Module information
Code
MIN327-2
Name
Church Administration, Finance, and Law
(2 ECTS)
Description
This course is an introductory study of many of
the principles, procedures, and techniques used
in today’s business world as they apply to the
local church and its leadership. Pastors, church
business administrators, ministry students, and
other church leaders will find the problem-
solving approach to these subjects of practical
value.
The course first introduces the student to the
organizing and staffing functions of the church
that enable it to do business effectively. The
student is then shown practical methods of
raising money for the church’s expenses, or
financing the church for business. Other
emphases include the importance of keeping
good records and ideas on better management
of the church’s money, facilities, and equipment.
Further, the course provides the student with a
practical understanding of the law in order to
recognize and resolve legal questions
confronting pastors and churches today. It
purposes to equip the student in bringing all
aspects of personal and public religious life into
full compliance with governing authority as
expressed in the law.
Price per Module
Study Guide
€25
Exam
€50
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should
be able to:
1.
Locate and interpret Scripture passages
that form a biblical basis for good
management of the local church; the
giving of tithes and offerings; and the
stewardship of the church’s money,
facilities, and resources.
2.
Identify the roles and responsibilities of
the pastor, board, and officers for the
financial management of the local
church.
3.
Define the basic terms, principles, and
operating procedures associated with
church business management.
4.
Establish a set of recognized procedures
for conducting church business in a
professional, responsible manner.
5.
Choose to demonstrate a positive
attitude toward the use of business tools
and techniques in the work of the church.
6.
Implement business management ideas,
procedures, and techniques to improve
the effectiveness of the local church’s
business operations.
7.
Recount and explain many of the
substantive legal principles that apply to
churches and clergy.
8.
Identify circumstances that require
professional legal counsel.
9.
Explain why many pastoral decisions
must be made in light of their legal
consequences.
10.
Describe the more common forms of
church and clergy legal liability.
11.
Explain the legal rights and
responsibilities of the clergy.
12.
Identify and describe several risk
management principles and strategies to
help churches and clergy lower their risk
of liability.
13.
Apply skills in and knowledge of church
administration in preparation for a
leadership position that involves greater
competence and responsibility.
Mode of Study
•
Lecture
•
Video
•
Student interaction
•
Hands on
Assessment
•
50 (80%) objective multiple choice
questions
•
Project (20%)
•
Online or pencil and paper
•
Passmark 70%
Rubric
THE BEREAN SCHOOL OF THE BIBLE
MINISTERIAL STUDIES
MQF Level 5 Qualification
60 ECTS Credits
Ministerial Studies Program
Certified Minister
Level 1, 2, 3
20 ECTS Credits each
© 2019 Global Institute of Theology
POSTAL ADDRESS:
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Iklin - IKL1030
Malta
OFFICE ADDRESS:
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Qormi - QRM3563
Malta
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Grading Rubric
9
0
-1
0
0
%
A
Superior
70 - 89
B
Good
70 - 79
C
Satisfactory
0 - 69
D
Fail