Education for Church Leaders
North Park University offers graduate and continuing education opportunities that can meet the needs of today’s pastors, church leaders, and administrators. These programs are designed with working professionals in mind who wish to sharpen their skills and knowledge in a specific area, including graduate certificates that can be completed fully online in a short, cost-effective manner. Active church leaders, managers, and administrative staff are invited to take advantage of North Park’s programs to increase your church’s effectiveness and growth through practical ideas you can implement immediately.
Degrees
- Master of Nonprofit Administration
- Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
- Master of Arts in Christian Formation
- Master of Arts in Theological Studies
- Master of Divinity
- Dual Master’s Degrees in Ministry and Business or Nonprofit Administration
Most programs at North Park Theological Seminary can be completed through a combination of distance learning and on-campus coursework, including intensive courses in the winter and summer terms. Contact seminary admissions for more information.
Seminary Certificates
- Certificate in Christian Studies
- Foundational Courses Certificate for credentialing in the Evangelical Covenant Church
- Intercultural Studies Certificate
- Certificate in Spiritual Direction (blended online and face-to-face program)
Online Certificates
The certificates listed here can be completed entirely online, offered through our graduate School of Business and Nonprofit Management, and cover subjects with focused relevance to pastors and other church and ministry leaders. Your fellow students in these programs will represent a wide range of backgrounds and organizations—both ministry-related and others—expanding the perspectives and experiences you’ll learn from.
Other Programs
- Events through the Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management