Jewish Studies, Education & Communal Leadership (M.A.)

Program Overview

This interdisciplinary graduate program in Jewish Studies and Jewish Education and Communal Leadership prepares students for leadership roles in the Jewish community. Through coursework in history, ethics, and non-profit management, students gain expertise in Jewish traditions and contemporary issues. The program offers two specializations, one in Jewish Studies and one in Jewish Education and Communal Leadership, and provides opportunities for accelerated study and internships.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program prepares students for careers as scholars and professional leaders for the Jewish community. The interdisciplinary curriculum combines courses in history, leadership, ethics, non-profit management, and communal service.

One Program, Two Paths:

• Specialization in Jewish Studies: Become an expert in the Bible, a key text in Judaism and Christianity.
Understand the historical relationships between Jews, Muslims, and Christians. Explore the development of Jewish thought and traditions in Christian and Muslim contexts.
• Specialization in Jewish Education and Communal Leadership: Graduate prepared to manage Jewish institutions and teach in Jewish schools.
Get on-the-job, supervised training and internships.

Accelerate from Undergraduate Programs:

Begin graduate courses as an undergraduate student. Take up to nine graduate-level credits in your senior year to complete a B.A. and M.A. in just 5 years. Earn the M.A. that will enhance your credentials and advance your career. Students in the accelerated program are eligible for merit and need-based scholarship support in the graduate phase of their studies.

Teaching:

• Small classes taught by expert faculty provide a real opportunity to interact closely with instructors and classmates.
• A rich intellectual environment fostered by the Baltimore Hebrew Institute, featuring leading authors, intellectuals, and speakers from around the world.

Careers:

• A broad range of career paths — from Jewish community centers and schools, Christian churches, and charitable organizations to social service agencies, synagogues, and graduate divinity programs.

Other:

• The program offers individualized support and an in-depth learning experience tailored to your interests and goals.