Certificate Programs
Certificate in Church Administration
Practical training in the operational side of ministry — budgeting, governance, staffing, facilities, records, and compliance — for the people who keep the local church running well.
- Tuition
- $4,500full program
- Credit Hours
- 18
- Duration
- 6–12 mo
- Format
- 100% Online
What You'll Be Able to Do
- Build and manage an annual church operating budget
- Establish governance structures, bylaws, and board procedures
- Implement records management and financial accountability systems
- Supervise staff and volunteers with clear role definition
- Navigate nonprofit compliance and reporting obligations
Core Coursework
- 01Foundations of Church Administration
- 02Church Finance and Stewardship
- 03Nonprofit Governance and Bylaws
- 04Staff and Volunteer Management
- 05Facilities and Risk Management
- 06Ministry Records and Reporting
Course sequence and titles are subject to catalog revision. See the state course catalogs for the governing version.
Who This Program Is For
Church administrators, executive pastors, ministry business managers, and lay leaders carrying operational responsibility.
Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent
What This Credential Does and Doesn't Do
This certificate is ministry training, not a state or professional license. It does not confer licensure in accounting, human resources, or nonprofit law.
FMI holds degree-granting authority in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Georgia, and is not accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA. Read our full accreditation statement.
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Enrollment is open year-round. Application and registration is a one-time $150, and payment plans are available on all tuition.
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