Geographic Information Systems Applications Certificates

These certificates are designed for students majoring or working in related fields who wish to enhance their employment prospects or future graduate work with skills in geographic information systems (GIS).  Such skills are in demand in economics, education, geosciences, government, planning, landscape architecture, public health, public safety, recreation, humanities, graphic design and marine, earth and life sciences.

Coursework stresses hands-on service learning along with relevant theory, giving students practical experience in addressing real-world problems and questions. 

At least one-third of all credits used toward the GIS certificates must be taken at UMM. Students must also satisfy the UMM residency requirement for certificate programs, taking at least 12 credit hours through UMM.