a. Course Requirements

Students must attend all lectures, tutorials, seminars (where necessary), and practical activities for each approved course of study. Additionally, they must complete all requisite assignments.

Any student absent for a cumulative period of five (5) days for a required course will not be permitted to take the final examination for that course.

If a student is absent for a cumulative period of 14 days from all academic activities prescribed for any course during a semester without permission, they will be considered to have withdrawn from the course and will not be allowed to participate in the final semester examination.

Every student is required to sign an attendance sheet at every lecture.

Students are expected to evaluate lecturers and the teaching-learning process at the end of every academic year.

b. Examination Requirements

Students must take examinations at the appointed time and place to receive credit for a course.

Examinations are subject to the Seminary's rules.

Examination questions are moderated by the Graduate Committee to maintain quality assurance.

Each course, excluding project work, must be completed within one semester.

A final examination is required for every course, except core and mandatory courses, which require term papers.

Term papers, where applicable, must be a minimum of 5,000 to 6,000 words.

An examination timetable for each course is published each semester.

Examination marks contribute 60% of the final grade for each course, while continuous assessment contributes the remaining 40%.

The pass mark for an individual course is 50%.

Students must have fulfilled all obligations owed to the Seminary as prescribed in respect to admissions.

c. Graduation Requirements

The Seminary's academic programs are organised into a semester system, with courses evaluated in terms of credits.

Courses are coded and numbered progressively or in levels of academic progression.

Candidates must complete a minimum of 14 courses of 3 academic units (credit hours) each, or a thesis work equivalent to six (6) credit hours. Candidates may opt to take two additional courses totalling six credits in place of a thesis.

A minimum of 48 credits is required for graduation from the MATS program.

All candidates will have the opportunity to take a general course in Research Methods in theological studies.

To qualify for the award of MATS, a student must take all required courses totalling a minimum of 48 credits and pass each subject.

A student failing to obtain a Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) of 2.00 in four (4) courses may be required by the President of the Seminary to withdraw from the program.

Students' progression will be assessed using the Continuous Assessment (CA) System, which allows for effective monitoring of performance throughout the study period.

Assessment weighting for the credit-course system will be graded on a 100-mark scale, with attendance accounting for 10 marks, assignments for 30 marks, and examinations for 60 marks.

The word count for MATS Thesis shall be between 20,000 and 30,000 words, with an external assessment conducted.

a.     Required (core) course(s)

Issues in Old Testament Theology; Issues in New Testament Theology; Issues in Mission Studies; Gender Issues in African Independent Christianity; Readings in African Christian Theology; and Pentecostal and Charismatic Theologies.

b.    Elective course(s)

Advanced Biblical Hebrew; Advanced Biblical Greek; Biblical Interpretation in African Christianity; Biblical Preaching & Communication; Biblical Prophetic Traditions; Biblical Wisdom Traditions; Old Testament Ethics; Issues in Pauline Theology; Critical Issues in the Gospel; The Psalms in African Life and Thought; Philosophy, Theory and Practice of Pastoral Care and Counseling; Issues in Pastoral Care and Counseling; Pastoral Counselling Methods; Issues in Christian Marriage and Family Counseling; Pre-marital Counseling; Conflict Resolution; Religion and Health in African Perspectives; Healing and Deliverance in Counseling; Addiction to alcohol and other Drugs; Rudiments and Theories of Leadership;  Church Management and Governance; Ethics in Christian Leadership; Church Leadership and Youth Development;  Church Leadership and Adult Ministries; Communication in Leading Others; Christian Leadership, Poverty & Wealth Development; African Traditional Ethics and Leadership; Financial Management for Church Leaders; Pastoral Leadership in African Context

c.     General Courses

Research Methods for Theology and Region I; Research Methods for Theology and Religion II

d.    Practical training, industrial attachment, internship, clinical experience, etc.

