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Master of Arts in Faith-Based International Business, Specialization in Management

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits60Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based International Business

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced business and management core

27 credit hours

Research, assessment, and program evaluation

12 credit hours

Professional application and field experience

12 credit hours

Graduate capstone requirement

9 credit hours

The Master of Arts in Faith-Based International Business, Specialization in Management, provides an advanced academic framework for leaders operating within the global marketplace. The curriculum emphasizes the intersection of rigorous business strategy, international economic principles, and the ethical stewardship required for organizational leadership in diverse cultural contexts. Students explore complex management theories through a lens of servant leadership and social responsibility, preparing them to address organizational challenges with integrity and foresight.

Beyond technical proficiency, this program fosters the development of a coherent worldview that integrates professional excellence with moral discernment. By examining global trade, cross-cultural communication, and operational management, learners gain the tools necessary to lead organizations that prioritize sustainable impact. The program emphasizes professional development and academic inquiry to ensure graduates are equipped to serve in roles that require both strategic acumen and a commitment to virtuous practice.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in Faith-Based International Business theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based international business-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based international business-support program; A professional training manual; A program-development and evaluation project; Another faculty-approved scholarly project.

The program is designed for completion within two academic years by students maintaining the University's prescribed full-time course load. Part-time students may require additional time.

Florida establishes a minimum of 24 semester credits beyond the bachelor's degree for a master's program. The University's 60-credit requirement is an institutional academic standard that exceeds that minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
M.A. in Faith-Based International Business
Total program length
60 graduate semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Two academic years of full-time study
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
60
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex international business environments using multidimensional strategic management frameworks.
  • Evaluate the impact of global supply chains and economic policies through the lens of ethical stewardship.
  • Design comprehensive organizational management strategies that integrate servant leadership principles.
  • Demonstrate cross-cultural communication competence in diverse international business negotiations.
  • Apply rigorous quantitative and qualitative methods to solve organizational management challenges.
  • Integrate ethical reasoning and moral discernment into corporate decision-making processes.
  • Communicate professional research findings regarding global economic trends to diverse stakeholders.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS501
  • Global Strategic Management
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS505
  • Ethical Frameworks in Business
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT510
  • Leadership and Organizational Behavior
  • 4
  • None
  • RES500
  • Research Methods for Business
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS501 — Global Strategic Management: This course analyzes strategic decision-making in multinational corporations and the role of leadership in global markets. It emphasizes the alignment of organizational goals with sustainable, long-term impact. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS505 — Ethical Frameworks in Business: Students examine the intersection of economic theory and moral philosophy within a global context. The course highlights the importance of integrity and stewardship in professional decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT510 — Leadership and Organizational Behavior: This course covers behavioral theory as applied to managing diverse teams in international settings. It focuses on developing servant leadership traits and fostering organizational culture. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES500 — Research Methods for Business: This course introduces quantitative and qualitative research designs relevant to business and economics. Students learn to interpret data to inform strategic decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS520
  • International Economics and Policy
  • 4
  • BUS501
  • MGT525
  • Cross-Cultural Management
  • 3
  • MGT510
  • BUS530
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • 4
  • BUS501
  • MGT535
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • 3
  • MGT510
  • BUS520 — International Economics and Policy: This course explores the dynamics of global trade, currency fluctuations, and international economic policies. It addresses how global events impact local economies and community health. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT525 — Cross-Cultural Management: Students develop the skills necessary to lead effectively across diverse cultural and national boundaries. The focus includes conflict resolution, negotiation, and cross-cultural humility. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS530 — Global Supply Chain Management: This course examines the logistics and ethical considerations of global supply chains. It evaluates sustainability and human rights issues in procurement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT535 — Strategic Human Resource Management: Students analyze human capital management strategies that support organizational development and employee well-being. It emphasizes fair labor practices and personal mentorship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS601
  • Financial Stewardship and Accounting
  • 4
  • BUS501
  • MGT610
  • Marketing for Global Impact
  • 3
  • BUS501
  • BUS620
  • Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation
  • 4
  • BUS501
  • MGT630
  • Legal and Regulatory Environments
  • 3
  • BUS501
  • BUS601 — Financial Stewardship and Accounting: This course addresses the management of financial resources with a focus on fiscal accountability and institutional longevity. It explores reporting standards and ethical financial management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT610 — Marketing for Global Impact: This course evaluates marketing techniques used to promote mission-driven initiatives in a global market. It emphasizes ethical communication and audience engagement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS620 — Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation: Students explore the development of social enterprises aimed at addressing global community needs. The curriculum focuses on business modeling that balances profit with social benefit. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT630 — Legal and Regulatory Environments: This course provides an overview of the legal landscapes governing international business and nonprofit activities. It highlights compliance, governance, and institutional protection. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP690
