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Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and Project ManagementTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Project Management, Planning core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management and Planning at HBI University is a rigorous academic program designed to equip students with the technical proficiencies of project management grounded in a foundation of ethical integrity and servant leadership. By integrating traditional business management methodologies with a commitment to biblical stewardship and community engagement, the program prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of organizational oversight. Students analyze the lifecycle of projects, from initial strategic planning to successful execution, ensuring that operational goals align with values-driven outcomes. The curriculum fosters a holistic approach to professional development, emphasizing the synthesis of practical business acumen and moral decision-making. Through a balanced study of administrative theory and applied practice, graduates are positioned to contribute effectively to the operational success of diverse organizational settings.

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning is designed to integrate foundational general education with a comprehensive study in project management principles, behavioral science, human development, ethics, research methodologies, crisis awareness, referral processes, program development, and community-based support strategies, all within a faith-based context.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Science. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.S. in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Project Management
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze project lifecycles using industry-standard methodologies to ensure efficient resource allocation and goal attainment.
  • Apply ethical reasoning and servant leadership models to navigate organizational decision-making processes.
  • Design comprehensive project plans that integrate budgetary, personnel, and time-management constraints.
  • Evaluate the impact of project management strategies on organizational health and community outcomes.
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills suitable for multi-stakeholder organizational environments.
  • Integrate biblical principles of stewardship into long-term strategic planning and project assessment.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG101
  • Academic Composition I
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS110
  • Principles of Management
  • 4
  • None
  • MAT105
  • Quantitative Reasoning
  • 3
  • None
  • MIN101
  • Foundations of Servant Leadership
  • 4
  • None
  • ENG101 — Academic Composition I: This course focuses on developing foundational research, writing, and analytical skills. Students practice organizing arguments and synthesizing academic resources. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS110 — Principles of Management: An introduction to the functions of management, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Students analyze organizational structure and professional behavior. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MAT105 — Quantitative Reasoning: This course provides essential tools for data analysis and financial literacy. Students apply mathematical concepts to real-world business scenarios. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN101 — Foundations of Servant Leadership: Explores the historical and theological roots of servant leadership in organizational settings. Students reflect on their personal leadership capacity and values. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • ENG102
  • Academic Composition II
  • 3
  • ENG101
  • BUS120
  • Principles of Marketing
  • 3
  • None
  • PSY110
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • 4
  • None
  • HIS150
  • World History and Culture
  • 4
  • None
  • ENG102 — Academic Composition II: This course emphasizes advanced critical thinking, rhetorical analysis, and formal academic research. Students develop professional writing styles suitable for organizational communication. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS120 — Principles of Marketing: Examination of marketing mix, consumer behavior, and organizational outreach strategies. Focus is placed on ethical messaging and effective communication. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PSY110 — Introduction to Psychology: An overview of human behavior, motivation, and personality development. Students gain insights into individual and group dynamics within organizational settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS150 — World History and Culture: A survey of global historical developments and diverse cultural contexts. This study provides a broader perspective for effective community engagement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS210
  • Business Ethics
  • 3
  • BUS110
  • MGT220
  • Project Management Fundamentals
  • 4
  • BUS110
  • COM201
  • Professional Communications
  • 3
  • ENG102
  • SOC210
  • Sociology of Community
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS210 — Business Ethics: Examination of ethical decision-making frameworks in a professional environment. Students apply moral reasoning to corporate and nonprofit dilemmas. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT220 — Project Management Fundamentals: Introduction to the standard tools and phases of the project lifecycle. Topics include initiation, planning, execution, and monitoring. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM201 — Professional Communications: Refining verbal and written communication strategies for organizational settings. Emphasis is on conflict resolution and clear presentation of ideas. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC210 — Sociology of Community: Analysis of community structures and the role of organizations in local development. Students examine demographic trends and social needs. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS240
  • Financial Accounting
  • 4
  • MAT105
  • MGT250
  • Human Resources Management
  • 3
  • BUS110
  • BUS215
  • Principles of Resource Management
  • 3
  • None
  • RES200
  • Introduction to Research Methods
  • 4
  • MAT105
  • BUS240 — Financial Accounting: Basic principles of accounting, including ledger management and financial statement analysis. Emphasis is placed on the importance of transparency and stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT250 — Human Resources Management: Study of staffing, talent development, and workplace culture in modern organizations. Students evaluate legal and ethical aspects of people management. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS215 — Principles of Resource Management: This course examines the strategic allocation and sustainable management of physical, financial, and human capital within professional environments. Students analyze methods for optimizing organizational assets to ensure long-term sustainability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES200 — Introduction to Research Methods: Foundations of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Students learn to interpret data to inform organizational decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT310
  • Advanced Project Planning
  • 4
  • MGT220
  • BUS320
  • Organizational Behavior
  • 3
  • BUS110
  • SOC310
  • Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility
  • 3
  • THE210
  • BUS350
  • Nonprofit Administration
  • 4
  • BUS110
  • MGT310 — Advanced Project Planning: Deep study of project scheduling, resource optimization, and software application in project management. Students utilize scheduling tools to develop comprehensive plans. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS320 — Organizational Behavior: Study of individual and group dynamics within organizational contexts. Students identify strategies to build healthy, productive team environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC310 — Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility: This course explores the intersection of individual professional identity and social duty within the context of global corporate citizenship. Students evaluate the ethical frameworks required to integrate personal values with organizational objectives and professional service. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS350 — Nonprofit Administration: Covers the unique challenges of nonprofit management, including grant writing and donor relations. Focus is on sustainable service models. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT330
  • Risk Management
  • 4
  • MGT220
  • BUS360
  • Budgeting and Resource Development
  • 3
  • BUS240
  • EDU320
  • Program Development and Evaluation
  • 3
  • RES200
  • HIS300
  • History of Social Reform
  • 4
  • None
  • MGT330 — Risk Management: Identification and mitigation of project risks in volatile environments. Students develop contingency strategies for fiscal and operational challenges. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS360 — Budgeting and Resource Development: Advanced financial principles for budget creation and long-term capital sustainability. Students focus on fiscal accountability and stewardship in projects. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • EDU320 — Program Development and Evaluation: Processes for designing programs and assessing their effectiveness against stated missions. Students utilize data to measure success. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS300 — History of Social Reform: An analysis of historical efforts to improve community and societal wellbeing. Students evaluate the lessons learned from previous social initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT410
  • Global Project Management
  • 4
  • MGT310
  • BUS420
  • Strategic Leadership
  • 3
  • BUS110
  • RES400
  • Applied Research Seminar
  • 3
  • RES200
  • MGT450
  • Quality Management Systems
  • 4
  • MGT220
  • MGT410 — Global Project Management: Addressing the challenges of managing projects in diverse, cross-cultural environments. Emphasizes cultural intelligence and remote coordination. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS420 — Strategic Leadership: Advanced theories of leadership and long-term organizational visioning. Students analyze organizational strategy within a broader competitive landscape. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES400 — Applied Research Seminar: Students refine their methodology for project analysis prior to their capstone experience. Focus is on synthesizing academic literature. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT450 — Quality Management Systems: Implementation of quality standards and continuous improvement models in project delivery. Focus is on achieving efficiency through standardizing processes. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • MGT410, RES400
  • BUS480
  • Professional Ethics and Law
  • 3
  • BUS210
  • MGT460
  • Operations Strategy
  • 3
  • MGT250
  • MIN450
  • Community Engagement and Stewardship
  • 4
  • None
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: The final integrative project requiring students to demonstrate mastery in management, ethical decision-making, and professional communication. Students complete a comprehensive project plan addressing a specific organizational challenge. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS480 — Professional Ethics and Law: Examination of legal compliance and professional ethical standards in the workplace. Students review corporate governance and fiduciary responsibilities. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT460 — Operations Strategy: Aligning day-to-day organizational operations with mission-driven objectives. Focus on maximizing effectiveness through strategic resource allocation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN450 — Community Engagement and Stewardship: A seminar focusing on the relationship between organizational health and community well-being. Emphasizes the role of the professional in promoting justice and service. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management and Planning requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must submit official transcripts, a statement of purpose outlining their professional and academic goals, and two letters of recommendation from individuals who can attest to the applicant's character and academic potential. All candidates are evaluated on their capacity for postsecondary study and their alignment with the mission and values of HBI University. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management and Planning. Spanning the final semester, this 4-credit course requires students to design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive management plan for a real-world or simulated organizational challenge. The project necessitates the synthesis of core management competencies—such as risk assessment, scheduling, and stakeholder communication—with an explicit focus on ethical reasoning, servant leadership, and biblical stewardship. Students must produce a final project portfolio, including a detailed strategic plan, a budget analysis, and a reflective analysis on the application of their Christian worldview to the project’s execution. This experience integrates academic rigor with faith-informed character development, requiring students to articulate how their proposed management solutions reflect values of integrity, accountability, and service to their community. By requiring students to defend their methodology and ethical framework, the capstone ensures that graduates can translate theoretical knowledge into responsible, practice-based action.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • To graduate with the Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Project Management and Planning, students must successfully complete the 120-credit curriculum with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Graduation is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all required coursework and the Senior Capstone Project, demonstrating both academic competence and a commitment to professional excellence. Beyond academic metrics, students must fulfill the university's faith-based formation requirements, which include consistent participation in community engagement, service hours, and chapel attendance. These requirements ensure that graduates depart not only with intellectual mastery of their field but also with the spiritual maturity, ethical integrity, and servant-oriented mindset necessary for lifelong contribution to their organizations and the broader public. Graduates must demonstrate a readiness to engage their professional vocations as a calling to serve others with compassion and diligence.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Nonprofit Project Manager
  • Operations Administrator
  • Community Development Coordinator
  • Strategic Planning Consultant
  • Church Administrative Director
  • Program Facilitator
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Faith-Based Project Management, Planning core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG101 | Academic Composition I | 3 | None
  • BUS110 | Principles of Management | 4 | None
  • MAT105 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | None
  • MIN101 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • ENG102 | Academic Composition II | 3 | ENG101
  • BUS120 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | None
  • PSY110 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 | None
  • HIS150 | World History and Culture | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS210 | Business Ethics | 3 | BUS110
  • MGT220 | Project Management Fundamentals | 4 | BUS110
  • COM201 | Professional Communications | 3 | ENG102
  • SOC210 | Sociology of Community | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS240 | Financial Accounting | 4 | MAT105
  • MGT250 | Human Resources Management | 3 | BUS110
  • BUS215 | Principles of Resource Management | 3 | None
  • RES200 | Introduction to Research Methods | 4 | MAT105
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT310 | Advanced Project Planning | 4 | MGT220
  • BUS320 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | BUS110
  • SOC310 | Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility | 3 | THE210
  • BUS350 | Nonprofit Administration | 4 | BUS110
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT330 | Risk Management | 4 | MGT220
  • BUS360 | Budgeting and Resource Development | 3 | BUS240
  • EDU320 | Program Development and Evaluation | 3 | RES200
  • HIS300 | History of Social Reform | 4 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT410 | Global Project Management | 4 | MGT310
  • BUS420 | Strategic Leadership | 3 | BUS110
  • RES400 | Applied Research Seminar | 3 | RES200
  • MGT450 | Quality Management Systems | 4 | MGT220
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | MGT410, RES400
  • BUS480 | Professional Ethics and Law | 3 | BUS210
  • MGT460 | Operations Strategy | 3 | MGT250
  • MIN450 | Community Engagement and Stewardship | 4 | None

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Nonprofit Project Manager
  • Operations Administrator
  • Community Development Coordinator
  • Strategic Planning Consultant
  • Church Administrative Director
  • Program Facilitator
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Project Management, Planning
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years