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Course Title: Business of the Kingdom/Accounting 101

4th Quarter 2027 (March - May)

Course Code: ACT 101

Credit Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: None

Offered: Spring

Required Materials: N/A

Instructor(s): Elder Melvin Branham

Course Description:

This foundational course introduces students to the essential principles of church administration, financial stewardship, and basic accounting practices within a ministry context. Designed for pastors, church leaders, and ministry administrators, the course emphasizes the importance of integrity, transparency, and biblical stewardship in managing the financial and operational aspects of church life. Students will gain practical knowledge of budgeting, record-keeping, nonprofit compliance, financial reporting, and administrative systems that support effective ministry. The course equips students to manage church resources wisely and legally while keeping ministry vision at the forefront.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the biblical and ethical responsibilities of managing church finances.

2. Learn the fundamentals of nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.

3. Gain practical tools for budgeting, tracking expenses, and maintaining compliance.

4. Develop systems for transparent, efficient church administration that supports ministry goals.