2024-25 Academic Draft Catalog

SLDR Course Descriptions

Table of Contents

SLDR 500 Theories and Praxis of Christian Leadership

3 credit hours

In the realm of leadership, both inside and outside Christian communities, numerous models are seeking to bring lasting change in systems or organizations. This course will not only look at the varying models of leadership, noting their strengths and limitations, but students will also develop a theologically formed definition of leadership that is embodied, incarnational, and contextually driven.

Back to top

SLDR 510 Diversity and Cultural Humility in Leadership

3 credit hours

Builds the capacity of women and men to effectively develop cultural humility and leadership skills for an increasingly globalized and diverse world. This course will explore methods for curating sacred spaces in diverse contexts, responding to justice concerns both personally and communally, and understanding how to engage and manage conflict.

Back to top

SLDR 520 Transformation in Cultures and Systems

3 credit hours

Designed to assist leaders and their communities in understanding and engaging in the faithful transformation of the cultures, systems, and structures of their context. The course follows a practical and theological approach, engaging in description, theological evaluation, and transformational practice while drawing insights from various disciplines to help discern effective and faithful change in a cultural system.

Back to top

SLDR 530 Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Christian Perspective

3 credit hours

Social innovation has historic roots in the Christian church. Christians have always led creative endeavors to address systemic issues in the world that operated outside of the traditional church setting. Students will develop the skills necessary to plan, strategize, create, and implement new and creative faith-based social enterprises that address contemporary issues in the world. Additional course fees may be required.

Back to top

SLDR 540 Technology in a Global Society

3 credit hours

This course is the study and evaluation of the impacts of technology on individuals and society. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the access and use of technology locally and globally. It provides a theological framework for students to discern their own use of technology, including the use and influence of social media, for a social enterprise or faith-based not-for-profit

Back to top

SLDR 550 Administration and Finance Development for Faith-Based Enterprises

3 credit hours

The administration and financial practices of faith-based enterprises are complex. This course will explore principles and practices of administration covering not-for-profit finances (including best practices around donor relations), staff and personnel relations, legal concerns, management of daily operations, and other unique administrative practices for faith-based ventures. Additional course fees may be required.

Back to top

SLDR 585 Advanced Topics in Leadership

3 credit hours

Explores the development of particular leadership and/or management skills needed for effective outcomes in an organization.

Back to top

SLDR 595 Special Study

1-3 credit hour

A specially designed and individually tailored course of research involving in-depth study of a particular question, problem, or issue presented by the student. The student must make application for the study prior to registration for the semester in which the study will be carried out. The application must be approved by the faculty member overseeing the study and the departmental chair. Special arrangements for regular courses of study must be approved by the dean.

Back to top