Unlock Career Opportunities: Join Esri's Geo Apps MOOC
Esri's Make an Impact with Modern Geo Apps massive open online course (MOOC) debuted in 2024 and over 20,000 people (!!) worldwide registered to attend. Luckily for you, the MOOC is being offered again in 2025!
This no-cost course is a fantastic opportunity for young professionals looking to enhance their GIS skills and make a significant impact early on in their careers. You'll receive complimentary access to ArcGIS software and learn how to build modern geo apps without writing a single line of code—a truly impressive and valuable skill to learn! Additionally, you will earn a certificate upon successful completion of the MOOC, which is a standout achievement to put on your résumé or GIS portfolio.
The no-cost course opens on April 9, but you can join in on the fun and register now. Note: Registration closes on April 16 at 11:59 PM PT.
Why Should Young Professionals Enroll in the Geo Apps MOOC?
In-Demand Skills: The geo apps MOOC covers essential topics such as web mapping, spatial analysis, and app development using Esri's cutting-edge tools. These skills are highly sought after in the GIS industry and can set you apart in the job market.
Real-World Practice: You'll get practical experience with real-world data and scenarios, allowing you to apply what you learn directly to your work.
Résumé Builder: Completing this course is a great way to enhance your résumé or GIS portfolio. It demonstrates your commitment to professional development and showcases your ability to learn and apply new technologies.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow GIS enthusiasts and professionals from around the world. The course's online community is a great place to share ideas, ask questions, and build your professional network.
Flexible Learning: The MOOC is designed to fit into your busy schedule. You can learn at your own pace, making it easy to balance with your other commitments.
Course Outline: What You'll Learn Each Week
Week 1: ArcGIS Instant Apps - Play the role of a high school science teacher and create an app that allows students to read information about individual earthquakes and see them on a map in relation to tectonic plates and fault lines.- Week 2: ArcGIS StoryMaps - "Work" for the National Park Service at Rocky Mountain National Park and create a story that includes maps, photographs, and audio to highlight aspects of the park that encourage visitors to slow down, listen, and look around.
- Week 3: ArcGIS Dashboards - Create a dashboard displaying flight delay trends for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, used internally by the business analysis team to investigate trends and make recommendations to the airport commission.
- Week 4: ArcGIS Experience Builder - Gain skills to construct a single-page web experience tailored to a specific audience and multiple screen sizes. Create an app showcasing reclaimed wetlands areas in New South Wales, Australia, as a researcher.
