Lancaster Bible College

This document serves as a comprehensive program plan for the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Lancaster Bible College. It outlines the program's mission and goals, emphasizing a strengths-based social work practice integrated within a biblical/theological context. Key components include generalist social work practice, clinical social work, advanced child and family practice competencies, and details on curriculum, policies, and student support resources, all geared towards student competence and ethical practice.

This strategic plan outlines key lines of effort and goals for Lancaster Bible College. It focuses on refining institutional values, clarifying its distinct identity, and fostering a diverse and thriving organizational culture. Key pillars include reforming organizational structure for efficiency, establishing a biblical framework, adapting academic programming to market needs, and implementing cyclical program evaluation. The plan also emphasizes attracting and retaining mission-fit students, enhancing educational partnerships, improving financial position, and strengthening relationships with alumni and donors. Overall, the plan aims to ensure long-term viability, deliver exceptional biblically integrated education, and promote student success and enrollment growth.

The three-year strategic plan for Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary and Graduate School is designed to advance its mission and wisely steward resources. It focuses on six key areas: clarifying institutional identity, cultivating a vibrant community culture, delivering exceptional biblical education, establishing a nimble organizational structure, ensuring student success, and practicing responsible stewardship. The plan aims to enhance the institution's distinctiveness, foster student thriving, increase efficiency, and ensure long-term impact.

Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School's 2024 Strategic Plan focuses on six key areas: identity (clarifying and communicating the LBC difference), culture (cultivating a vibrant community), education (providing an exceptional biblical, missional, and formational educational experience), structure (designing a nimble institution), student success (helping students flourish and grow enrollment), and stewardship (ensuring long-term effectiveness). The plan aims to strengthen the foundation of LBC to become a leader in collaborative, contextualized biblical higher education, preparing students to think and live with a biblical worldview and proclaim Christ. The plan emphasizes readiness in all seasons, maximizing resources, and adapting to changing circumstances while staying true to its mission and values.