Ø  Clinical and Pastoral Training (for students offering Pastoral Care and Counselling)

Semester One

Semester Two

Semester Three

Semester Four

Mode of Delivery

1.     Lecture

2.     Discussions

3.     Class Presentations

4.     Interactive multi-media

5.     Clinicals at accredited Hospitals

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CORE COURSES (A)

TSA 501         Issues in Old Testament Theology              3CR

This course focuses on highlighting some theological themes in the Old Testament with the aim of emphasizing other voices in the Old Testament. It seeks to affirm the plurality of views in each book of the Old Testament and their expressions. Attention will be given to some themes like grace, Holy Spirit, Satan, salvation, sexuality, ethnicity etc derived from particular books of the Old Testament. It will also look at the implications of the various themes for the contemporary African Christian context. 

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

·       Expose the basic approaches to the study of OT theology.

·       Appreciate the various perspectives and theologies in some of the OT books which have been overlooked.

·       Show the convergence of OT thought to in African life.

 TSA 502         Issues in Mission Studies                  3 CR

This course examines the contemporary issues confronting Christian missions in Africa. It also aims to explore the contemporary issues in evangelism and church planting. It includes also some practical skills that can enable the student to embark on physical church planting activities as well as train others to do the same. Areas of interest will include Jesus and mission, mission in the early church, mission in Africa, and mission in urban, semi-urban and rural settings.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Understand evangelism as a core mandate of the Church

·       Articulate contemporary principles for addressing evangelism and church planting

·       Develop strategies and methods for doing effective mission

TSA 503         Issues in New Testament Theology             3 CR

This course explores the issues that illuminate the various theologies in the New Testament text. It pays attention to the discussion of the diverse theological emphases of the New Testament documents, emphasizing themes such as discipleship, healing, poverty and wealth, ethnicity, salvation, atonement etc with the aim of understanding how they address issues of concern for the African Church. Attempts will be made to highlight the purpose and the points of emphasis of some of the individual New Testament writers as interpreted by African scholars.

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

§  Articulate and demonstrate the continuing relevance of the theology of the New Testaments and its place in African Christian worship.

·       Relate the basic events and their basic characteristics to the stories of the New Testament to African life and thought

·       Exhibit familiarity with some methods of biblical exegesis and demonstrate skills in interpreting the New Testament.

TSA 605         Gender Issues in African Independent Christianity                     3CR

The course seeks to explore the challenges of gender issues in African independent churches. It looks at the lived experiences and theological perspectives centred around issues of gender. Areas to consider will include human sexuality issues, African cultures and gender, feminist activism, violence and mediation, women in church leadership. It aims at developing familiarity with the variety of interpretive approaches of denominations to assess their strengths and weaknesses, and to examine the future of interpreting biblical stories as it relates to God, the church and human communities.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Articulate consciousness about issues of gender pertaining to African Independent Christianity

·       Explore the various dimensions of interpreting gender issues in Africa from a theological perspective.

·       Demonstrate abilities to stand against injustice and gender issues

TSA 606         Pentecostal and Charismatic Theologies                3CR

This course is designed to study Pentecostal/charismatic Christianity as a global movement with emphasis on the history and theology of the movement within the African context. It will examine the biblical foundations of Pentecostalism and theological emphasis shaped by indigenous religious imaginations. Topics to be explored will include Pentecostalism as a global movement, biblical foundations, history of Pentecostalism in Africa, Baptism and gifts of the Holy Spirit, healing and Deliverance, prophetism, giving and prosperity gospel, and Pentecostalism and sacramentalism.

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

1.     Appreciate the Pentecostal movement as a genuine move to the Holy Spirit within worldwide Christianity

2.     Appreciate the movement’s contribution to renewal theology and the reshaping of Christian Spirituality

3.     Gain a deeper understanding of a form of Christianity that has moved from the periphery to become arguably the dominant form of Christian expression in the 21^st Century

TSA 607         Readings in African Christian Theology                3CR

The course will examine the significance of the shift in Christian presence from the northern to the southern continents and how this has been interpreted by the leading names in the field.  The significant works to be considered will include those of Lamin Sanneh, Andrew F. Walls, Kwame Bediako, John S. Mbiti, Kwesi A. Dickson, John S. Pobee, Masamba ma Mpolo, Jesse Mugambi, Bolaji Idowu and Mercy A. Oduyoye.

