Missions/IMB Foundation

Non-degree Certificate

Earn your Missions/International Missions Board Foundation graduate certificate here.

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Your life. Your career. Your studies. Elevate your future without disrupting your daily life, at NGU.
21
Credit Hours
Complete your graduate certificate in just seven courses. Then, apply your credit hours toward a master’s degree if you’d like.
1.5
Years to Complete
The IMB certificate is designed to be completed in just one-and-a-half years.

Develop Crucial Ministry Skills

Deepen your understanding of the spiritual and practical implications of working as a missionary. With this certificate, you’ll sharpen your ability to understand and apply theology and biblical interpretation. Get a stronger understanding the Old and New Testaments of the Bible and learn to research and apply major theological themes found within each, such as Christology and Pneumatology. Learn more about world religions in general and get a better understanding of Christian apologetics. Lay solid foundations for your future.

A career in missions/IMB (International Mission Board) involves working in a variety of roles to support and facilitate missionary efforts and global outreach. After completion, you’ll be better prepared to work in evangelism and humanitarian aid in the United States and across the world. You’ll develop skills in cross-cultural communication and community development and explore ways to share your faith with others and make a difference in their lives, both spiritually and physically.

This certificate meets the requirements provided by the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention for the spouse of a career missionary.

Why Choose?

  • Graduate Level Certificate: Build on your undergraduate degree without committing to a graduate program.
  • 100% Online: Earn your certificate without disrupting everyday life.
  • Degree Flexibility: This certificate prepares you for a wide range of ministry and opportunities, from being a missionary to a foreign service worker.
  • Meets International Mission Board Requirements: This certificate meets the requirements provided by the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention for the spouse of a career missionary.

Program Overview

  • Why NGU?

    At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

  • Courses

    Core Courses

    • Hermeneutics
    • New Testament Survey
    • Old Testament Survey
    • Christian Theology

    Elective Courses (Choose Three)

    • Introduction to Evangelism
    • Church Planting
    • Introduction to Christian Missions
    • World Religions

Get to Know Our Faculty!
Larry McDonald, PhD
Associate Provost for Graduate Studies
Dallas Vandiver, PhD
Assistant Vice-President, Student Ministries

Have Questions? Contact Us!

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Dallas Vandiver, PhD

Assistant Vice-President, Student Ministries
864.663.0183 dallas.vandiver@ngu.edu

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