Cross-Cultural Studies - Simpson University

Cross-Cultural Studies from Simpson University is a Campus Bachelor Cultural Resource Management degree that prepares you for a Science career. Are you challenged and intrigued by the diversity of the human race? Are you interested in cultural differences around the world? Do you long to serve a culturally diverse world? If you answer yes to such questions, you may want to consider the Cross-Cultural Studies major. It is difficult to reach out to people if you cannot understand their ways of life. As a student in the cross-cultural studies program you have opportunity to develop skills in understanding others. You will first develop a broad understanding of cultural anthropology, cross-cultural communication, religions, language acquisition, and theology. Then you will concentrate in one of four areas: Ministry, Business, Transformational Community Development, or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Through the Muslim-studies track you can gain understanding into one of the most challenging blocks of people in the world today. Students also have opportunity to participate in the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities overseas study programs. As a capstone, students are required to successfully complete a cross-cultural internship. The Cross-Cultural Studies major combines marketable skills with empathy for other ways of life. As you leave Simpson you will have begun a lifetime of understanding the many different peoples that God loves so much. Learning Outcomes Knowledge Formulates a biblical and theological basis for intercultural ministry Analyzes and responds biblically to other cultures for the sake of ministry Competently interprets and applies scripture in intercultural settings Articulates an orthodox understanding of theology Skills Evangelizes appropriately with cultural sensitivity Disciples appropriately with cultural sensitivity Develops healthy relationships in ministry settings with respect to family, mission, and national co-workers Speaks competently in public Communicates scriptural truth accurately Formation Demonstrates spiritual growth as evidenced by commitment to God, church, and world View more details on Simpson University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Cultural Resource Management courses.