Masters and Doctorate Track Information

Oct '25 (edited) • ANNOUNCEMENTS

Graduate Level Track — Masters and Doctorate Programs

Purpose

The Graduate Level Track is an advanced program of theological scholarship and ministerial leadership development, designed for seasoned ministers seeking to deepen their academic and practical competencies in their selected area of study. This program emphasizes personal one-on-one live mentorship aimed at cultivating the student’s gifts, maturity, spiritual formation, and ministerial excellence. The degree may be finished at the students own pace.

Honorary Degrees Offered:

Master's Degree (Honorary)
Doctor of Ministry (Honorary)

These Advanced Degrees recognize ministerial excellence, depth of experience, and a demonstrated commitment to advancing the Kingdom of God.

Program Focus and Benefits

Receive Personal/Live Consultation & Mentorship: One-on-one, live video coaching sessions from senior ministry leaders. Plus, weekly live group video chats with other students, a SOM Bulletin Board thread dedicated to Advanced Degree students only, where you can ask specific questions anytime.
Practical Ministry Development: Real-world application of theology, leadership, spiritual direction, and discipleship principles in your specific area of emphasis.
Specialized Leadership Training: Tailored to the student’s unique calling and specific field of ministry.
Credit for Life Experience: Ministry experience and achievements may qualify toward degree completion.

Completion Recognition

Graduates will receive:

Elegantly printed Master’s Degree or Doctorate Degree diploma suitable for framing.
Official recognition from Five Fold International Ministries as an “ADVANCED MINISTER” at our annual Conference and banquet. This recognition affirms spiritual maturity, leadership excellence, and faithful service to the Body of Christ.

Courses of studies for the Advanced Degrees may include the student’s preferred area of study. Credit may be granted for life experience. Some suggested degree titles might include areas such as (but not limited to):

· Theology

· Biblical Studies

· Church Leadership and Administration

· Evangelism and Missions

· Church Planting

· Apostolic and Prophetic Ministry

· Christian Education and Discipleship

· Spirit-Filled Ministry and Revival

· Pastoral Care &Spiritual Formation

· Worship and Creative Ministry

· Marketplace/Entrepreneurial Ministry

· Global Leadership Kingdom Advancement

The completion of this Track will provide the student with an honorary Master’s or Doctorate degree and diploma along with special recognition within Five Fold International Ministries as and “ADVANCED MINISTER”. The designation “Advanced” is described in this acronym:

Anointed

Disciple

Validated

And

Noted for

Christian

Education &

Discipleship

Please email SOM for your application and pricing at: [email protected].

Needing Ministerial Credentials? www.fivefoldinternational.org/apply

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