Senior Capstone for Business Leadership

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This course is designed as a culmination of major-specific coursework. Students will articulate a multidisciplinary philosophy of leadership. In addition, students will be expected to demonstrate their ability to meet the program outcomes. Christian Ministry (CHM) CHM 2102 Communicating Biblical Truth This course equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively and accurately communicate the truths of Scripture in a clear, compelling manner. Emphasizing both the message and the method, students will use hermeneutics and communication theory as they present biblical truth to diverse audiences. Through lectures, discussion, practical exercises, and peer feedback, students will develop their abilities to teach and preach in various ministry contexts. CHM 3100 Evangelism and Discipleship This course focuses on the biblical disciple-making process. Spiritual formation will be discussed, and a strategic discipleship plan developed and practiced over the last 8 weeks of the course. Students will develop and articulate a clear explanation of the Gospel CHM 3102 Family Ministry This course offers an in-depth exploration of the biblical, theological, and practical foundations of family ministry within the local church. Students will examine the dynamics of family life and the church's role in supporting spiritual formation across all stages of life—from children and youth to parents and seniors. Emphasis will be placed on strategies for building Christ-centered homes. Current models of family ministry will be explored with an eye on best practices that accurately represent biblical commands. Through readings, discussions, and hands-on projects, students will develop skills for designing and leading family ministry programs that nurture faith in Jesus Christ. CHM 4103 Ministry Leadership and Planning This course is an introduction to Biblical principles of strategic design and planning applicable to nearly all levels of ministry planning including the design of mission, purpose, vision, values, objectives, goals, and the resultant budgeting process. The course also causes the student to articulate a concise awareness of their own unique gifting and the implications for future ministry leadership. CHM 4105 Apologetics This course offers an introduction to the field of Christian apologetics—the reasoned defense of the Christian faith. Students will explore historical and contemporary approaches to apologetics, engaging with key questions about the existence of God, the reliability of Scripture, the problem of evil, and the uniqueness of Jesus Christ. Emphasis will be placed on developing thoughtful, respectful, and intellectually rigorous responses to challenges posed by other worldviews and cultural skepticism. The course encourages students to integrate apologetics into personal faith and public witness, cultivating both conviction and compassion in dialogue. CHM 4100 Internship This course is an off-site ministry experience under the supervision of a professional ministry specialist in an area appropriate to the student’s career goals. Students will enter into a contract with the church or organization to fulfill learning experiences GNU believes necessary for vocational preparedness. The contract will also include agreed upon responsibilities that represent the needs of the church or organization. Communication (COM)