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

·       Demonstrate how the contributions made by Africans in Christianity 

·       Explore the many dimensions African Christians have approached issues in Christianity

BIBLICAL STUDIES OPTION

TSB 511         Advanced Biblical Hebrew              3CR

This course is a continuation of the introductory Biblical Hebrew and focuses on reading, syntax, translation and exegesis, to assist the student in reading, translating and exegete-selected prose and poetic texts. This course aims to help students become fluent in reading the Hebrew Bible and analyze biblical texts. Students may be introduced to critical analysis of the pointing of a text. Some attention would be given to mother-tongue translations of the Hebrew text. 

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

·       Read the Hebrew Bible fluently. 

·       Identify Hebrew words in their syntactical forms

·       Translate Hebrew texts and offer their theological significance

TSB 512         Advanced Biblical Greek                 3CR

This course seeks to build on the introductory Biblical Greek grammar and vocabulary. It emphasizes on equipping the student to read the Greek Bible and to do translation of the Greek text.  Critical reading and intensive translation of selected New Testament books and passages from other texts with emphasis on Exegesis. Some attention would be given to mother-tongue translations of the Greek text.

 Objective:

By the end of the course, students should be able to

·   Read the Greek Bible fluently

·   Do exercises on inflections in the tenses and declensions of nouns taught,

·    Translations from Greek to English.

TSB 513         Biblical Interpretation in African Christianity                 3CR

This course will examine hermeneutical principles, interpretations and uses of the Bible within African Christianity.  Particular attention would be given to how the independent indigenous churches of Africa approach the Bible, including its uses in talismanic ways. John Mbiti’s work, The Bible and Theology in African Christianity, and works of John Ekem and Gerald O. West would be essential readings for this course. This is to expose students to biblical interpretation as an art, a science and profoundly spiritual discipline. 

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

• Facilitate a critical analysis of various methods employed in doing biblical hermeneutics
• Acquaint themselves with fundamental principles governing the discipline of biblical interpretation
• Apply the principles of interpretation to the task of interpreting the Judeo-Christian Scriptures especially in local Ghanaian/African languages

TSB 514         Biblical Preaching & Communication                                3CR

The course is designed to explore the nature of preaching the Bible in Christian ministry and to equip students to know how to communicates the message of the Bible faithfully and effectively in the ministry of the Church. Emphasis is placed on preaching as the exposition of the Word of God. Different types of sermons will be explored. Students will be exposed to some step-by-step methods of deriving a message from the Word of God and applying it to the context of the hearers.

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

·       Articulate and demonstrate the continuing relevance and spiritual value of preaching Christ in a responsible and coherently Christian manner.

·       Describe and demonstrate effective homiletical methods of approach that are in concert with the rhetorical strategies.

·       Practice an approach to biblical exegesis, exposition and hermeneutics that provides effective theological guidelines for consistent imaginative and powerful pastoral preaching in an African context.

·       Exhibit effective communication skills in their preaching of the Gospel.

TSB 615         Biblical Prophetic Traditions                                  3 CR

This course explores the prophetic traditions representing the major historical narratives in the Old and New Testaments. It traces activities and interpretations of men and women whom God chose as agents and messengers to carry out the will of God among the people and reflections about the prophetic phenomenon. It also seeks to study God’s mission from Abraham (around 1200 BCE) to Malachi (around 515 BCE) through to the first Century AD church in the New Testament (NT) period. While attention is placed on the Bible, archeology and documents from the ANE including the Dead Sea Scrolls further give supporting evidence of the narratives. It will also deal with the implications of prophecy for contemporary African Christianity to stimulate a critical appreciation of the phenomenon in social activity. 

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, the student will be able:

·       To know the broad theological contributions of the prophets in the OT

·       To know the significance of prophecy from the earliest instances of biblical prophecy to the latest.

·       To appreciate a much broader and clearer understanding of the profound ministry of prophecy for ministry today. 

TSB 616         Biblical Wisdom Traditions                         3 CR

The course focuses on the wisdom traditions of the Old and New Testaments. It pays attention to the interpretation of the Wisdom books and its literary and theological perspectives. It will also deal with the implications of wisdom literature for contemporary African context to stimulate a critical appreciation of the Christian’s social activity. 

Objectives: 

By the end of this course, the student will be able:

·       To know the broad theological contributions of wisdom books

·       To expose the basic literary forms in the wisdom books, locating examples of these forms in their characteristic scriptural context.

