Outcomes
Alumni Testimonials
Business Specialization
“I've gained the confidence to tackle large projects and manage crises in a way that produces good results for my company and earns me the trust of my colleagues. Incredibly, since the start of the program I've been honoured to receive two promotions and three salary increases.”
-Kyle Barker, Business Specialization, 2008
“This program changed my life! It changed my way of thinking. It challenged and stretched me. The instructors were amazing examples of Christian servant leadership. I would recommend the program to anyone who is looking for a means to grow professionally and personally.”
-Candy O’Connor, Business Stream, 2005
“The MA Leadership program challenged me to become a servant leader who seeks to serve. Financially, I have received a 15% pay increase because of the program. Professionally, I've been able to chart a road map for my future.”
-Earoel Kennedy, Business Specialization, 2008
“Once in the MA Leadership program, I discovered that it is outstanding for several reasons. The professor-student relationships were wonderful. We not only learned from the expertise of our professors, but also from the expertise of our peer group.”
-Ryan Walter, Business Stream, 2005
Christian Ministry Specialization
“The MA in Leadership experience has added so much to my personal, professional, and spiritual development that it is hard to articulate just how life-changing it has been. I expect I will be continuing to consolidate the learning from this program for the rest of my ministry and beyond.”
-Beverly Woodland, Christian Ministry Stream, 2010
“This program used practical and relevant teaching and assignments to give me a solid framework to understand leadership philosophy and practice. That helped me take my leadership to new heights in a short amount of time. I loved this program and never regretted the time or money it required. The program is a huge part of who I am now and has given me the tools and foundation I need to excel in leadership in any arena.”
-Scott Street, Christian Ministry Stream, 2008
“I had already been in leadership for 15 years and once I began to grasp the concept of servant leadership, my leadership style was revolutionized. I am more confident than ever in who I truly am and in what I know God wants to do in me. What a blessing!”
-Rev. Dave Blakely, Christian Ministry Stream, 2009
“The MA in Leadership program is life-changing and transformational. As I work with 34 churches, pastors and leadership boards, I’m challenged daily to implement the biblical principles of servant leadership learned in this program.”
-Laurie D. Kennedy, Christian Ministry Stream, 2004
Education Specialization
“The MA in Leadership program has been very helpful in my workplace, but even more valuable in my everyday life. I now live intentionally. I walk with purpose. I play with passion. I remember the big picture of why I do what I do.”
-Jody Wandzura, Education Stream, 2007
“The MA in Leadership program at TWU was instrumental in giving me the tools to lead effectively in Christian education. Our school grew from under 300 students to 450 students in five years; the TWU MA in Leadership was a big help in both creating this growth and managing the change our organization experienced. I am very thankful to have attended TWU.”
-Gerry Goertzen, Education Stream, 2001
“I truly appreciated the combined practical and theoretical nature of the program. The power of being able to work through those ideas with likeminded leaders was invaluable and incredibly invigorating. I have recently gone on to lead some ‘future leader’ seminars in our school district and have relied heavily on my TWU experience as I mentor some of these new administrators.”
-Trevor Connor, Education Stream
“I have yet to hear of a program that is so practical and consistent with a biblical worldview. It has given me the confidence, encouragement, support, and proper tools to move forward.”
-Leila Chin, Education Stream, 2003
Health Specialization
“All my college, university, and association education over the years absolutely pales in comparison, in so many dimensions, to my experience in TWU’s MA in Leadership Program. I will be eternally grateful for the sense of community and support I received from everyone at TWU. And my clients, staff, and colleagues have benefited greatly as well!”
-Susan Gooding, Health Care Stream, 2010
“This program helped me look at leadership from a different perspective. The professors are truly role models of servant leadership, offering an inspirational experience for students that aides in transforming both the spiritual and professional life of the learner.”
-Cindy Schultz, Health Care Stream, 2010
“The program highlights are many. The foundational courses offered in the summer were phenomenal. The direction of scripture was woven into all of the courses, whether they involved teamwork, conflict management, or financial accountability. The camaraderie among classmates was inspiring. The online courses specific to the health care stream were immediately applicable to the work setting.”
-Susan Frizzo, Health Care Stream, 2004
Non-Profit Specialization
“The MA in Leadership program has directly and profoundly impacted my organization. It has been the impetus behind motivating our leadership team to break free of the stagnant status quo. We are now successfully moving toward necessary strategic change to positively impact our community.”
-Terri Mezik, Non-Profit Certificate, 2009
“The MA in Leadership program at Trinity Western made a significant impact on my life and work. This experience-based program enabled me to develop servant-leadership skills that are directly applicable to leading a major Christian development agency. Relationships built in this program are lasting and will continue to positively impact my leadership skills. This program is for anyone who desires to lead with vision, integrity, and effectiveness.”
-Dave McComiskey, Non-Profit Stream, 2005
“TWU's MA in Leadership gave me the ability to better understand servant leadership and to better know myself as a leader.”
-Justin Hettinga, Non-Profit Stream, 2007
Customization Option
“MA in Leadership not only showed me what good leadership is, but the professors modeled it and gave me the tools I needed to start on my own journey towards leadership excellence.”
-Steph Card, General Stream, 2004
“The MA in Leadership was challenging, life-changing, and one of the best experiences I've had.”
-Fay Puddicombe, General Stream, 2003
“I would not have wanted to continue leading our organization without having developed my leadership abilities through MA in Leadership program.”
-Dave Blundell, General Stream, 2009