HARVEST INTERCONTINENTAL aMERICAN UNIVERSITY
Graduate School Program
Shape Your Future. Lead with Purpose.
Program Overview
Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership
The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership at HIAU is designed to equip professionals with the strategic thinking, ethical grounding, and practical skills necessary to lead effectively in today’s complex global environment. Whether you are called to lead in the marketplace or Christian ministry, our program provides a transformative educational experience.
Our curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring graduates are ready to tackle real-world challenges immediately.
Why Choose HIAU graduate School ?
Christ-centered curriculum integrating faith and learning.
Expert faculty with real-world leadership experience.
Flexible hybrid learning format for working professionals.
Networking opportunities with global leaders.
Focus on practical application and ethical leadership.
Specialized Tracks
Business and Entrepreneurship Track
Designed for aspiring business leaders and innovators who want to drive economic growth and organizational success with ethical principles.
Career Outcomes
- Executive Leadership Roles
- Business Consultancy
- Startup Founder/Entrepreneur
- Non-Profit Management
- Organizational Development Specialist
Christian Leadership Track
Tailored for ministry leaders and administrators seeking to deepen their theological understanding and enhance their ability to lead faith-based organizations.
Career Outcomes
- Church Administration
- Ministry Leadership
- Faith-Based NGO Management
- Pastoral Care Director
- Christian Education Administrator
Program Leadership
Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean of Faculty
Our Vice-President for Graduate Studies, Rev. Dr. Earl Orlando Darlington, born in Boston, MA, holds degrees from Gordon College (BA), UNC Chapel Hill (MA in Linguistics), Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (MATS), and Oral Roberts University (EdD; and has taught at various educational levels and educational ministries at GCTS.
He began his ministry in urban outreach with the Emmanuel Gospel Center in Boston and spent over 40 years as an associate minister at International Family Church. Currently, he serves with his wife Denise at Calvary Christian Church and is Vice President and professor at the Graduate School of Theology, Harvest Intercontinental America University. Passionate about cross-cultural ministry, he has traveled on short-term missions to numerous countries. Dr. Darlington has been married to Denise for over 46 years; they have two daughters and six grandchildren.
Graduate School Coordinator
An academician and leadership developer with over ten years of experience in higher education and missional leadership, he holds an MA in Global Leadership and a Doctor of Missiology/Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. His dissertation, “Developing Missional Leaders Through Spiritual Fathering in Liberia” (2019), was published in ProQuest. He has led the Building Healthy Leaders and the Building Healthy Church courses for LeaderSource SGA across several nations, served as a Leadership Consultant with Mercy Ships on the Liberia Health System Strengthening program, and is currently Assistant Pastor at Monrovia Christian Fellowship. He is married with two sons.
Admission Requirements
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A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
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Completed application form
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Official transcripts from all previous colleges/universities
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Two professional or academic letters of recommendation
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Personal statement outlining leadership goals
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Application fee payment
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Interview with Graduate School faculty
Contact Us
For more information about the graduate program or assistance with your application, please contact the Graduate School office.
Dr. Joshua Nador
- Dean of the Graduate School
- gradschool@hiau.edu.lr
- +231777390040
- +2318868 04925