  • Applied Management Thesis
  • 6
  • RES500, Completion of all core courses
  • MGT650
  • Advanced Leadership Seminar
  • 3
  • MGT510
  • BUS660
  • Global Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • 4
  • BUS520
  • MGT670
  • Crisis Management and Organizational Resilience
  • 3
  • MGT510
  • CAP690 — Applied Management Thesis: The capstone project serves as the culmination of the program, requiring students to synthesize theory, practice, and ethics in a scholarly research project. Students defend their findings before faculty and peers. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT650 — Advanced Leadership Seminar: This seminar facilitates deep reflection on the nature of leadership, calling, and long-term professional development. Participants discuss the integration of spiritual formation with career goals. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS660 — Global Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Students learn to identify and address geopolitical, economic, and institutional risks in global business operations. The course focuses on proactive planning and resilient management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT670 — Crisis Management and Organizational Resilience: This course covers strategic communication and operational responses to unforeseen organizational crises. It emphasizes maintaining ethical integrity during times of high pressure. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Applicants are required to submit official transcripts, a statement of purpose outlining their professional goals and commitment to ethical leadership, and two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references. International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency as determined by institutional testing standards. Thesis or Capstone Project The Master of Arts in Faith-Based International Business culminates in a six-credit Applied Management Thesis, a scholarly project that serves as the final integration of the student's academic and professional learning. Students are tasked with identifying a substantive operational challenge within a global business context and proposing a research-backed solution that reflects servant leadership, biblical stewardship, and rigorous ethical reasoning. This project requires students to synthesize theories of international strategy with their own evolving commitment to character-informed practice. Throughout the thesis process, students engage in iterative consultation with faculty, focusing on the intersection of business efficacy and faith-based institutional integrity. Deliverables include a formal written thesis, a defended executive presentation, and a reflection paper detailing how the student’s spiritual formation informed their approach to the specific management problem. The capstone demonstrates the candidate’s readiness to lead with both academic excellence and professional virtue.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate, students must complete the 60-credit hour program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, ensuring that all core and elective coursework is successfully fulfilled. The program requires the completion of the Capstone Thesis, which serves as a testament to the candidate's mastery of the discipline and their ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical, ethical application. Candidates must exhibit growth in professional character, reflecting the institution's commitment to forming leaders who are grounded in integrity and prepared for faithful, high-impact service.
  • Beyond academic attainment, students must participate in required spiritual formation activities, including regular community engagement and reflection workshops. Graduation serves as the culmination of both academic rigor and intentional character development, signaling the student’s readiness to serve in global professional arenas with humility, wisdom, and a spirit of stewardship.
  • Career Opportunities
  • International Operations Manager
  • Nonprofit Development Director
  • Global Strategy Consultant
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer
  • International Business Development Manager
  • Community Impact Coordinator
  • Organizational Ethics Specialist
  • Human Resources Director for Global Organizations
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.A. in Faith-Based International Business
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced business and management core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS501 | Global Strategic Management | 4 | None
  • BUS505 | Ethical Frameworks in Business | 3 | None
  • MGT510 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 4 | None
  • RES500 | Research Methods for Business | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS520 | International Economics and Policy | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT525 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3 | MGT510
  • BUS530 | Global Supply Chain Management | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT535 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 3 | MGT510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS601 | Financial Stewardship and Accounting | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT610 | Marketing for Global Impact | 3 | BUS501
  • BUS620 | Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT630 | Legal and Regulatory Environments | 3 | BUS501
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP690 | Applied Management Thesis | 6 | RES500, Completion of all core courses
  • MGT650 | Advanced Leadership Seminar | 3 | MGT510
  • BUS660 | Global Risk Assessment and Mitigation | 4 | BUS520
  • MGT670 | Crisis Management and Organizational Resilience | 3 | MGT510

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • International Operations Manager
  • Nonprofit Development Director
  • Global Strategy Consultant
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer
  • International Business Development Manager
  • Community Impact Coordinator
  • Organizational Ethics Specialist
  • Human Resources Director for Global Organizations

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | M.A. in Faith-Based International Business
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced business and management core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS501 | Global Strategic Management | 4 | None
  • BUS505 | Ethical Frameworks in Business | 3 | None
  • MGT510 | Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 4 | None
  • RES500 | Research Methods for Business | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS520 | International Economics and Policy | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT525 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3 | MGT510
  • BUS530 | Global Supply Chain Management | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT535 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 3 | MGT510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS601 | Financial Stewardship and Accounting | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT610 | Marketing for Global Impact | 3 | BUS501
  • BUS620 | Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation | 4 | BUS501
  • MGT630 | Legal and Regulatory Environments | 3 | BUS501
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP690 | Applied Management Thesis | 6 | RES500, Completion of all core courses
  • MGT650 | Advanced Leadership Seminar | 3 | MGT510
  • BUS660 | Global Risk Assessment and Mitigation | 4 | BUS520
  • MGT670 | Crisis Management and Organizational Resilience | 3 | MGT510