for success in a religious, non-profit ministry vis-à-vis a commercial, for-profit business.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this unit students will be able to:

• articulate an integrated knowledge of the historical, biblical and theological frameworks that shape a Christian leadership approach
• explain in detail the leadership functions required for success in a religious, non-profit ministry as distinct from a commercial, for-profit business
• critically analyse the relationship between specialised leadership qualities and an organisation’s non-commercial, world-changing mission
• analyse scholarly literature to reflect on their own personal strengths and identify opportunities for personal growth as a Christian leader within a specific context, and
• apply knowledge of a Christian leadership framework to provide practical recommendations for the effective governance, management or ministry operations of their own organisation

Assumed Knowledge 

N/A

Study hours

10 hours per week for 12 week session, comprised of

• At least three hours per week of reading.
• At least seven hours per week of directed study, including optional and assessable online activities.

Lecturer

Dr Ken Avenell

Teaching methods

Online activities; guided reading; scaffolded assessments; feedback on assessments.

Indicative Assessment

At the Institute we use a range of assessment tasks, including essays, research papers, online posts, critical reflections, projects and praxis exercises. Within a unit of study each set of assessment tasks is designed as an integral part of your learning experience. These tasks vary across units and programs. All assessment tasks are aligned to the Australian Qualifications Framework level appropriate for graduate awards.