The Intercultural Studies Certificate is designed for people who are serving on missions committees, working as tentmakers or functioning cross-culturally in a volunteer capacity. It is suited for those persons who already have a college degree but desire formal training in Intercultural Studies.
WJU Intercultural Studies certificate recipients will demonstrate:
| 1. | A clear understanding of the biblical and theological bases for missions. |
| 2. | A vision and burden for God’s work in today’s world. |
| 3. | An understanding of cross-cultural ministry theory and methodology. |
| 4. | Development of cross-cultural ministry skills, especially the ability to make the gospel and one’s ministry relevant to local contexts. |
| 5. | An appreciation for diverse cultures and the sensitive issues involved in cross-cultural communication. |
| 6. | Self-awareness concerning one’s adjustment to diverse cultures. |
| Contemporary Discipleship (LDRS152 a,b) | 5 |
| Perspectives on the World Christian Movement (ICS103) | 3 |
| Cultural Anthropology (ICS202) | 3 |
| Sociology (SOC201) | 3 |
| World Religions (ICS320) | 3 |
| Urban Ministry (ICS341) | 3 |
| Introduction to Church Planting (ICS401) | 3 |
| Missiology(ICS403) | 3 |
| Acts (NT210) | 3 |
| Biblical Interpretation (BIBL249) | 3 |
| Total Units for Certificate | 32 |
