Johns Hopkins University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Geographic Information Systems Online Certificate

Format: Online

Program Description:

Reliance on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is expanding into industries such as natural resource management, environmental planning, homeland security, defense and intelligence, marketing, telecommunications, economic development, transportation, law enforcement, and public health and other health care industries. Johns Hopkins' online Certificate in GIS will provide a strong foundational education that delves into the principles and real-world applications of GIS, allowing students to build their credentials and capitalize on a marketplace that's hungry for skilled employees. The Certificate in GIS will help students become: * Well-versed in GIS theory * Knowledgeable and skilled in developing, constructing, and managing spatial databases * Able to use various models for spatial analyses * Skilled at effectively representing spatial information for decision-making purposes. The Certificate is designed for students who have little or no knowledge of the GIS field.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999