Why D.Min.?

The Doctor of Ministry program is designed to provide advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry to those actively involved in vocational ministry. The program concentrates on developing expertise in the biblical rationale, sociological strategy, and practical implementation of ministry.

  • Advanced Professional Ministry Degree
  • An Exceptional Faculty
  • Convenient, One- or Two-week Seminars
  • Cost-competitive Program
  • A Flexible Approach

Degree Tracks & Emphases

General Approach

The general program allows students to pursue a flexible, personalized plan of study with the guidance of a faculty adviser. This program empowers students to design and customize their course map around their core ministry needs, goals and interests.

Cohort Approach

The cohort structure is offered for students seeking a specialized plan of study with a small group of ministry colleagues. This group moves through a designated part of the program together, enjoying a community experience with fellow learners and mentor scholars.

Cohort-Based Emphases »
Large Church Pastor's Cohort
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for pastors serving in large churches.
Executive/Associate Pastor's Cohort
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for executive and associate pastors serving in in the local church.
Women in Ministry Cohort
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for women in ministry.
Church Planting & Multiplication
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for church planters.
{NEW}Marriage and Family Ministry Cohort
This emphasis explores biblical and theological foundations, cutting edge programs, and ministry education strategies.

General Tracks »
Christian Education
The D.Min. track in Christian Education is designed to enhance ministry competence for those serving in church and parachurch leadership roles.
Hispanic Leadership
The Hispanic Leadership track is the Seminary's Spanish language D.Min. program for Hispanic leaders in the United States and the Hispanic World.
Ministry Leadership
The Ministry Leadership track is designed to equip students for greater ministry effectiveness in their respective area of leadership.
Certification Opportunities
Certification opportunities are offered in cooperation with selected partnering organizations.

Dallas Seminary offers an innovative series of Doctor of Ministry courses in which students can study in churches pastored by several of the most well-known ministers in the nation:

  • Tony Evans & Martin Hawkins at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, Oak Cliff, TX
  • Gene Getz at Fellowship Bible Church North, Dallas, TX
  • Bruce Ewing at Fellowship Bible Church, Tulsa, OK