66% of the world’s population is projected to be living in cities by 2050 (United Nations, Dept. of Economic and Social Affairs 2014).

"It’s not just about big data analytics or data visualization. It’s about being able to use this constant stream of information in a geospatial sense, with this geographical and time component, and find out how we can do something with it to inform the decision-making process." — Dr. Cordula Robinson, Associate Teaching Professor and lead faculty member

This certificate can stack into the Master of Professional Studies in Geospatial Services.

80% of today’s data is accompanied by a location, creating a demand for professionals who can apply geospatial intelligence.

"Learning from such smart, thoughtful, and supportive practitioners is truly inspiring, and I am confident that they will help make my dream of serving my country a reality." — Christine Doucette, Current Student

The Graduate Certificate in Port Security builds on Northeastern's expertise in experiential learning, connecting students to our Global Network of more than 3,200+ employer partners and 245,000 alumni. 

This certificate can stack into the Master's in Homeland Security.

Graduate certificate holders earn on average a 25% salary increase. 

"Learning from such smart, thoughtful, and supportive practitioners is truly inspiring, and I am confident that they will help make my dream of serving my country a reality." — Christine Doucette, Current Student

The Graduate Certificate in Remote Sensing builds on Northeastern's expertise in experiential learning, connecting students to our Global Network of more than 3,200+ employer partners and 245,000 alumni.