International Graduate School of Biblical Studies (IGSB) was established on July 3, 2025, with the mission of training Biblical Theology faculty who will teach the Old and New Testaments at seminaries and theological colleges across various global mission fields.

IGSB is designed to provide a new paradigm of theological education through our online LMS platform. Its online learning comes with distinct advantages, unique challenges and prospects for career. 

🌐 Key Advantages

(1) Flexibility of Time and Space: Students do not need to spend time or money traveling long distances; you can listen to uploaded video lectures freely at any time that suits your time and circumstances.

(2) Ministry Continuity: You can complete your degree program without having to leave your current pastoral or ministry field.

(3) Affordable Tuition: Unlike traditional graduate schools that require significant financial investment, our tuition is kept highly affordable.

(4) Distinguished Faculty: You will learn from distinguished professors who hold doctorates from renowned international universities and bring years of teaching experience.

⚠️ Unique Challenges

(1) Need for Self-Discipline: Because this mode of on-line learning relies on uploaded lectures for independent study without immediate supervision, students risk falling behind or giving up if they do not intentionally allocate time, stay focused, and exercise perseverance.

(2) Self-Motivation Required: Without an instructor or advisor physically present to encourage or oversee your daily progress, it can be challenging to maintain continuous motivation for personal research and academic achievement.

(2) Managing Your Study Environment: Studying at home can lead to distractions from family obligations or multitasking during lectures, which can hinder genuine academic growth if not approached with seriousness.

However, if you proactively overcome these challenges, our cyber online platform offers unparalleled benefits. Successfully completing your degree will largely depend on your initiative, dedication, and active effort.

🤝 Prospects for Career

IGSB is an affiliated institution of Hong Kong Life-Load Theological Seminary (HKLTS), which is accredited by both Asia Theological Association (ATA) and the Hong Kong Government. As the President of IGSB, I signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with HKLTS regarding academic degree accreditation. Among the agreed terms, I would like to highlight two key outcomes:

(1) Lifetime Support for Sent Missionaries

Rev. Yoon, Hyung Joong, Chairman of the Board at HKLTS, has pledged that for graduates who successfully complete their doctoral degree at our graduate school, undergo missionary training at the Hong Kong Diaspora Korean Church, and dedicate themselves as faculty teaching the Bible in their native countries, HKLTS will provide lifetime living support.

(2) Joint Degree Issuance & Apostille Certification

Upon earning a Master’s or Doctoral degree through IGSB, graduates will be awarded a degree certificate issued under the name of HKLTS, with an official Apostille certified by the Hong Kong government.

We warmly welcome all of you studying at IGSB. It is my sincere prayer that you experience profound academic growth and spiritual advancement in your studies.

Thank you and God bless you.