Associates of Bible and Ministry

At Omaha School of Ministry we provide students with an immersive, educational experience that combines robust scholarship and hands-on experience so they can become highly-equipped and broadly informed in Biblical studies, theology, and ministry.

The two year, full-time…

Curriculum

OSM curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the Bible.

Course List

Biblical Studies: 24 credits
BIB-101 How to Read Biblical Narrative 3
BIB-111 Torah 3
BIB-112 Nevi'im (Prophets) 3
BIB-113 Ketuvim (Writings) 3
BIB-102 How to Read Biblical Prose-Discourse 3
BIB-121 Gospels and Acts 3
BIB-122 Epistles and Revelation 3
BIB-290 Text & Canon 3
Theological Studies: 12 credits
THE Denominational Doctrines Elective(s) 3–6
THE-101 Survey of Church History and Historical Theology 4
THE-102 Systematic Theology I 3
THE-103 Systematic Theology II 3
Pastoral Ministry: 18 credits
RES-101–4 Ministry Residency I–IV 4
MIN-101 Introduction to the Spiritual Life 2
MIN-102 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry 2
MIN-210 Ministry Ethics 3
MIN-230 Introduction to Evangelism and Mission 3
MIN-212 Ministry Management & Development 3
MIN-213 Capstone Preaching Seminar 3
General Education: 16 credits
OSM-010 OSM Orientation 1
COM-121 English Composition 3
MTH-110 Business Math and Accounting 3
PHL-101 Introduction to Philosophy 3
COM-131 Composition and Literature 3
HUM-210 World Religions 3

Specialize Your Ministry Studies

Each semester, students may specialize by contributing to local church ministry in a specific track under the mentorship of a local pastor/specialist. Tracks include:

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