·       To develop familiarity with African wisdom approaches to God, life, church and society.

TSB 617         Old Testament Ethics                       3 CR

This course explores the applicability of ethical issues in the Old Testament which African biblical scholars and ethicists have to reckon with. The moral issues of the Hebrew Scriptures shall be discussed in relation to their applicability to African ethical issues, as well as their limitations. It focuses on the sense by which the Old Testament can be said to have moral authority over the Christian.  

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to

·       Examine the role and purpose of ethics in decision-making.

·       Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical, social, and economic environments in which these occur.

·       Apply skills required for the successful practice of management within the framework of societal values.

TSB 618         Issues in Pauline Theology                3 CR

This course will guide students to appreciate the complexity of Paul’s theological background and to develop a balanced position in their evaluation of his writings. Some attention will be given to the New Perspectives on Paul. Major theological themes like spiritual gifts, law, social ethics in Paul’s writings will be critically examined and attempt will be made to assess their relevance for present-day church and society.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

·   Exhibit familiarity with some methods of biblical exegesis

·   Demonstrate skills in interpreting Pauline ideas

·   Critically examine the theological issues in Pauline letters

·   Understand the theological implications of the message in Pauline letters

TSB 619         Critical Issues in the Gospels                       3CR

This course seeks to facilitate discussions on critical issues relating to the message of the Gospels for the African community. It examines the common perspectives of the gospels in relation to its interpretation in African traditions. It also offers an in-depth study of fundamental issues involved in their interpretation. Topics to be discussed will include ……………..

Objectives

By the end of the course students will be able to do

·       Effective interpret the Gospels, taking into consideration the double and triple traditions of the various Gospels.

·       Exhibit familiarity with some methods of biblical exegesis and demonstrate skills in interpreting the theological viewpoints of each author

·       Understand the theological issues in the Gospels and its implications for the African church

TSB 620         Theology of the Psalms in African Thought                      3 CR

This course looks at the theological themes of the Psalms and explores how African worldviews influence the interpretation of the Psalter for pastoral work and teaching. It seeks to deploy the richness of the Psalter in worship, preaching, and teaching. It introduces the Psalter from an exegetical and theological point of view, offering reflections on how to interpret the psalms focusing on the imagery and metaphoric world of the Psalter and to be attentive to the theological movements within the psalms. It seeks to recognize that the psalms are written in a poetic style, comparing it with prosaic literature and common speech to place the psalms into more precise literary genres

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

·   Exhibit familiarity with some methods of exegeting the psalter

·   Demonstrate skills in interpreting Hebrew Poetry

·   Critically examine the theological issues in Psalms

·   Understand the theological implications of the message in Psalms

PASTORAL & PRACTICAL THEOLOGY OPTION

TSC 511         Philosophy, Theory & Practice of Pastoral Care and Counselling                      3 CR

This course is an advanced study of the major theories in the field of Pastoral care and counselling, as well as an exploration of the historical perspectives and philosophies upon which they are based. The theological, biblical and psychological theories to be addressed include biblical images of shepherding and caring, person-centered counselling and therapy, analytical theory, behaviour therapy, and gestalt therapy. A special emphasis will be placed on the axiom, “know thyself.”

Objective:

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

·       Expose students to the philosophies and theories that undergird the practice of Pastoral Care and Counselling.

·       Understand the various theories of counselling and how these theories can assist pastoral leaders in understanding the psychological dynamics at work in people’s lives

·       Know the different approaches in pastoral care, pastoral counselling and spiritual accompaniment

TSC 512         Issues in Pastoral Care and Counselling    3 CR

This course presents an in-depth study of particular issues in Pastoral Care and Counselling. It seeks to engage students in in-depth discussions on some particular issues in Pastoral care and counseling. It also seeks to deepen the understanding of the issues so as to strengthen their practice in pastoral care and counseling as well as their ability to teach these issues.

Objective:

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Understand some specific issues that every pastoral care giver needs to know.

