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    Results for "gis"

    • Google

      Introduction to Git and GitHub

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Continuous Integration, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Code Review, Software Engineering Tools, Issue Tracking, Command-Line Interface, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New

      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Spatial Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Systems Thinking, Health Equity, Environmental Laws

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Getting Started with CyberGIS

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Apache Hadoop, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Big Data, Matplotlib, Data Processing, Computational Thinking, Distributed Computing, Data Manipulation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Coursera Project Network

      Overview of Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Data Synthesis, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets, Graphing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Yonsei University

      Spatial Data Science and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Database Management Systems, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Modeling, PostgreSQL, Network Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      520 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Modeling, GIS Software, SQL, Spatial Data Analysis, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Land Management, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Science, Data Capture, Data Storage

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L&T EduTech

      Geospatial Information Technology Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Database Management, ArcGIS, Global Positioning Systems, Decision Support Systems, Data Modeling, Open Source Technology, Web Applications, Mobile Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • LearnKartS

      Complete Git

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Bitbucket, GitHub, GitLab, Version Control, Software Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Software Versioning, Integrated Development Environments, IntelliJ IDEA, CI/CD, Eclipse (Software), Software Development, User Accounts, File Management, Code Review, Remote Access Systems, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface, Authentications

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Database systems

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Information Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Analytics, Data Modeling, Scalability, Data Store

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      682 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • SAS

      Using Data for Geographic Mapping and Forecasting in SAS Visual Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Forecasting, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Geospatial Mapping, Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      221 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Geneva

      Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Reporting, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      716 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Computer Vision, Feature Engineering, Spatial Analysis, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular gis courses

    • Introduction to Git and GitHub: Google
    • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
    • Getting Started with CyberGIS: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Overview of Data Visualization: Coursera Project Network
    • Spatial Data Science and Applications: Yonsei University
    • Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Geospatial Information Technology Essentials: L&T EduTech
    • Complete Git: LearnKartS
    • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Using Data for Geographic Mapping and Forecasting in SAS Visual Analytics: SAS

    Skills you can learn in Data Analysis

    Analytics (85)
    Big Data (64)
    Python Programming (47)
    Business Analytics (40)
    R Programming (37)
    Statistical Analysis (36)
    Sql (33)
    Data Model (29)
    Data Mining (27)
    Exploratory Data Analysis (26)
    Data Modeling (21)
    Data Manipulation (20)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Gis

    Top courses include Fundamentals of GIS from the University of California, Davis, and GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis from the University of Toronto. These programs cover the basics of GIS, spatial data analysis, and real-world applications in fields like urban planning and environmental management.‎

    Yes. Many GIS courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to collect and analyze spatial data, create maps using GIS software like ArcGIS or QGIS, and apply GIS skills to solve real-world problems. Topics may include cartography, spatial databases, and remote sensing.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-level GIS courses on Coursera assume no prior experience and walk you through foundational concepts. If you’re already familiar with data analysis or mapping, more advanced courses can help you deepen your skills.‎

    Yes. GIS skills are in demand across industries like urban planning, environmental science, logistics, and public health. Coursera’s GIS courses can help you build job-ready skills, create a professional portfolio, and earn certificates that show your expertise.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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