Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

  • Program Overview

Doctor of
Ministry (DMin)

The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) in Vaishnavism at the Institute for Vaishnava Studies (IVS) is a professional doctoral program designed for ministry practitioners, spiritual leaders, and scholars seeking to deepen their engagement with the Vaishnava tradition.

This program integrates theological study, reflective practice, and applied research to support leaders in their service, teaching, and spiritual guidance roles. Participants will engage with the core texts, theology, and lived traditions of Vaishnavism while developing their own research and practice-based contributions to the field.

The program fosters an interdisciplinary learning environment, drawing from theology, philosophy, leadership studies, and spiritual formation within the Vaishnava context.

Duration

Three years (part-time)

Mode

Hybrid (online coursework with in-person residencies)

Eligibility

Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, or a related field, and a minimum of three years of relevant ministry or professional experience

  • Highlights

  • Contextual learning rooted in Vaishnava spiritual traditions

  • Integration of theology, spirituality, and leadership studies

  • Emphasis on reflective practice and spiritual formation

  • Research thesis addressing real-world ministry challenges

  • Mentoring and peer learning within a cohort-based model

  • Components

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Residencies

In-person intensive learning modules held twice a year

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Online Courses

Regular online sessions that facilitate learning and reflection

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Research Thesis

An original research project focused on the participant’s context of ministry within the Vaishnava tradition

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Spiritual Formation

Structured practices for personal and spiritual growth

  • Admission Process