<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Liberty University's Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Leadership program provides a diverse education in the history, philosophy, and techniques in contemporary worship. Coursework also include theology, evangelism, and biblical studies. All courses in this program are presented online. Topics addressed in cognate courses include corporate ministry, leadership planning and organizational processes, interpersonal relationships, and pastoral responsibilities relating to worship leaders. Required courses allow for the study of worship and biblical theologies, Old and New Testament writings, discipleship, and evangelistic methods. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are interested in applying to Liberty University's Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Leadership program, you must have already earned a high school diploma or GED. You should also hold a bachelor's degree, perhaps in religion or theology, and might have ministry experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are helpful. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>Liberty University will require you to complete 45 credits to earn the Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Leadership. You must complete 12 credits in foundational courses, 15 credits in worship studies, 15 credits in the specialization area, and three credits in evangelism. </p> <p><u>Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Leadership Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Biblical and Theological Foundation Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 510</td><td> Biblical Foundations of Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 635</td><td> Building a Theology of Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>THEO 530</td><td> Systematic Theology II</td></tr> <tr><td>Select one of the following:</td><td /></tr> <tr><td>NBST 521</td><td> New Testament Orientation I</td></tr> <tr><td>NBST 525</td><td> New Testament Introduction</td></tr> <tr><td>NBST 652</td><td> Hermeneutics</td></tr> <tr><td>OBST 590</td><td> Old Testament Introduction</td></tr> <tr><td>OBST 592</td><td> Old Testament Orientation II</td></tr> <tr><td>OBST 610</td><td> Psalms</td></tr> <tr><td>OBST 620</td><td> The Poetry of the Old Testament</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Worship Studies</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>CHHI 694</td><td> History of Baptists</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 502</td><td> History and Philosophy of Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 540</td><td> Current Issues in Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 545</td><td> Global Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 610</td><td> Tools and Techniques for the Contemporary Worship Leader</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Leadership Cognate</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 501</td><td> The Dynamics of Corporate Worship</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 520</td><td> The Role of the Worship Leader</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 530</td><td> Principles of Leadership for the Worship Leader</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 551</td><td> Building a Balanced Worship Ministry</td></tr> <tr><td>WRSP 645</td><td> The Role of the Pastor with the Worship Leader</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Practical Theology in Worship</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>EVAN 565</td><td> Contemporary Evangelism</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>As a graduate of the Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Leadership program, you could expand your present role or seek leadership opportunities in either your current or a new church setting. You might work closely with senior and associate pastors in developing worship programs. </p> <p>Positions you might pursue include: </p> <ul><li>Worship Leader </li><li>Worship Director</li></ul>