·       understand the significance of pastoral care, pastoral counselling and spiritual accompaniment

·       gain a better aware ness and understanding of self and the impact on pastoral care relationships

TSC 513         Pastoral Counselling Methods                     3 CR

This course seeks to expose students to the theory and practice of pastoral care and counselling the major methods used in counselling individuals and groups, and have students develop their own approaches to individual and group counseling. The methods will be examined with a focus on applicability to different client needs in a variety of settings. The relationship between specific theories and their pastoral counselling applications will also be assessed. Case study approaches are combined with counselling practices to demonstrate developing strategies working with individuals and groups.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

·      Understand the major approaches used in counselling individuals and groups

·      Know how to support clients and offer support to self-help groups

TSC 514         Issues in Christian Marriage and Family Counselling     3 CR

This is an examination of marriage and family within the Christian community. Biblical, theological and psychological reflections will be combined with family systems and interpersonal communications theory to provide a varied set of perspectives by which to think about pastoral care and counselling to married couples and to families in the contemporary society.  Emphasis shall be placed on marriage growth enrichment, handling conflict at various stages of the marital relationship; pastoral care to the divorced and widowed, practicing non-violent communication, and the dynamics of ministering to families. Such an understanding is brought to bear on what the nature of Christian Marriage should be in the Ghanaian context.

Objectives:

At the end of the course, students will be able to

·      Gain insight into Christian marriage especially in the Ghanaian context 

·      Approach counselling at various stages of marriage.

·      Explore the use of professional methods in life issues in marriage.

TSC 615         Pre-marital Counselling                   3 CR

This course seeks to prepare students to adequately offer pastoral counselling to prospective couples. It looks at the biblical, theological and psychological reflections which informs family systems and interpersonal relationships. Emphasis shall be placed on premarital pastoral care, preparing for traditional and Christian marriage, handling conflict at various stages of the marital relationship; communication, and the dynamics of ministering to families.

Objectives

At the end of the course the student will be able to

·      Counsel prospective couples on dating and courting before marriage especially in the Ghanaian context 

·      Understand the basic issues of traditional marriage in the African context

·      Explore the use of professional methods in preparing couples for marriage.

TSC 616         Conflict Resolution  3 CR

This course involves an examination of the place of differences in a congregation and of the ways and means through which it might deteriorate into conflict.  The nature and dynamics of conflict, resolution strategies, and the essential nature of forgiveness and healing in the church will be explored.  Attention will be given to the discussion of ways of responding to differences so that they might be valuable resources to the congregation, inhibiting the development of conflict, and of protecting the congregation, should it occur.

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to

·       Develop skills in assessing root causes to community needs and conflict.

·       Understand the interdisciplinary field of conflict studies and conflict intervention processes in an effort to develop and enhance the skills to meet the leadership challenges.

·       Understand constructive responses to the problems caused by conflict and how to mobilize multiple stakeholders to implement change for the common good.

·       Understand ‘management’ and ‘resolution’ approaches in peace‐keeping, peace‐making and peace‐building.

TSC 617         Religion and Health in an African Perspective     3 CR

This course attempts to explore the interface between religion and health.  Attention will be given to the role of religion in fostering good health. It explores the significance of spirituality in health practice, intersections between religion and well-being, physical and emotional heath. Focus shall be on the church and HIV/AIDS, traditional medicine, faith healing, significance of Christian Health Institutions, and other critical health issues that confront religious practitioners in the Ghanaian Christian community.

Objectives

At the end of the course, student will be able to

·       Understand the exposures and experiences between spirituality and health matters

·       Know how religious associations can support healing processes

·       Understand the place of worship and liturgical rites in a healing process

TSC 618         Healing and Deliverance in Counseling     3 CR

This course examines the historical, theological and pastoral dimensions of healing and deliverance ministries in light of missional theology and practice. An exploration of the healing patterns for the seasons of life from birth to death, crisis moments, and for use in worship, will be made. Attention will also be given to the place of the Prayer Camps, the Holy Spirit in healing, the impact of anointing, the influence of the devil and the demonic in Christian life and thought, curses and blessings etc.

Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to

·       Understand pastoral dimensions of healing and deliverance

·       Understand deliverance patterns in the practice of Christian missions

·       Understand how to approach issues of demonology in a Ghanaian context.

