Executive Master’s in GIS (EMGIS)

Online synchronous with three in-person weekend residencies

LEAD YOUR BUSINESS WITH ANALYTICS AND SPATIAL EDUCATION

The target audience for the Executive Master of Geographic Information Systems (EMGIS) includes but is not limited to mid- to senior-level managers and executives who aspire to lead organizations and units that use GIS in government, the private sector, and not-for-profit sector. Managers and executives will have a solid grasp of the technical, methodological, as well as strategic, management, and leadership aspects of GIS

This STEM-designated program provides a blend of contemporary GIS knowledge and geospatial analytical skills that can empower such professionals to take on leadership positions within IT/GIS/Analytics/Strategy functions within their organizations or find similar leadership opportunities in other organizations, sectors, or industries. Such professionals will advance GIS in their respective organizations as a competitive strategy

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Effectively address geospatial opportunities and challenges within and outside the organization by synthesizing GIS and geospatial analytics domain knowledge

Efficiently manage GIS projects in the organization by applying knowledge of the conceptual and technical components of contemporary GIS and its workflows along with management competencies.

Develop an effective geospatial strategy by engaging relevant stakeholders to maximize the value of GIS across the organization

Make competent and ethical executive decisions using geospatial data and GIS technology to create sustainable value for the organization, society, and environment.

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Executive Master of GIS curriculum

BODY OF KNOWLEDGE

Data Ethics for Business (EMGS 610 / 4 units)

GIS & Geospatial Analytics: Foundations and Value Creation (GISB 610 / 4 units)

EXECUTIVE COMPETENCIES

Location Analytics and Decision-Making (GISB 694 / 4 units)

Project Management (GISB 682 / 4 units)

GIS Strategy (GISB 693 / 4 units)

CONTEMPORARY TOPICS

Geospatial Data Visualization (GISB 661 / 2 units)

Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GISB 661 / 2 units)

CULMINATING EXPERIENCE

GIS Capstone for Executives (GISB 696 / 4 units)

WHY REDLANDS?

Founded in 1907 on the principle of living a life of impact, the University of Redlands has spent over 100 years relentlessly holding true to our foundation – preparing students to make a meaningful difference in their careers and communities. At Redlands, you’ll become part of a community of students and faculty that understands where you’ve been – and where you’re going Whether you come from a long line of college graduates or are the first in your family to attend a university, we all share a common goal: the relentless pursuit of progress