Online Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Programs

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Choose a GIS Certificate Designed for Your Success

Earn a graduate certificate in GIS online in as little as one year with the University of Denver. You’ll learn to plan, launch, and execute GIS projects using remote sensing, internet mapping, and digital image processing, all online and on your schedule. Choose from two specialized graduate certificates that allow you to focus on your chosen professional area, or pursue a certificate and apply all courses to a GIS master’s degree. Speak to an enrollment specialist to learn more.

In-Demand Skills for a Fast-Paced Industry

Our graduate certificate in GIS curriculum is aligned with industry standards and delivers the expert-level skills you need for career success. Each course is taught by industry experts and delivers the credentials required for the next step in achieving your long-term professional goals.

  • Hands-on experience with industry applications
  • Personalized instruction from expert educators
  • $90,880 median annual salary for GIS professionals1

Complete Your GIS Education 100% Online

Explore our online graduate certificate in GIS options and choose the program that best supports your long-term professional goals.

100% Online, 6 Courses, As Quickly as 9 Months

Gain hands-on experience executing GIS projects, and develop expert knowledge in Geovisualization, cartography, Python programming, geospatial technologies, and more.

100% Online, 4 Courses, As Quickly as 6 Months

Build foundational knowledge in geographic information systems (GIS) and gain insight into one of the fastest-growing areas of the field: the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for mapping, analysis, and aerial photography.

100% Online, 4 Courses, As Quickly as 6 Months

Gain experience with geographic information systems (GIS) applications and become a professional in environmental assessment and natural resource management, conservation, hazard risk assessment, strategic planning, and more.

GIS Career Outlook

The need for geographic information systems professionals is on the rise. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of positions available in this field is growing faster than the average industry growth rate, with thousands of new positions made available each year.2

Top 5 Careers for GIS Professionals

  1. Project management specialist, $117,447/year7
  2. GIS Data Manager, $77,871/year6
  3. Lead Programmer, $89,929/year5
  4. Geospatial Analyst, $67,917/year4
  5. GIS Analyst, $60,921/year3

About The University of Denver

Top-ranked University of Denver’s College of Continuing and Professional Studies is built for busy adults who want flexible, customized, and career-focused education. We help students accelerate their careers by delivering industry-aligned skills and expert instruction through an interactive online platform.

Your Online Learning Experience

We know your time, energy, and resources are important. That’s why we’ve created flexible online programs designed for busy adults. With over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality online education, our learning design team builds each course to maximize your learning engagement and impact.

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Sources

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Geographers.” April 17, 2024. Retrieved May 23, 2024, from https://www.bls.gov.
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Geoscientists.” April 17, 2024. Retrieved May 23, 2024, from https://www.bls.gov.
  3. Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst Salary.” (May 23, 2024). Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
  4. Payscale. “Average Geospatial Analyst Salary.” June 13, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
  5. Payscale. “Average Lead Programmer Salary.” March 5, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
  6. Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager with Database Management Skills Salary.” April 30, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
  7. Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Project Manager Salary.” May 20, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.