He completed undergraduate studies at Canadian Bible College in Regina, Saskatchewan (BTh) and a master's degree at Westminster Theological Seminary in Glenside, Pennsylvania (MDiv).
Boda earned his doctoral degree (PhD) at the University of Cambridge in 1996, writing his dissertation under the supervision of Graham I. Davies and Hugh G. M.
[2] In addition to his academic work, Boda also has ministry experience within the Christian & Missionary Alliance, having served in various pastoral roles in both Canada and the United States.
His work has focused especially on the following Old Testament books: Ezra-Nehemiah, Chronicles, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi, Isaiah, Judges, Psalms, and Lamentations.
In addition, he has served as the editor or co-editor of over 20 volumes, and has extensive experience as a member of the editorial board for several book series, journals, and publishers.