Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Spatial Insight, Certificate

The foundational Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Spatial Insight is the foundational certificate offered through the Online Certificate Program in Location Intelligence and Spatial Analysis. The certificate program is designed for GIS professionals who utilize Location Intelligence and/or Spatial Analysis and who have a Master’s degree, or do not need a Master’s degree, but do need to learn about specific aspects of the geospatial domain.

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Admissions Requirements

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Requirements

8 units of required coursework (four 2-unit courses):

Modern GIS
Foundational Skills: Statistics, JavaScript, and Python
Introduction to Spatial Analysis
Advanced Spatial Analysis

Location Intelligence and Spatial Analysis Certificate Program Prerequisites

The foundational certificate, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Spatial Insight , is designed for individuals who want to learn basic GIS concepts and analytics. The advanced certificates cover a range of topics that can be offered based on demand. Students who want to obtain an advanced certificate must have completed the basic certificate or demonstrate equivalent knowledge.