Doctor of Theology (SQ)
January 22, 2026 2026-01-22 17:59Doctor of Theology (SQ)
Program Description
The Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) concentration provides an academically grounded and interdisciplinary
focus on spiritual formation, theological reflection, leadership theory, and applied ministry praxis within
the Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) program. The concentration consists of 18 doctoral-level credit hours,
embedded within the total 54-credit Th.D. program. Dissertation research credits may be thematically
aligned with the SQ concentration, subject to approval by the faculty advisor and academic committee.
The program is offered in a flexible online and hybrid format, enabling students to remain actively engaged in ministry while pursuing advanced theological study. Core courses are delivered fully online through 8-week modular formats, while selected practicum courses and dissertation seminars may include optional hybrid or synchronous components, such as on-site intensives or live Zoom seminars. This structure supports global and bi-vocational learners while maintaining academic rigor and fostering spiritual and professional development.
The program is offered in a flexible online and hybrid format, enabling students to remain actively engaged in ministry while pursuing advanced theological study. Core courses are delivered fully online through 8-week modular formats, while selected practicum courses and dissertation seminars may include optional hybrid or synchronous components, such as on-site intensives or live Zoom seminars. This structure supports global and bi-vocational learners while maintaining academic rigor and fostering spiritual and professional development.
Curriculum
CATEOGRY A: Core Theological and Theoretical Foundations 12 credits
These courses provide a foundation in advanced theological reflection, essential for all concentrations.
*Required for all Th.D. students regardless of concentration (or other categories).
- THD 801 Advanced Systematic Theology
- THD 802 Spiritual Formation and Discipleship in a Global Context
- THD 803 Hermeneutics and Theological Integration
- THD 804 Theology in Context: Culture, Power, and Mission
CATEGORY B: Advanced Specializations 18 credits
B1. Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) and Leadership
- THD 812 SQ in Organizational Culture and Systems
- THD 813 AI-Based SQ Analysis and Predictive Modeling
- THD 814 SQ and Technological Ethics in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
- THD 815 Global SQ Leadership: Theory and Practice
- THD 816 SQ-Based Career Counseling and Coaching
- THD 817 SQ Leadership in Interdisciplinary Contexts
B2. Counseling and Mind Care
- THD 821 Development of SQ Counseling Programs
- THD 822 Design and Implementation of SQ-Based Mind Care Programs
B3. Theology, Bible, and Cultural Integration
- THD 837 Integrated Understanding of SQ and Spiritual Theology
B4. Social Innovation and Public Theology
- THD 841 SQ Social Impact and Innovation Strategies
- THD 843 SQ-Based Medical Program Design
CATEGORY C: Ministry Practicum and Applied 24 credits
- THD 851 Advanced Ministry Practicum I (Local/Church)
- THD 852 Advanced Ministry Practicum II (Clinical/Community)
- THD 861 Applied Research Seminar I: Research Design
- THD 862 Applied Research Seminar II: Academic Writing and Ethics
- THD 863 Applied Research Seminar III: Dissertation Colloquium and Final ntegration
- THD 901 Dissertation Writing I (Proposal and Literature Review)
- THD 902 Dissertation Writing II (Data, Analysis and Defense) (6 credits)
Total 54 credits
