Master's and Doctorate · United States
Master's and Doctorate in Administration, Strategic Management and Ecclesiastical Institutions
This program combines the science of modern administration and strategic planning with the governance of ecclesiastical and third sector institutions. Focused on governance, legal compliance, financial sustainability, and leadership, it prepares managers to optimize resources and manage high-impact projects. It transitions from a purely devotional vision to a robust technical qualification, responding to global regulatory and operational requirements. It is the ideal academic training for leaders seeking to govern ecclesiastical organizations with transparency, innovation, and managerial excellence.
- Modality
- 100% online
- Workload
- 1,500 hours · 2,500 hours
- Estimated Duration
- 02 to 03 years · 03 to 05 years
- Course Language
- Portuguese / English
Program Overview
This program combines the science of modern administration and strategic planning with the governance of ecclesiastical and third sector institutions. Focused on governance, legal compliance, financial sustainability, and leadership, it prepares managers to optimize resources and manage high-impact projects. It transitions from a purely devotional vision to a robust technical qualification, responding to global regulatory and operational requirements. It is the ideal academic training for leaders seeking to govern ecclesiastical organizations with transparency, innovation, and managerial excellence.
Differences Between Master's and Doctorate
Both programs are conducted in a 100% online modality with high scientific support, adapting perfectly to your academic pace.
Research Lines and Emphases
Program Objectives
General Objective
To empower managers with scientific tools of administration, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making.
Specific Objectives
- To develop competencies in governance, financial transparency, legal compliance, and auditing applied to the third sector.
- To promote institutional sustainability through efficient organizational processes, integrity, and innovation.
- To qualify high-impact leaders prepared to lead confessional institutions with technical and ethical excellence.
Teaching Methodology
Target Audience
Program & Curricular Matrix
1st Semester — Academic Leveling Module
- •Foundations of Administration and Management.
- •Ethics, Religion, and Moral Philosophy.
- •Introduction to Religion and Society.
- •Ethical Leadership and Personal Development.
- •Scientific Research Methodology.
2nd Semester — Foundations and Research Module
- •Management of Religious Organizations.
- •Professional Ethics and Decision Making.
- •Religion, Culture, and Contemporary Society.
- •Strategic Planning and Sustainability.
- •Research Seminar I.
3rd Semester — Advanced Studies Module
- •Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility.
- •Religion and Human Rights.
- •Communication and Conflict Resolution.
- •Project Management in Religious Contexts.
- •Research Seminar II.
4th Semester — Qualification and Thesis Development
- •Public Administration and Religious Ethics.
- •Bioethics, Religion, and Contemporary Issues.
- •Religion and Community Development.
- •Dissertation/Thesis Guidance.
5th and 6th Semesters — Exclusive for Doctoral Candidates (PhD Thesis)
*Please note: This advanced module of experimental research and thesis writing has a flexible average duration of 1 to 2 semesters.*
- •Advanced Topics I.
- •Advanced Topics II.
- •Advanced Topics III.
- •Advanced Topics IV.
- •Thesis Guidance and Development.
Accreditation and Validity
Degrees are awarded internationally by UniChristian in the US. The institution provides academic transcripts and detailed credits for students.
Learn more about validityStart Your Selection and Research Process
To enter the Stricto Sensu Master's and Doctoral programs of UniChristian, you must submit your academic transcript, updated resume, and a preliminary research proposal (pre-project). Our academic committee will provide support for pairing with PhD advisors.