CERTIFICATE OF
PEOPLE GROUPS STUDIES (C.PGS)
Understanding People Groups, Advancing the Great Commission
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 People Groups Studies (C.PGS) is a one-year academic program designed to provide students with a biblical understanding of people groups, cultures, and cross-cultural ministry. This program equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to engage diverse communities, understand cultural differences, and effectively share the Gospel among unreached and multicultural populations around the world.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
People Groups Awareness
Cross-Cultural Understanding
Cultural Research Skills
Mission Strategy Development
Global Ministry Engagement
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Missiological Studies
Faculty
People Groups 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 |
|---|---|---|
|
PGS 101 |
Introduction to People Groups and Ethnolinguistics |
3 |
|
PGS 102 |
The 10/40 Window and Global Mission Trends |
3 |
|
PGS 103 |
Foundations of Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
|
PGS 104 |
Comparative Religions: Beliefs and Practices |
3 |
|
PGS 105 |
Biblical Theology of Nations and Peoples |
3 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
PGS 106 |
Missiological Approaches to People Groups |
3 |
|
PGS 107 |
Contextualization and Cross-Cultural Communication |
3 |
|
PGS 108 |
Church Planting among People Groups |
3 |
|
PGS 109 |
Interfaith and Intercultural Dialogue |
3 |
|
PGS 110 |
Practical Fieldwork / People Group Research Project |
3 |
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Mission Worker
Cross-Cultural Minister
Community Outreach Coordinator
Mission Research Assistant
Church Missions Coordinator
Christian Educator
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