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Content is tailored to the unique management context of Churches, Mission organisations, and Non-Profits.

Fundamentals of Management & Leadership

Mr Julius Sathiaseelan, Mr J S Anbu

Strategic Management

Mr Wilfred Davidar

Financial Management

CA Abraham Zachariah

Human Resource Management

Mr Joy Christian

Project Management

Mr Lawrence Mangalrajan

Communications

Mr Shekhar Shukla

Resource Mobilisation

Mr PKD Lee

Organisation Behaviour & Development

Mr Jaywant Michael

Governance

Dr (CA) Sanjay Patra

Biblical Understanding of Management

Dr Gary Hoag

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Faculty

Mr Julius Sathiaseelan
Mr J S Anbu

Course Objectives

To impart a Biblical Perspective of Management
To analyse the role, purpose and importance of the Christian organisation in the Kingdom of God
To enhance leadership skills for effective management

Course Units

Unit 1 – Introduction to Organisational Management

Christian Organization and the Kingdom of God
Purpose and Importance of Christian Organizations
Vision, Mission and Core Values

Unit 2 – Managing Organisations Effectively

The Christian Perspective
Concept of Management
Management Thinkers and Biblical Principles
Managerial Skills
Principles of Christian Management
Fayol's Principles of Management

Unit 3 – Functions of Management

Planning
Decision Making & Discernment
Organizing
Staffing
Coordination & Control

Unit 4 – Biblical Leadership

Biblical Images of Leadership
Team Leadership
Attitude
Submission to Authority

Faculty

Mr Wilfred Davidar

Course Objectives

To elucidate the different aspects of Strategic Management
To develop capabilities to analyse changing situations and develop solutions
To learn effective execution of strategies

Course Units

Unit 1 – Environment Scanning

Introduction to Strategic Management
Meaning of Environment Scanning
SWOT Analysis
Emerging Ministry Context

Unit 2 – Developing Strategies

Meaning of Strategy
Types of Strategies
Strategy Formulation

Unit 3 – Managing Execution

Strategy Execution
Challenges in Execution
Developing Execution for Results
Building Blocks of Execution
Core Processes of Execution
Lemon Leadership for Effective Execution

Unit 4 – Managing Change

Introduction
Managing Resistance to Change
Leading Major Change
Creativity & Innovation

Faculty

CA Abraham Zachariah

Course Objectives

To develop a Biblical understanding relating to management of financial resources
To equip participants to handle financial resources effectively
To enable development of right financial systems for ministries

Course Units

Unit 1 – Introduction to Financial Management

Stewardship & Accountability
Financial Management
Cash Management
Banking Operations

Unit 2 – Budgetary Control

What is a Budget
Budgetary Control
Types of Budget
Performance Budgeting in Non-Profit Organisations

Unit 3 – Internal Checks, Control & Auditing

Internal Control & Procedures
Areas of Internal Control
Meaning of Audit
Types of Auditing
Preparation for the Audit
Audit Report & Follow up
Non-Financial Audit – Impact Assessment

Unit 4 – Financial MIS & Organisational Performance Analysis

Financial Information System
Analysis of Organisational Performances based on Financial Information
Ratio Analysis
Reporting

Faculty

Mr Joy Christian

Course Objectives

To understand the concepts of Human Resource Management
To make use of the potential of Human Resources more effectively
To ensure the balanced use of Human Resources to fulfil individual, organisational and societal objectives

Course Units

Unit 1 – Introduction to HRM

Biblical Perspective of HRM
Evolution of HR
Unique Values of HR
What is HRM?
Managerial and Operative Functions of HRM
Digitalized HR

Unit 2 – HRM Process

Human Resource Planning
Job Description and Specification
Recruitment and Selection
Orientation and Induction
Transfer, Job Enrichment, Job Rotation, Promotion

Unit 3 – Training & Development

Biblical Perspective of Training
Exploring the Training Needs
Various Training and Development Interventions
Training the Trainers
Evaluation Mechanism

Unit 4 – Compensation and Performance Evaluation

Biblical Perspective of Compensation and Performance Evaluation
Job Evaluation Methods
Performance Appraisal Methods
360 Degree Method
Evaluation Mechanism for Missionary Workers
Salary – Meaning, Types and Basis

Faculty

Mr Lawrence Mangalrajan

Course Objectives

To understand the basic concepts of Project Management
To gain working knowledge and application of various tools used in Project Management
To be able to develop a project plan, execute it, and evaluate it

Course Units

Unit 1 – Introduction to Project Management

What is a Project?
Characteristics of a Project
What is Project Management?
Approaches to Project Management
Project Life Cycle
Biblical Perspective of Project Management

Unit 2 – Project Assessment & Design

Identifying Opportunities and Need
Assessment & Defining the Scope
Metrics – Indicators and Standards
Resource Planning
Risks & Assumptions
Log Frame
Project Proposal

Unit 3 – Implementation & Monitoring

Implementation
Monitoring

Unit 4 – Evaluation, Reflection & Transition

Introduction to Evaluation
Different Methods of Evaluation
What Makes a Good Evaluation
Approaches to Evaluation
Project Review
Reflection & Transition
Creating a Culture of Learning

Faculty

Mr Shekhar Shukla

Course Objectives

To understand the complexity of communication
To know the foundational importance of character
To enhance the ability to make effective presentations
To harness media in communication for global impact

