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104 JM 590, 690 Studies in Justice and Mission These course numbers are reserved for courses of special or one-time interest that do not otherwise appear in the catalog. Two or three hours. JM 591, 691 Individualized Study in Justice and Mission These course numbers are reserved for courses that are designed to free the student for independent investigation in justice and mission under the guidance of a professor. One to three hours. LEADERSHIP The leadership program focuses on developing, equipping and encouraging men and women to be effective leaders in the body of Christ. Embracing church, parachurch, and cross-cultural contexts of ministry, the department challenges students to broaden their ministry perspective. Students are taught to understand and develop their own leadership style as well as to develop their own philosophy of leadership and ministry based upon solid theological, philosophical and leadership principles. Students personalize their curriculum by choosing classes from various specialized areas of ministry to focus on their personal and professional development. LD 501 Theological and Theoretical Foundations for Leadership Focuses on helping students formulate a biblical foundation for leadership coupled with the latest research findings in the field of leadership practice and development. Examined are the basic functions of leadership required across different organizations and cultural contexts and helps students to discover their gifts, leadership style, and specific skills in leadership. Offered fall semesters. Three hours. LD 511 Strategy for Leadership Development Helps leaders develop the philosophy, methods, and skills for identifying emerging leaders in diverse cultural contexts and preparing them to assume expanding leadership responsibilities. Students learn how to assess leadership development needs and examine options to meet those needs. Students will plan and execute a leadership training experience relevant to the leadership development needs in a specific organizational and cultural context. Suggested prerequisite: LD 501 Theological and Theoretical Foundations for Leadership. Offered fall semesters. Three hours. LD 521 Management for Leaders The purpose of this course is to enable leaders to develop and manage effective organizational structures with a focus on creative problem solving, wise decision-making, strategic planning, managing human resources, and providing administrative effectiveness within the context of organizational constitutions and bylaws. Suggested prerequisite: LD 501 Theological and Theoretical Foundations for Leadership. Offered spring semesters. Three hours. LD 571 Leadership Catalyst Designed to assist students in gaining a deeper understanding of the dynamics of leadership in church and parachurch settings, this course blends the head knowledge of leadership skills with a heart focus on the integrity and godliness that God desires for those who seek to lead in various contexts. Individual traits of well-known leaders are examined to help students better understand