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Choose a GIS Graduate Certificate Designed for Your Success
Earn a graduate certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) online in as little as one year with the University of Denver. Whether you’re looking to advance your career in GIS or transition, you will gain the skills to plan, launch, and execute GIS projects using remote sensing, internet mapping, and digital image processing, all while studying online and on your own schedule. Choose from two specialized graduate certificates that give you the skills to advance in your GIS career.
Interested in a GIS master’s degree? Complete the 6-course GIS graduate certificate before pursuing a GIS master’s degree. Once you have earned your certificate, all courses can be applied toward the GIS master’s degree. Speak with an enrollment specialist today 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
Consistently a Top-Ranked University by U.S. News & World Report
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.
Prerequisite: GIS 4101 or similar GIS course and/or work experience
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.
Prerequisite: GIS 4101 or similar GIS course and/or work experience
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
- Project management specialist, $117,447/year7
- GIS Data Manager, $77,871/year6
- Lead Programmer, $89,929/year5
- Geospatial Analyst, $67,917/year4
- GIS Analyst, $60,921/year3
About The University of Denver
Top-ranked University of Denver’s College of 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.
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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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- 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.
- 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.
- Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst Salary.” (May 23, 2024). Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
- Payscale. “Average Geospatial Analyst Salary.” June 13, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
- Payscale. “Average Lead Programmer Salary.” March 5, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
- Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager with Database Management Skills Salary.” April 30, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.
- Payscale. “Average Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Project Manager Salary.” May 20, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2024, from https://www.payscale.com.