Course Units

Unit 1 – Complexity of Communication

Introduction
Verbal & Non-verbal
Written
Listening Skills
Obstacles

Unit 2 – Foundational Importance of Character

Foundational Habits of Effective Communicators
Body Language
Walk the Talk
Preparation & Practice
KISS Principle
Tone

Unit 3 – Effective Presentation Skills

Purpose Centric
First Impression
Story Telling
Sense of Humour
Communicating for Impact
Holding the Attention of the Audience
Flexibility
Concluding Effectively

Unit 4 – Harnessing Media for Communication

Enormity of Media for Impact
Visuals
Language of the Millennials
Speed of Change

Faculty

Mr PKD Lee

Course Objectives

To develop skills in different aspects of fund raising
To be able to design a fund raising strategy for an organisation
To build a strong Biblical basis in fund raising and accountability

Course Units

Unit 1 – Biblical Foundations for Fund Raising

Is Fund Raising Biblical?
Why Should We Raise Funds in India
Understanding Biblical Stewardship

Unit 2 – Strategies in Fund Raising

Fund Raising as Confidence Building
Three-Fold Approach to Fund Raising
The Emotive (Heart-Centred) Approach
The Head-Centred Approach
The Charismatic Approach

Unit 3 – Communicating with the Donor

Levels of Communication
Sharing the Vision Effectively
Developing Charisma through Communication
Sharing to the Heart
Designing the Mailings
Making the Pitch

Unit 4 – Ethics and Accountability

Ethics in Fund Raising
Ethical Communication
Accountability Systems
Designing Boards

Faculty

Mr Jaywant Michael

Course Objectives

To study the behaviours of individuals and groups working in organisations
To apply the learning to improve an organisation's effectiveness

Course Units

Unit 1 – OB & The Individual

Organizational Behavior Overview and Biblical Perspectives
Organizational Structure and OB Models
The Individual and Organizational Behavior
Personality
Self Concept
Perception

Unit 2 – Leading & Group Behaviour

Leadership Models
Motivation
Leadership Competencies for Organizational Effectiveness
Group Dynamics
Decision Making

Unit 3 – Organizational Culture and Conflict Management

Organizational Culture
Conflict Management

Unit 4 – Organisation Development (OD)

Stimulating Innovation and Change
Organizational Development
OD Interventions
Stress Management

Faculty

Dr (CA) Sanjay Patra

Course Objectives

To develop an understanding of the concept of Governance with special reference to NPOs
To discuss the various roles and functions of Governance
To facilitate an improvement process for Governance in NPOs

Course Units

Unit 1 – An Introduction to Governance

Meaning of Governance
Definitions
Corporate Governance
Non-Profit Governance
Biblical Perspective on Governance

Unit 2 – Roles & Functions of Governance

Vision Development and Strategic Planning
Accompaniment to the Management
Policy Making and Monitoring
Responding to Accountability Dimensions
Best Practices

Unit 3 – Financial Governance for NPOs

Importance of Financial Management for Governance
Components of Financial Management System
Setting Up a High Quality Financial Management System
Governance Structures for Good Financial Management
Ensuring Proper Legal Compliance

Unit 4 – An Improvement Process for Governance

Studying the Status of Governance
Self Appraisal of Governance Performance
Board Orientation and Board Retreats
Identifying Areas for Enhancing Effectiveness
A Governance Improvement Plan and Follow up

This course does not include MCQs or assignments.

Faculty

Dr Gary Hoag

Course Objectives

Suggest practical ways to help those you serve become good and faithful managers for God
Explain four Biblically-informed contrasting principles linked to resource management, teamwork, governance, accountability, and legal compliance
Summarise the kingdom path in contrast to the common path as God's design for management

Course Units

Unit 1 – Theological Reflections: Four Models

God's Design in Genesis – Stewards of God
God's People in the Old Testament – People of God
God's Son in the Gospels – Son of God
God's Church in the New Testament – Church of God

Unit 2 – Biblical Examples: Four Aspects

Resource Mobilization – Moses, David, James, and Paul
Teamwork and Succession – Moses & Joshua, Elijah & Elisha, Jesus & Disciples, Paul & Timothy
Governance and Accountability – Council of Moses, Jewish Council, Council of Ephesus, Council of Jerusalem
Structures and Systems for Scaling – Levites & Priests, Apostles & Prophets, Elders & Deacons, Pastors & Teachers

Unit 3 – Practical Principles: 16 Principles

Resource Management – Accounting, Allocation, Generosity, Service
Teamwork and Succession – Delegation, Empowerment, Relationships, Honor
Governance and Accountability – Character, Standing, Faithfulness, Peers
Legal Compliance – Submission, Respect, Humility, Policy

Unit 4 – Personal Applications: 16 Characteristics

Relationship to God – Steward, Prayer, Vision, Faith
Relationship to Ourselves – Self-controlled, Honest, Humble, Teachable
Relationship to Others – Serve, Listen, Delegate, Report
Relationship to Creation – Work, Common Good, Sustainability, Legacy

Anytime 1-Month Courses
in Church & NPO Management

Built for Ministry & Mission Leaders

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Anytime 1-Month Coursesin Church & NPO Management

Built for Ministry & Mission Leaders

Fully Online

Expert Faculty

Affordable Fee

NPO-Centric

Available Courses

How It Works

What's Included in Each Course

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Have Questions? We're Here to Help.

Register & Pay

Anytime 1-Month Courses
in Church & NPO Management