CERTIFICATE OF INTERCULTURAL AND
INTERFAITH DIALOGUE (C.IID)
Building Bridges of Understanding Across Cultures and Faiths
Duration 1 Year (2 Semesters)
Total Credits 30 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March & 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Completion of High School Certificate (or equivalent).
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $150
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Certificate of Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogue (C.IID) is a one-year academic program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and biblical understanding necessary for meaningful engagement with people from diverse cultures, religions, and worldviews. This program combines biblical theology, intercultural communication, and practical dialogue strategies to prepare believers for effective ministry, community engagement, peacebuilding, and Christ-centered witness in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Intercultural Communication Skills
Interfaith Dialogue Principles
Cultural Awareness Development
Biblical Worldview Understanding
Peacebuilding Leadership Skills
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Missiological Studies
Faculty
Intercultural and Interfaith Studies
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 30 credit hours
- Active participation in practical ministry / mission fieldwork
- Minimum passing grade as per institutional policy
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
IID 101 |
Foundations of Intercultural Studies |
3 |
|
IID 102 |
World Religions: Beliefs and Practices |
3 |
|
IID 103 |
Principles of Dialogue and Communication |
3 |
|
IID 104 |
Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding |
3 |
|
IID 105 |
Cultural Anthropology and Society |
3 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
IID 106 |
Interfaith Dialogue in Historical and Contemporary Contexts |
3 |
|
IID 107 |
Ethics of Intercultural Engagement |
3 |
|
IID 108 |
Dialogue and Global Issues (Human Rights, Environment, Justice) |
3 |
|
IID 109 |
Practicum: Community Dialogue and Field Engagement |
3 |
|
IID 110 |
Capstone Project / Case Study Presentation |
3 |
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Intercultural Ministry Worker
Community Relations Coordinator
Christian Educator
Mission Outreach Worker
Peacebuilding Facilitator
Cross-Cultural Ministry Leader
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