Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
Pennsylvania State University
Program Details
The online Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program is designed for both the novice and professional, allowing students to choose between a traditional track and an experienced professional’s track. The curriculum at Penn State's World Campus covers topic such as: the introduction to geographic data, problem solving with GIS, GIS database development, and theory and practice of cartographic design. Among other areas, graduates of this online GIS program are able to start or advance careers in:
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Environmental Resource Management
- Surveying and Cartography
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Pennsylvania State University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent