Master of Intercultural Studies in Mission Studies in Global Cultures
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A Career in Navigating Cultural Difference
Is this Your Mission?
International Missionary, International Church Planter, Cross-cultural Evangelist, Cross-cultural Discipleship Coordinator, Intercultural Leadership Development Specialist, Missionary Trainer, Small Group Evangelist, Mission Mobilizer, Ethnic Church Developer, Church Relations Associate, Global Director, International Project Officer, Faith and Development Manager, Missions Leader, Director of International Non-Profit Organization
Degree Program Highlights
The Master of Intercultural Studies in Migration Studies program is a humanities-based interdisciplinary, degree program.
The program provides students with the tools to study, encounter, and engage with immigrants, internationals, and refugees across the globe.
Transnational migration is becoming a day to day phenomenon across cultures. According to data from the Migration Policy Institute (2016), the net migration to the United States between 2010 and 2015 was about 5 million. Recent events in Western Asia and Europe illustrate the plight of millions of displaced people.
Migration Studies enable students to examine both natural and man-made causes of population migration at various levels. It also examines processes as well as the challenges people face as they try to adjust to the new destinations. Knowledge of the diverse nature of population movements together with intercultural skills in engaging internationals, immigrants, and refugees opens doors for missional and career opportunities.
Optional Specialization Requirements: 12 Credit Hours |
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Students enrolled in the MIS in Mission Studies degree program may select a concentration that will be applied towards the fulfillment of the Mission Studies elective requirements. Concentrations enable students to gain knowledge and competencies in a specific area of study correlated with Mission Studies. The Mission Studies in Global Cultures program requires a specialization in one of 9 sociocultural areas of study. The general Mission Studies program requires one program specific specialization as listed below. | |
In Global Cultures | Program Specific Specializations |
African-American Culture, Society & Religion | Intercultural Communication |
African Culture, Society & Theology | Intercultural Development |
Buddhist Culture, Society & Religion | Diaspora Studies |
Folk Culture, Society & Religion | Missional Theology |
Hindu Culture, Society & Religion | Evangelism Among Religious People Groups |
Islamic Culture, Society & Religion | Scriptwriting & Storytelling |
Jewish Culture, Society & Religion | Contextual Theology |
New Religious Cultural Communities | TESOL Studies |
Postmodern Culture, Society & Spirituality | Extended Internship, Mentorship & Project |
Extended Research & Master’s Thesis | |
Elective Credit |
Diaspora Studies Online Program Format and Information
- Diaspora Studies prepares for Careers in Navigating Cultural Difference
- This program falls under The Missional College
- Download and review the Program Plan Summary Sheets
- MIS-GlobalMigrationStudies
- MIS in Migration Studies in Global Cultures
- Consult an Admissions Counselor for information regarding questions concerning the specializations and experiential learning opportunities.
Sample Faith-based & Non-Profit Employers:
- Bethany Christian Services
- Brazos InterFaith Immigration Network
- Catholic Charities
- Church World Service
- East-West Ministries International
- Exodus World Service
- International Association for Refugees
- Iranian Christians International
- Jewish Family & Children Services
- One America with Justice for All
- Nations Ministry Center
- Pioneers
- Refugees International
- Refugee Services of Texas
- Samaritan's Purse
- Trans World Radio
- Women United Around the Globe
- World Relief
- World Vision
Major Popular US Cities for Immigration Specialists
- Houston, TX
- Irvine, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- New York, NY
- Philadelphia, PA
- Raleigh, NC;
- Saint Louis, MO
- San Jose, CA
- Washington, DC
Major International Cities for Immigration Specialists
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Athens, Greece
- Berlin, Germany
- London, United Kingdom
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Vienna, Austria
Graduate degree program admissions checklist
- Complete the MU online application
- Pay the $25 application fee
- Submit official high school transcripts
- Submit English proficiency test scores if transcripts are from a non-English language institution
- Submit essay
- Submit personal faith statement
- Submit one letter of recommendation
- Have a personalized discussion with an admissions counselor.
Be sure to include your name and date of birth on any item that you submit to admissions@missional.university
Choose a Specialization in Global Cultures
Mission always occurs in a cultural context. The programs "in Global Cultures" are designed to enable the student to reflect on the "where" and the "with whom" related to their academic discipline. Below are nine very specific sociocultural contexts -- all with an overlay of the spiritual dimension. These cultures may found all over the globe but are predominant in specific geographical regions.
The "in Global Culture" specialization allows you to enhance your degree program to be better prepared to serve in the location to which you have been called. Students have the opportunity to include one specialization from the list below. Or, students may choose a program-related specialization (see the Specialization tab above for details).
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African-Amer Culture, Society & Religion
African Culture, Society & Theology
Buddhist Culture, Society & Religion
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Folk Culture, Society & Religion
Hindu Culture, Society & Theology
Islamic Culture, Society & Religion
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Jewish Culture, Society & Religion
New Religious Cultural Communities
Postmodern Culture, Society & Spirituality
Choose Experiential Learning Opportunities
It is one thing to learn information, theories, and methodologies, but it is quite another to synthesize and apply what is learned to specific situations. However, the degree programs at Missional University incorporate specific experiential learning opportunities to bridge this gap. Students are able to customize their master degree programs with practicums, internships, mentorships, research, projects and thesis.
Choose an Experiential Learning Provider
Missional University has a growing list of missional partners who facilitate experiential learning opportunities around the world. In addition, a faculty member of the School of Experiential Learning will work with you in developing the best location and mission entity, nonprofit or NGO, school, church, or church group to further the goals of the student.