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Master of Arts in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits60Estimated duration2 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

M.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access

Total program length

60 graduate semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years of full-time study

Advanced transportation management and urban mobility core

27 credit hours

Research, assessment, and program evaluation

12 credit hours

Professional application and field experience

12 credit hours

Graduate capstone requirement

9 credit hours

The Master of Arts in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access is a specialized graduate program designed to integrate professional logistical expertise with a rigorous commitment to social stewardship and equitable infrastructure development. The curriculum addresses the complex challenges of urban mobility, focusing on accessibility, transit efficiency, and the responsible management of public and private resources within diverse metropolitan landscapes. Students engage in critical analysis of transportation systems to develop solutions that serve the common good, emphasizing sustainability and the ethical impact of mobility policy on marginalized communities. By bridging technical management skills with principles of social justice and servant leadership, the program cultivates professionals who view infrastructure as a vehicle for community flourishing and reconciliation. Graduates are equipped to lead with integrity, utilizing data-driven methodologies to enhance urban connectivity while maintaining a firm commitment to the stewardship of resources and the dignity of all citizens served by transit systems.

The 60-credit master's program provides advanced preparation in faith-based transportation management, urban mobility access theory, human behavior, ethics, assessment awareness, research, program evaluation, crisis response, leadership, referral, and faith-based transportation management, urban mobility access-support services.

The graduate capstone may include: An applied research study; A community needs assessment; A faith-based transportation management, urban mobility access-support program; A professional training manual; A program-development and evaluation project; Another faculty-approved scholarly project.

The program is designed for completion within two academic years by students maintaining the University's prescribed full-time course load. Part-time students may require additional time.

Florida establishes a minimum of 24 semester credits beyond the bachelor's degree for a master's program. The University's 60-credit requirement is an institutional academic standard that exceeds that minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
M.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access
Total program length
60 graduate semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Two academic years of full-time study
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
60
Duration
2 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex urban transportation systems to identify gaps in access and equity for underserved metropolitan populations.
  • Apply ethical frameworks and servant leadership principles to decision-making processes in transit management and urban planning.
  • Evaluate the environmental and social impacts of transportation policies using evidence-based quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
  • Design sustainable mobility strategies that maximize stewardship of resources and promote community integration.
  • Communicate professional recommendations effectively to diverse stakeholders, integrating concepts of service and social responsibility.
  • Integrate a theological and ethical perspective into the critical evaluation of historical and emerging mobility trends.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT501
  • Principles of Urban Management
  • 4
  • None
  • RES505
  • Research Methods for Transportation
  • 4
  • None
  • THE510
  • Ethics and Stewardship in Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS520
  • Transportation Economics
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT501 — Principles of Urban Management: An introduction to the administrative, fiscal, and operational structures of urban systems. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES505 — Research Methods for Transportation: Exploration of qualitative and quantitative research design applied to transit data. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • THE510 — Ethics and Stewardship in Leadership: Study of ethical theories and biblical stewardship as applied to professional organizational leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS520 — Transportation Economics: Evaluation of economic variables in transit infrastructure development and resource allocation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT530
  • Logistics and Mobility Systems
  • 4
  • MGT501
  • SOC540
  • Sociology of Urban Access
  • 4
  • None
  • BUS550
  • Public Policy and Transit Law
  • 3
  • None
  • MIN560
  • Foundations of Servant Leadership
  • 3
  • THE510
  • MGT530 — Logistics and Mobility Systems: Analysis of network design and supply chain logistics within urban mobility frameworks. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC540 — Sociology of Urban Access: Examination of how spatial inequality affects transit accessibility and community social cohesion. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS550 — Public Policy and Transit Law: Survey of regulatory landscapes and public policy strategies in transportation planning. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN560 — Foundations of Servant Leadership: Developing leadership character through the lens of humility and service-oriented influence. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT610
  • Strategic Transit Planning
  • 4
  • MGT530
  • BUS620
  • Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship
  • 4
  • BUS520
  • COM630
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
  • 3
  • None
  • URB640
  • Urban Sociology and Placemaking
  • 3
  • MIN560
  • MGT610 — Strategic Transit Planning: Comprehensive strategy development for public transit viability and regional connectivity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS620 — Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship: Integrating environmental science and stewardship into urban mobility infrastructure design. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM630 — Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy: Strategies for community outreach and ethical advocacy in public transportation projects. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • URB640 — Urban Sociology and Placemaking: This course examines the social dynamics of urban environments and the methodologies used to cultivate sense of place within diverse neighborhoods. Students analyze how physical infrastructure impacts community cohesion and social equity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP700
  • Capstone: Urban Mobility Integration Project
  • 4
  • Completion of 56 credits
  • MGT650
  • Risk Management in Transportation
  • 4
  • MGT501
  • BUS660
  • Nonprofit Resource Development
  • 4
  • None
  • SOC670
  • Global Mobility Trends
  • 4
  • SOC540
  • CAP700 — Capstone: Urban Mobility Integration Project: A culminating project requiring the application of management principles to a real-world mobility challenge. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT650 — Risk Management in Transportation: Evaluation of operational risk and financial stability within transit management entities. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS660 — Nonprofit Resource Development: Approaches to funding and resource mobilization for mission-driven transit initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC670 — Global Mobility Trends: Comparative study of international urban transit models and their impact on community accessibility. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Prospective students are required to submit a personal statement outlining their professional goals, a resume demonstrating relevant experience or academic background, and two professional or academic letters of recommendation. Proficiency in foundational economics or management theory is expected to ensure readiness for the rigors of graduate-level logistical and administrative study. Thesis or Capstone Project The Capstone Project serves as the final, integrative milestone of the Master of Arts program, requiring students to execute an extensive, research-based analysis of a specific urban mobility challenge. Students are expected to identify a systemic barrier to transit access, perform a comprehensive needs assessment, and propose a viable, ethically-grounded solution that reflects stewardship and servant leadership. The scope of the project requires both a technical implementation plan and a reflective analysis detailing how the proposed intervention promotes the well-being of the community through a lens of Christian ethical commitment. The project carries 4 credit hours and serves as the primary demonstration of academic mastery and character development. Deliverables include a formal research paper and a portfolio presentation that evaluates the student’s ability to synthesize technical management data with a commitment to human dignity and social reconciliation. Through this project, students articulate how their professional interventions align with a worldview that prioritizes the marginalized and demonstrates a dedication to serving the common good through responsible infrastructure management.

