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Geographic Information Science

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master's DegreeAcademic

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The professional master of geographic information science (MGIS), administered by the Department of Geography, provides graduate-level work in the theory, applications, and technology of geographic information science (GIS). Courses for the program are divided into three broad categories.

Credits

35 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Minnesota

    Minnesota

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingSocial Perceptiveness

Knowledge

GeographyComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsDesign

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingNear VisionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityVisualizationSpeech Recognition

Tasks

  • Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Infor
  • Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS ha
  • Maintain or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareDocument management softwareDevelopment environment softwareVideo creation and editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging software

Tools

Computer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer serversDesktop computersDigital camerasDigitizersGlobal positioning system GPS receiversLaptop computersLarge-format plottersLaser facsimile machinesLight detection and ranging LIDAR systemsMainframe computersMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computersPhotocopying equipment

Work Values

AchievementIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupportRelationships
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Master's Degree)

  • Enterprise GIS strategy — define and implement across an organization, aligning spatial data infrastructure with business objectives and long-term technology roadmaps.
  • GIS competency frameworks and training curricula — develop and deliver to build technical capability across junior and mid-level technician staff at an organizational scale.
  • Geospatial data governance policies — establish including metadata standards, access controls, and data lifecycle management to ensure enterprise-wide data quality.
  • Cross-functional project teams — lead by coordinating GIS technicians, software developers, and subject-matter experts on large-scale mapping or analytics initiatives.
  • Novel GIS research and development initiatives — direct by evaluating emerging spatial technologies, piloting new analytical methods, and driving adoption of innovations.
  • Stakeholder relationships — cultivate at senior levels by translating complex geospatial capabilities into strategic value for executive decision-makers and external partners.
  • Organization-wide GIS platform architecture — design and oversee including server infrastructure, web services, and mobile data collection systems for enterprise deployment.
  • Quality assurance frameworks — author and enforce for all spatial data products organization-wide, setting measurable accuracy and completeness standards.
  • Budget planning and resource allocation — lead for GIS programs by forecasting technology, staffing, and training investments aligned to departmental or agency priorities.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration — orchestrate between GIS, engineering, environmental science, and policy teams to deliver integrated spatial intelligence solutions at regional or national scale.

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
100%
Placement Rate
64%