Admission Requirements
Admission and entry requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) may be required, along with letters of recommendation and a personal statement highlighting interest in law, technology, and faith-based organizations. Career Opportunities Compliance Officer Legal Consultant for Technology Firms Policy Advisor in Faith-Based Organizations Digital Ethics Specialist Non-Profit Program Manager Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator Legal Researcher Technology Law Educator 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 | B.A. in Faith-Based Law, Digital Technologies, Specialization in Organizational Laws Total program length | 135 semester credit hours Normal completion time | Four academic years General education | 36 credit hours Faith-Based Law and Digital Technologies core | 78 credit hours Professional application courses | 15 credit hours Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 101 (Law) | English Composition I (Law) | 3 | None GEN 102 (LC) | English Composition II (LC) | 3 | None GEN 103 | College of Algebra | 3 | None GEN 104 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | None GEN 105 | Introduction to Theology and the Law | 3 | None GEN 106 (LC) | GEN 106 Public Speaking and Communication (LC) | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites GEN 107 | Research Methods in Social Sciences | 3 | None GEN 108 | Ethics and Moral Reasoning | 3 | None GEN 109 | Leadership and Team Development | 3 | None GEN 110 | Digital Media and Communication | 3 | None LDT 201 | Introduction to Law and Digital Technologies | 3 | None LDT 202 (LC) | Intellectual Property Law | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites LDT 203(LC) | Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law | 3 | None LDT 204 | Digital Privacy and User Rights | 3 | None LDT 205 | Legal Aspects of E-Commerce | 3 | None LDT 206 (LC) | Legal Frameworks in Technology Development | 3 | None LDT 207 | Technology and International Law | 3 | None LDT 208 (Law) | Digital Transformation and Law | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites LDT 209 | Ethics in Digital Technologies | 3 | None LDT 210 | Legal Research in Technology and Law | 3 | None LDT 211 | Internet Governance and Regulation | 3 | None LDT 212 | Intellectual Property and Technology | 3 | None LDT 213 | Legal Challenges in Digital Media | 3 | None LDT 214 | Regulatory Compliance for Technology Firms | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites LDT 215 | Technology Law Internship | 3 | None GEN 220 | Conflict Resolution in Faith-Based Settings | 3 | GEN 108 LDT 301 | Artificial Intelligence and the Law | 3 | None LDT 302 | Legal Issues in Social Media Platforms | 3 | None LDT 303 | Blockchain Technology and Law | 3 | None LDT 304 | Digital Evidence and Cyber Law | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites LDT 305 | Technology and Privacy Advocacy | 3 | None FBO 310 | Christian Stewardship and Resource Law | 3 | FBO 401 GEN 315 | Foundations of Nonprofit Strategic Planning | 3 | GEN 109 FBO 401 | Introduction to Faith-Based Organization Laws | 3 | None FBO 402 | Church and State Law | 3 | None FBO 403 | Religious Freedom and Policy | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites FBO 404 | Legal Compliance in Faith-Based Ministries | 3 | None FBO 405 | Faith-Based Non-Profit Governance | 3 | None FBO 406 | Capstone Project | 3 | None LDT 410 | Digital Outreach and Regulatory Compliance | 3 | LDT 208 FBO 412 | Human Resources and Labor Law for Ministries | 3 | FBO 404 LDT 420 | Cloud Computing Security and Legal Risk | 3 | LDT 203 Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites LDT 430 | Global Digital Ministry and Cross-Border Law | 3 | LDT 207 FBO 450 | Faith-Based Advocacy and Public Policy Lab | 3 | FBO 403 FBO 499 | Advanced Senior Thesis in Organizational Law | 3 | FBO 406