Administration

A ten session correspondence course introducing the fundamental principles and practices of administration. Ideal for church secretaries, administrators and all those in Christian service who wish to be better equipped to keep their personal and professional paperwork under control.

The syllabus includes:

• What is Christian administration?
• The character of an administrator
• Personal organisation
• Preparing purpose and vision statements
• Identifying priorities
• Building a group into a team
• Communication skills
• Handling responsibility for the welfare of others
• Arranging meetings
• Keeping records
• Handling finance
• Organising events

The course contains optional assessments - an essay and case study. Those students who successfully complete these assignments will receive an Open Bible Institute Certificate in Administration.

Fees: this course costs just £30

Any students wishing to take the administration module in the Cert HE in Biblical Studies and Ministry course are advised to contact the office for a discussion prior to enrolling on any short course.