Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Humanitarianism Conflict Response

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Humanitarianism Conflict Response

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

Academic unit

HBIU College of Social Science and Humanitarianism

Total credits

60

Duration

2 years

• Analyze the structural and sociological factors contributing to social conflict and humanitarian crises.
• Evaluate the role of ethical leadership and stewardship in the management of community-based organizations.
• Apply conflict mediation theories to facilitate dialogue and reconciliation within diverse populations.
• Design communication strategies that promote transparency and foster collaborative community engagement.
• Integrate a Christian worldview into decision-making processes for humanitarian project planning.
• Demonstrate proficiency in identifying the logistical challenges inherent in nonprofit resource deployment.
• Course Outline
• Semester 1 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• ENG101
• College Composition
• 4
• None
• SOC101
• Introduction to Sociology
• 4
• None
• CHR105
• Foundations of Spiritual Formation
• 3
• None
• MAT110
• Quantitative Reasoning
• 3
• None
• ENG101 — College Composition: This course focuses on developing academic writing skills, including rhetorical analysis and evidence-based argumentation. It emphasizes clear communication for diverse audiences. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC101 — Introduction to Sociology: An introduction to the sociological perspective, examining social structures, institutions, and the impact of culture on human behavior. Students will explore patterns of social interaction within communities. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• CHR105 — Foundations of Spiritual Formation: This course explores the discipline of personal spiritual development and the integration of faith into daily life and work. It highlights the importance of reflection and intentional ethical living. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MAT110 — Quantitative Reasoning: An introduction to quantitative literacy, focusing on data interpretation and mathematical applications for social research. Students gain skills for organizational decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 2 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• COM201
• Interpersonal Communication
• 4
• ENG101
• MGT210
• Principles of Management
• 4
• None
• HIS220
• History of Humanitarian Aid
• 3
• None
• PSY205
• Social Psychology
• 3
• SOC101
• COM201 — Interpersonal Communication: Students examine the dynamics of verbal and non-verbal communication in personal and professional contexts. Emphasis is placed on active listening and conflict resolution techniques. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT210 — Principles of Management: This course introduces foundational management concepts, including organizational structure, human resource stewardship, and strategic planning. It emphasizes servant leadership in professional environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• HIS220 — History of Humanitarian Aid: An examination of the development of global humanitarian assistance and the evolution of nonprofit organizations throughout history. It assesses past successes and challenges in global outreach. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY205 — Social Psychology: An overview of how individuals are influenced by social environments, group dynamics, and societal norms. It explores practical applications for fostering social cohesion. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 3 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• COU301
• Conflict Mediation Strategies
• 4
• COM201
• BUS315
• Nonprofit Financial Stewardship
• 4
• MGT210
• THE305
• Ethics and Public Service
• 3
• CHR105
• RES301
• Research Methods for Social Change
• 3
• MAT110
• COU301 — Conflict Mediation Strategies: This course provides techniques for identifying, de-escalating, and resolving conflict in community settings. It focuses on peaceful dialogue and negotiation tactics. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS315 — Nonprofit Financial Stewardship: An examination of the financial realities of running an organization, focusing on resource management, transparency, and ethical budgeting. It encourages the responsible use of assets for mission-driven goals. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• THE305 — Ethics and Public Service: This course evaluates ethical frameworks and their application to public service and social responsibility. Students engage in discourse on justice and human dignity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES301 — Research Methods for Social Change: An introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods used in the social sciences. It equips students to evaluate community needs and organizational performance. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 4 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• CAP400
• Capstone: Humanitarian Response Project
• 4
• RES301
• MGT405
• Organizational Leadership
• 4
• MGT210
• SOC410
• Global Social Issues
• 3
• SOC101
• MIN420
• Community Outreach and Engagement
• 3
• COM201
• CAP400 — Capstone: Humanitarian Response Project: The capstone project requires the synthesis of all program learning into a final proposal for an intervention in a social or humanitarian context. This project demonstrates professional readiness and faith-informed ethical decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT405 — Organizational Leadership: A study of leadership styles and the cultivation of servant-led environments within the nonprofit sector. It focuses on team building and strategic organizational influence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC410 — Global Social Issues: An analysis of contemporary global challenges, including poverty, inequality, and human rights, through a lens of service. It highlights the role of the nonprofit sector in local and global contexts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MIN420 — Community Outreach and Engagement: This course covers the methodology of building sustainable partnerships within local communities to address social needs. It emphasizes inclusivity and collaborative action. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or state-recognized equivalent (such as a GED) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Prospective students are required to submit an official transcript, a personal statement detailing their motivation for pursuing studies in humanitarianism, and two letters of recommendation from individuals who can attest to the applicant's character and academic potential. Culminating Project The Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the Associate of Arts program, requiring students to synthesize their learning by developing a comprehensive humanitarian response strategy. Students will identify a specific social challenge, conduct rigorous research, and propose a viable, ethically-informed solution that reflects the values of servant leadership and stewardship. This project demonstrates the student's ability to integrate their interdisciplinary coursework into a cohesive, professional proposal that addresses the complexities of modern community service and nonprofit governance. Beyond academic competence, the capstone provides a vehicle for spiritual formation and character assessment. Students must articulate how their work aligns with a biblically-informed ethical framework, demonstrating how they will utilize their skills to address human need with humility and integrity. The final submission includes a project report and an oral defense before faculty, ensuring that students have achieved both the professional standards of the discipline and the personal maturity required for faith-informed service in their future careers.

• To qualify for graduation, students must complete 60 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. All core requirements, including the successful completion of the Capstone Project, must be fulfilled to demonstrate professional proficiency and the attainment of expected learning outcomes. Graduation from this program signifies not only academic success but also a commitment to lifelong stewardship and the ethical pursuit of justice in society.
• In addition to academic benchmarks, students are expected to participate in community-engaged learning and scheduled spiritual formation activities throughout their tenure. These requirements are designed to ensure that graduates are equipped with both the cognitive tools for effective nonprofit service and the character integrity to lead with grace and compassion. The integration of academic achievement with spiritual maturity prepares graduates to be reliable, faith-informed contributors in any humanitarian or organizational setting.
• Career Opportunities
• Nonprofit Program Coordinator
• Community Outreach Specialist
• Assistant Case Manager
• Humanitarian Relief Aide
• Volunteer Services Coordinator
• Public Relations Assistant for Social Services
• Conflict Mediation Consultant
• Important Notices
• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Humanitarianism Conflict Response
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years
• General education | 18 credit hours
• Faith-Based Humanitarianism Conflict Response core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours
• Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | College Composition | 4 | None
• SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 4 | None
• CHR105 | Foundations of Spiritual Formation | 3 | None
• MAT110 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COM201 | Interpersonal Communication | 4 | ENG101
• MGT210 | Principles of Management | 4 | None
• HIS220 | History of Humanitarian Aid | 3 | None
• PSY205 | Social Psychology | 3 | SOC101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COU301 | Conflict Mediation Strategies | 4 | COM201
• BUS315 | Nonprofit Financial Stewardship | 4 | MGT210
• THE305 | Ethics and Public Service | 3 | CHR105
• RES301 | Research Methods for Social Change | 3 | MAT110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP400 | Capstone: Humanitarian Response Project | 4 | RES301
• MGT405 | Organizational Leadership | 4 | MGT210
• SOC410 | Global Social Issues | 3 | SOC101
• MIN420 | Community Outreach and Engagement | 3 | COM201