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation requires the completion of 60 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, ensuring that all core competencies in transportation management have been mastered at a graduate level. Students must successfully defend their Capstone Project, demonstrating an ability to apply ethical reasoning and professional judgment to real-world mobility challenges. Completion of these requirements signifies both academic success and a readiness to enter the field with a high standard of professional integrity.
  • Beyond academic attainment, students must demonstrate growth in spiritual formation and community service as integral parts of their preparation for leadership. This includes participation in institutional character development programs and the integration of faith-informed service within their chosen field. By fulfilling these requirements, graduates exhibit the professional aptitude and moral maturity necessary to lead with excellence, stewardship, and a dedicated heart for serving their communities.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Urban Transit Authority Manager
  • Nonprofit Mobility Consultant
  • Community Development Liaison
  • Public Infrastructure Project Coordinator
  • Transportation Equity Policy Analyst
  • Logistics Strategist for Charitable Organizations
  • Faith-Based Urban Planning 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 | M.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced transportation management and urban mobility core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT501 | Principles of Urban Management | 4 | None
  • RES505 | Research Methods for Transportation | 4 | None
  • THE510 | Ethics and Stewardship in Leadership | 3 | None
  • BUS520 | Transportation Economics | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT530 | Logistics and Mobility Systems | 4 | MGT501
  • SOC540 | Sociology of Urban Access | 4 | None
  • BUS550 | Public Policy and Transit Law | 3 | None
  • MIN560 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 3 | THE510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT610 | Strategic Transit Planning | 4 | MGT530
  • BUS620 | Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship | 4 | BUS520
  • COM630 | Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy | 3 | None
  • URB640 | Urban Sociology and Placemaking | 3 | MIN560
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP700 | Capstone: Urban Mobility Integration Project | 4 | Completion of 56 credits
  • MGT650 | Risk Management in Transportation | 4 | MGT501
  • BUS660 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 4 | None
  • SOC670 | Global Mobility Trends | 4 | SOC540

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Urban Transit Authority Manager
  • Nonprofit Mobility Consultant
  • Community Development Liaison
  • Public Infrastructure Project Coordinator
  • Transportation Equity Policy Analyst
  • Logistics Strategist for Charitable Organizations
  • Faith-Based Urban Planning Consultant

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

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 | M.A. in Faith-Based Transportation Management, Urban Mobility Access
  • Total program length | 60 graduate semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Two academic years of full-time study
  • Advanced transportation management and urban mobility core | 27 credit hours
  • Research, assessment, and program evaluation | 12 credit hours
  • Professional application and field experience | 12 credit hours
  • Graduate capstone requirement | 9 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT501 | Principles of Urban Management | 4 | None
  • RES505 | Research Methods for Transportation | 4 | None
  • THE510 | Ethics and Stewardship in Leadership | 3 | None
  • BUS520 | Transportation Economics | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT530 | Logistics and Mobility Systems | 4 | MGT501
  • SOC540 | Sociology of Urban Access | 4 | None
  • BUS550 | Public Policy and Transit Law | 3 | None
  • MIN560 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 3 | THE510
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT610 | Strategic Transit Planning | 4 | MGT530
  • BUS620 | Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship | 4 | BUS520
  • COM630 | Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy | 3 | None
  • URB640 | Urban Sociology and Placemaking | 3 | MIN560
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP700 | Capstone: Urban Mobility Integration Project | 4 | Completion of 56 credits
  • MGT650 | Risk Management in Transportation | 4 | MGT501
  • BUS660 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 4 | None
  • SOC670 | Global Mobility Trends | 4 | SOC540