Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Development Intercultural Studies Major - CrossTraining Option

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Four Year Degree Program - 120 credit hours

The Intercultural Studies Major - CrossTraining program introduces students to the fascinating and challenging world of intercultural life and ministry. Along with a strong academic emphasis, the program is committed to offering the student unique experiential and practical training (See CrossTraining below).

Course Requirements

 - Experiential equipping for crosscultural ministry

A key feature of the Intercultural program is the CrossTraining year (usually taken as the third year) which involves a mentored intercultural ministry experience for one semester in Calgary and for one semester overseas. Also, students will receive training in practical missions skills during the CrossTraining year with courses delivered by experienced missions personnel. For more information, please visit the CrossTraining website.

Field Education (1 unit = 100 hours)

As well as the strong experiential component in the third year (CrossTraining year) of the program, students will be required to complete one unit of Field Education with a crosscultural focus prior to the CrossTraining year.

Click here for more information on internship / field education options.

Profile of a Graduating Student

A graduating student will:

  • demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the
  • biblical/theological basis for world evangelism
  • develop a growing passion to be a world Christian and participate in evangelism both at home and abroad
  • discover and grow in cultural sensitivity to members of other cultures and faith communities
  • discover a biblical worldview that enables them to live and minister effectively in a multicultural environment
  • acquire skills and experience necessary to successfully disciple someone from another culture
  • gain the necessary training in missiology for entrance requirements for further graduate studies, or to enter intercultural ministries both at home and abroad.

Career Path Options

This major prepares graduates for intercultural ministry within North America or beyond. This degree will also help people work in para–church organizations and social agencies who work interculturally in areas of relief, community development, immigration, or international student outreach.

Future Education Possibilities

This degree program will provide students with a foundation for graduate studies in various Christian fields.

To download or print the Cross Training textbook list, please click here!

Course Requirements

Biblical and Theological Studies (33 credit hours)

General Arts (36 credit hours)

Professional Studies (36 credit hours)

* Courses provided in partnership with CrossTraining

Electives (15 credit hours) (one 3-credit modern language course recomended)