TSC 619         Addiction to Alcohol and Other Drugs      3 CR

This course involves an investigation of the nature and dynamics of addiction as it manifests itself in the individual and the wider social system in the light of biblical, theological, psychological, social and pastoral considerations.  The role of society in exacerbating addictive patterns, medical realities and preventive strategies will also be explored.  Focus is on the pastoral perspectives and practical programmes for the church’s ministry to persons and families suffering from addiction to alcohol, other drugs, sex, power, work, and other forms of potentially addictive behaviour.  The significance of spirituality and 12-step programmes in healing and restoration of the addict are also considered.

Objectives:

By the end of the course students will be able to

·       Understand the dynamics of addictive behaviours

·       Know how spirituality supports healing and restoration of addicts and appreciate the steps in restoring addicts

·       Use biblical, psychological, social and pastoral resources to help alcohol and other drug addicts.

TSC 620         Clinical Pastoral Training                           3 CR

This practical course provides the student to develop competencies necessary to meet clients in a health facility. will make the student engage in the work of a spiritual, emotional, physical, social and psychological growth caregiver, and in ways that enhances self-awareness and one’s capabilities as a caregiver. It enables a Christian to minister with integrity in a health facility. Consideration is given to the unique role of the emotional health of the caregiver and its impact on the healing and recovery of “troubled persons.” Also, special consideration is given to the theological implications of issues and the unique role of pastoral ministry in the recovery and growth of persons in need.

Structure

This course involves 150 hours of Clinical practice as a pastoral care giver in a hospital setting in a supervised setting. It will be made up of 50 hours with a trained supervisor, 50 hours of practice, and 50 hours of the formal learning time spent in writing reflection papers.

Expected competencies:

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

·      Minister to the sick and provide pastoral care in health institutions

·      Develop communication skills to sick persons

·      Develop counseling skills to persons in trauma

·      Design and effective pastoral care practice in a clinical setting

·      Appreciate the significance of faith healing. 

CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP OPTION

TSD 511         Rudiments and Theories of Leadership     3 CR

This course examines leadership theory and practice in the context of Christian organizations. Students will be encouraged to consider their own personal leadership patterns and to develop their ability to match appropriate leadership behaviors to specific situations and organizational priorities. It aims at classifying and clarifying different dimensions of active leadership thus, generating considerable organizational and social research of leadership styles and behaviours. The course is specifically designed to provide a fundamental familiarity with the leadership literature historically, using those texts widely considered timeless and essential.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Understand a framework for understanding our historical and current views of leadership will emerge.

·       Appreciate the mental models and the underlying assumptions about leadership from current and historical perspectives.

TSD 512         Church Management and Governance                  3 CR

In service to developing a viable ministerial and management style, this course is designed to offer students an opportunity to explore the essential principles for church management and administration. Issues such as managing membership, managing differences, managing church finance and projects, planning for change and decision-making, and work ethics in ministry are all crucial elements in ministry relevant to the health and vigor of congregations and will be addressed in this course.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Understand the main elements of integration in organization design

·       Articulate the vertical and horizontal coordination mechanisms

·       Understand coordination and teamwork

·       Achieve efficiency and flexibility in managing churches

TSD 513         Ethics in Christian Leadership                   3 CR

This course in Christian ethics and leadership seeks to enable students to uphold moral integrity in the provision of leadership. It explores issues of morality, corruption and empathy and other practical issues in the Ghanaian context as they affect leadership from the Christian perspective. Biblical and theological basis of leadership as well as essential elements or issues of leadership, management and administration are all addressed.  Each student is expected to have a thorough self-assessment of his/her spiritual gift(s), leadership style, ethics and approach to conflict so as to develop a life-map and skills for anticipated ministry.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to

·       Understand how an enhanced development of a strong pastoral integrity and personal identity influences effective ministry

·       Understanding of key theoretical and practical matters in leadership, global ethics, and civic responsibility. 

·       Review a number of huge challenges to ethical leadership in the twenty-first century and emphasize the need for global ethical leadership

TSD 514         Church Leadership and Youth Development        3 CR

This course seeks to prepare leaders in meeting the challenges of the youth using a relevant pastoral identity. It enables candidates to explore the dynamic challenges of youth culture and other practical issues in the Ghanaian context as they affect Christian leadership. It aims at building skills to lead youth organizations, and address career changes for practicing professionals in youth serving positions.

Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·       Utilize an integrated strategy of ministering to young people

·       Offer education and collaboration in youth ministries.

·       Use competencies, knowledge and skills necessary to help young people develop into healthy, competent, coping and contributing citizens.

TSD 515         Pastoral Leadership in African Context    3 CR

The course focuses on exploring some of the styles of leadership from African Christian context. Attention will be given to the life stories of African pastors and church founders as well as their wives who serve as partners in ministry. It will also look at the implications of the various leadership styles for contemporary African Christian context. It is designed to help students understand and critically evaluate how African pastors are shaping Christianity in Africa and the world.

Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

• Develop familiarity with the variety of leadership styles
• Understand the various perspectives of leadership and how it relates to God, individual life, and the African church and society.
• Determine current strengths and development areas as a leader
• Articulate personal values that motivate own actions
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• TSD 615         Church Leadership and Adult Ministries              3 CR

  This course explores developmental approaches to leadership based on adult development stage theory. It focuses on raising personal awareness and navigate current challenges facing adults in their social, economic, and spiritual developmental perspectives. It addresses leadership competencies such as delegation, prioritization, empowerment, strategic thinking, and others -- all of which demand a certain stage of development. It also explores the link between the development of leadership competencies and the development of the adult human being. It will explore the relationship between their stage of development and accepted leadership competencies, with a focus on opportunities for each leader to expand their own development and effectiveness as a leader.

  Objectives

  At the end of this course, fellows will be able to:

  • Understand leadership from the perspective of adult developmental stages.
  • Create a personal development plan leveraging what they have learned.
  • Learn how to use their new knowledge to better manage and lead others in light of their current leadership context.
  • Discover students’ own developmental stage through completing the Maturity Assessment Profile (MAP).
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  • TSD 616         Communication in Leading Others           3 CR

    This course explores the practice of and feedback on building relationships and accomplishing desired outcomes using leadership conversations. It looks at how to use conversation to inspire, direct, develop and hold others accountable and will explore how to create breakthroughs in actions and outcomes through effective engagement with others. The course will also examine how individual relationships and organizational values shape decision-making and action in an organizational context.

     

    Objectives

    At the end of this course, students will be able to:

    • Discern how to use conversational skills, such as listening, inquiry and summary and other speech acts, to engage and align with others
    • Use the patterns of speech that create possibilities and action
    • Notice own habits of communication and how they enhance or detract from leadership style, presence and effectiveness
    • Determine current strengths and development areas as a leader
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    • TSD 617         African Traditional Ethics and Leadership          3 CR

       

      One of the main aims of traditional societies is to make people moral beings with a sense of transcendence and commitment to communal well-being.  This course will examine the religious background of traditional ethics in Africa and how the society instils its ethical demands and expectations in the individual as he or she grows up within society. This course will also look at readings of the works of major authors in African philosophy, including Kwame Gyekye, Kwame Anthony Appiah, Kwesi Wiredu and N. Soglo.

      Objectives

      At the end of the course, students will be able to

      ·       Examine the role and purpose of African ethics in decision-making.

      ·       Demonstrate an understanding of the African ethical, social, and economic environments in which these occur.

      ·       Apply skills required for the successful practice of management within the framework of societal values.

      
      

      TSD 618         Christian Leadership, Poverty, Wealth & Development 3 CR

      This course seeks to enable students to explore the dynamic challenges of economic life in the church setting and other practical issues in the Ghanaian context as they affect Christian leadership. It is designed to help students understand and critically evaluate how development of less developed countries and regions is conducted by different nations, organizations, and agencies. Students are provided with a basic foundation of international development theory and practice, as well as with knowledge of the key players in the developmental arena. The controversial aspects of international development will then be explored, including discussions on colonialism and dependency, environmental damage, bureaucratic corruption, and socioeconomic/political   obstacles   to   people-centered   development.  Principles   and   practices   of   ethical development are also discussed.

      Objectives

      At the end of this course students will be able to:

      ·       Understand spatial patterns of poverty and wealth in the Ghanaian context.

      ·       Appreciate development theories and relate them to the Ghanaian context.

      ·       Develop an appropriate planning and development strategy to help communities stay out of poverty.

