School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
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2010-2011<br />
Intercultural <strong>Studies</strong><br />
Certificate<br />
The Intercultural <strong>Studies</strong> Certificate is designed for people who are serving on missions committees, working as tentmakers or<br />
functioning cross-culturally in a volunteer capacity. It is suited for those persons who already have a college degree but desire<br />
formal training in Intercultural <strong>Studies</strong>.<br />
WJU Intercultural <strong>Studies</strong> certificate recipients will demonstrate:<br />
1. A clear understanding <strong>of</strong> the biblical and theological bases for missions.<br />
2. A vision and burden for God’s work in today’s world.<br />
3. An understanding <strong>of</strong> cross-cultural ministry theory and methodology.<br />
4. Development <strong>of</strong> cross-cultural ministry skills, especially the ability to make the gospel and one’s ministry relevant to local<br />
contexts.<br />
5. An appreciation for diverse cultures and the sensitive issues involved in cross-cultural communication.<br />
6. Self-awareness concerning one’s adjustment to diverse cultures.<br />
Contemporary Discipleship (LDRS152a,b) ............................................. 5<br />
Perspectives on the World Christian Movement (ICS103) .................... 3<br />
Cultural Anthropology (ICS202) ............................................................. 3<br />
Sociology (SOC201) ................................................................................ 3<br />
World Religions (ICS320) ........................................................................ 3<br />
Serving in Urban Contexts (ICS341) ....................................................... 3<br />
Establishing Faith Communities (ICS401) ............................................. 3<br />
Issues in Intercultural Life & Work (ICS403) ......................................... 3<br />
Acts (NT210) ........................................................................................... 3<br />
Biblical Interpretation (BIBL349) ............................................................ 3<br />
Total units for Certificate ........................................................................ 32<br />
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