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108 JM 702 Capstone Practicum This course is a practical field-based learning experience required of all MA JM students. It is designed to offer practical vocational experience and skill learning in a mentored service context in order to better prepare for faithful and effective justice ministry. The course places students in contexts intended to complement and reinforce their academic training; enable an appreciation of the complexity of justice- focused organizations and the individuals who work in the field; and provide students with insights to guide their further development of knowledge and skills in the years ahead. The location, specific ministry role, and site-based mentor must be approved by the professor before the student is allowed to officially enroll in the course. Three hours. 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 perspectives. 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, focusing 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. Two or 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.