Certificate in Intercultural Studies
This program of study is designed to prepare emerging leaders for successful global leadership and ministry across a variety of cultural contexts.
Overview
Solid biblical training from accomplished faculty with years of ministry experience.
This program is designed to prepare students to engage in missions work in a cross-cultural or global setting. All of the courses within this program may also count toward one of the bachelor’s degree programs at Manna U. In addition to the 31 credit hours of academic studies, students are required to fulfill the Leadership in Action requirement.
Program Objectives
- Equip the student with the tools to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Give the student a sense of preparedness by providing practical ministry experience.
- Equip the student to integrate Christian principles into critical thinking and decision-making in one’s personal and/or professional life.
- Give the student a working knowledge of Biblical concepts of global leadership to meet the needs of diverse audiences/targeted age groups and organizational settings.
- Equip the student to integrate a Biblical worldview into the practice of cross-cultural leadership in ministries and organizations.
- Give the student an understanding of intercultural studies from different perspectives, including anthropological, psychological, and theological insights, and to apply cross-cultural thinking to promote organizational and personal effectiveness.
- Equip the student with an understanding of historical and Biblical models and figures of intercultural leadership with their implications in a global context.
Time & Cost
Many people would like to complete a degree and stay out of debt.
The Certificate in Intercultural Studies program requires 10 courses + Student Orientation (or 31 credit hours), which can be completed in 1 year for full-time students. Courses are offered on-campus or online (can be entirely online). Manna U’s low tuition rates enable students to receive solid biblical training from accomplished faculty with years of ministry experience and not be hindered financially.
2022-2023 Undergraduate Tuition Rate = $210 per credit hour
Example Breakdown
Application Fee: $50
Semester 1
Tuition for 4 courses (full-time): $2,520
Tuition for Student Orientation: $210
Library card fee (one-time): $10
Technology fee: $100 *
Total Fees: $2,840
* This is per semester
Semester 2
Tuition for 4 courses (full-time): $2,520
Technology fee: $100 *
Total Fees: $2,620
Semester 3
Tuition for 2 courses (half-time): $1,260
Technology fee: $100 *
Total Fees: $1,360
Graduation Fee: $100
TOTAL COST: $6,970
Note: books and required class resources are not included in this breakdown, but can be estimated at $100 per course. Tuition rates and fees are subject to change at the discretion of Manna U’s Board of Directors.
Scholarships are available for students who do not use military education benefits or federal financial aid.
Courses
Full details can be found in the 2022-2023 Undergraduate Academic Catalog.
Leadership in Action
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| LIA 101 | Leadership in Action (Eight Semesters) | Pass/Fail |
Student Orientation
|
Course Number |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
|
ENG 107 |
Undergraduate Student Orientation |
1 |
Bible & Theology Electives
Select Any Twelve Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIB 100 | Destiny and Calling | 3 |
| BIB 101 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIB 103 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BIB 201 | Writings of John | 3 |
| THE 101 | Introduction to Theology | 3 |
| THE 301 | Kingdom of God | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 | |
General Studies Nonelectives
All Students Must Take ENG 111
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 111 | College Writing | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 | |
Leadership Electives
Select any Three Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| CLG 145 | Leadership Practicum I(a) | 1.5 |
| CLG 146 | Leadership Practicum I(b) | 1.5 |
| LEA 201 | Ethics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 | |
Ministry Electives
Select Any Twelve Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| HUM 130 | Communicating to Oral Cultures | 3 |
| MIS 130 | Concepts in Leading Short-Term Missions | 3 |
| MIS 200 | Missions and the Local Church | 3 |
| MIS 201 | World Missions | 3 |
| MIS 202 | Cross Cultural Ministry I: General Focus | 3 |
| MIS 301 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| MIS 311 | Cross Cultural Ministry II: Middle East Focus | 3 |
| PHL 102 | World Religions | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 | |
Admissions
Admissions section: To become a student at Manna U, follow these two steps:
1. Complete an application, which includes:
- A non-refundable application fee of $50 (linked to application)
- An essay, written by the applicant, of his/her conversion experience (300-600 words), in a format that is typed and double spaced, using 12 pt. font size;
- A Pastoral Reference* from the Pastor of the church that the applicant regularly attends;
- A Personal Reference* from someone who has known you for two years or more and is not related to you.
* Applicants will enter an email address for their selected references and a link to the online reference forms will be sent once the application is submitted.
2. Order your official high school, G.E.D., or previous college transcripts (minimum 2.0 GPA is preferred).
Note: official transcripts are sent directly from one school/college to another. You can arrange to have your transcripts sent electronically to registrar@manna.edu, or a paper copy can be sent to our mailing address:
Manna University
Attn: Registrar’s Office
439 Westwood Shopping Center
PMB 106
Fayetteville, NC 28314
Students who plan to use military education benefits must submit transcripts from high school and all colleges attended.
If you are a student transferring from another college or university, click here for more information.
Emalee’s Story
Like most of today’s college students, Emalee leads a busy life. Fitting in time for studies was a challenge on top of work and serving in her local church, but she gleaned many insights that changed her life.
“The Intercultural studies program is made to push the student to see different cultures in a new light. This was great for me because it showed me how to properly research cultures, as well as understand what they believe based off of the culture as a whole.”
Take Your Next Step
Flexible, Low-Cost Learning
Complete a degree without going into debt
69% of Manna U students receive financial aid or scholarships, and the GI Bill® is accepted. Our generous transfer credit policy helps students move quickly toward their degree. All of Manna U’s certificates and degrees can be completed online.
Effective Leaders Bring Lasting Impact
Jesus chose twelve leaders who were from differing backgrounds. Many religious leaders in that time would have overlooked them. Through teaching and training, He prepared them to lead a movement that changed the world. Whatever your call may be, training at Manna U can help you engage in this kind of transformational leadership.