       TSD 619    Financial Management for Church Leaders               3 CR

      This course provides an overview of Church financial management and introduces students to the fundamentals of accounting and finance. The course introduces an understanding of basic accounting and financial management concepts with emphasis on practical applications and problem-solving techniques. The primary objective is to provide the student with the tools to understand and solve the basic financial problems confronting contemporary churches as a business entity. The course covers basic accounting systems and reports, agency theory, time value of money, financial planning (budgeting), management of cash flows, valuation of assets, capital budgeting techniques, risk and return, sources of financing, capital structure theory, and dividend policy assessment. The emphasis is on financial Statement analysis, time value of money, cash budget, and financing.

       

      Objectives

      At the end of the course, the student will be able to

      ·       Demonstrate considerable knowledge in the application of National and International Accounting standards for reporting, recording, and projecting financial information

      ·       Demonstrate understanding of the structure of financial statements.

      ·       Determine methods of financing business activities.

      
      

      
      

      PREREQUISITES

       

      TSE 601         Research Methods I                         1.5 CR

      The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the field of qualitative research and prepare them with the skills, techniques, and knowledge necessary to undertake independent research using this methodology. This course will provide an opportunity for participants to improve their understanding of research through critical exploration of research language, ethics, and approaches. The course introduces the language of research, ethical principles and challenges, and the elements of the research process within qualitative and mixed methods approaches. Participants will use these theoretical underpinnings to begin to critically review literature relevant to their field or interests and determine how research findings are useful in informing their understanding of their environment.

       

      Objectives

      At the end of this course, students will be able to:

      ·       Demonstrate understanding of general research backgrounds and terminologies.

      ·       Identify and explain ethical principles of research, ethical challenges, and approval processes.

      ·       Conduct qualitative research work and mixed research work.

       

      TSE 603  Research Methods II                                                        1.5 CR                 

      This course covers quantitative techniques in business decision-making. It provides students with a fundamental knowledge of statistical theory and applies the theory to decision-making situations. This course focuses on application of quantitative methods using examples from accounting, management information systems, finance, human resources, production, services, economics marketing through statistical measurements, regression analysis, statistical techniques for sampling, and hypothesis testing. In addition, the course equips students with essential strategies of undertaking research activities with focus on problem identification and choice of research topic, statement of relevant research objectives, formulation of research hypotheses, research design, questionnaire, interview programming, collection of data, organization and processing of data, presentation and interpretation of estimated data, and report writing.  The course further assists students on how to use computer systems and spreadsheets as tools for performing statistical calculations, creating tables, and generating graphical representations

        

      Objectives

      At the end of this course, students will be able to:

      ·       Describe quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches to research.

      ·       Identify the components of a literature review process.

      ·       Critically analyze published research.

      ·       Identify and explain ethical principles of research, ethical challenges, and approval processes

      
      

      Assessment Regulations:

      a) Students’ Performance and achievement:

      Performance in a course shall be measured in terms of:

      ·      The results of prescribed written examinations and/or

      ·      Assessment of such essays, exercises, presentations, internships, reports, term papers and dissertation as may be prescribed for each course.

       

      b) Students shall be provided with a Students Handbook, which contains all regulations on assessment and achievements.

       

       c) Each course, excluding the Thesis, shall be completed in one Semester. A final (end-of-Semester) examination or Term Paper is required as part of the evaluation procedure for every course.

       

      d) An examination timetable for each course shall be published each Semester.

      e) The time period allotted to each type of examination paper shall be as follows:

                  1 - Credit Course                    -           1 hour

                  3 -Credit Course                     -           3 hours

       

      f) Candidate taking more than five courses in the first and Third Semester may be allowed to proceed provided they can show the ability to do extra learning.

                             

      g) Student in Pastoral Care and Counseling option must have knowledge in Clinical Pastoral Training and must be demonstrated in relation to:

                          i.              Developing pastoral care plans; making sound judgment in clinical situations.

                        ii.              Using critical thinking approach to influence patient outcome.

                      iii.              The use of communication and interpersonal skills that link prudent skills and practical knowledge.

                       iv.              Correct application of theoretical knowledge and spirituality in clinical practice.