The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM) is a 54-hour degree designed to equip individuals primarily for church ministry roles other than preaching. This degree prepares students for competent leadership in some form of specialized ministry in congregations or other settings (tracks available in children's ministry, youth and family ministry, education ministry, missions, and gerontology). The MACM degree is normally two years in duration for a full-time student. Persons admitted with some advanced theological study or with extensive undergraduate studies in Bible, religion, and ministry may receive up to 9 hours of advanced placement.

The Graduate School of Theology offers a 54-hour program whereby non-resident students can obtain the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM). This degree provides an opportunity for students from literally around the world to remain in their current jobs while taking course work to advance their ministry skills. Students may select courses from several formats to complete the MACM, including one-week intensive, weekend intensive, and Internet courses.

The Graduate School of Theology is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools which requires that all students complete part of their degree in residence. This residency requirement may be met through one-week intensive and weekend intensive courses. Substantial reading preparation is required for all intensive format courses so students must register several weeks in advance to receive the reading assignments. Currently, the Graduate School of Theology offers resident courses on the ACU campus and at the ACU Education Center at DFW in Irving, Texas.