GIS Database Management Microcredential

Admissions are rolling. Tuition is Domestic students: $1,761.02 total program cost.

This microcredential is a 100-hour online program delivered in two courses. It is self-paced and fully remote, with no on-campus requirements. The program starts in November 2026 and is open for applications. Students must complete at least half of the program through OC to meet residency rules.

You will learn to design, build, and manage relational databases within a GIS environment. The courses focus on connecting, querying, and visualizing database data. You will gain hands-on experience in organizing and analyzing spatial data using modern tools and technologies.

To enroll, you must have completed the GIS Essentials Microcredential. The total cost for domestic students is $1,761.02. There is no fixed application deadline, but early application is recommended to avoid being waitlisted.

Okanagan College, located in British Columbia with a campus in Kelowna, is a public college focused on hands‑on learning and student success. Since 1963 the college has offered practical programs across arts, sciences, business, health and technology, combining modern facilities with applied instruction to prepare graduates for local and global careers.

The college provides a wide selection of credential pathways, including diplomas, certificates and transfer options to universities, supported by experienced faculty and strong industry partnerships. Programs emphasise experiential learning, co‑op placements and applied projects that connect students directly with employers. International learners benefit from supportive services, small class sizes and targeted orientation to life and work in Canada.

Kelowna's lifestyle and regional economy offer plentiful internship and employment possibilities in technology, tourism, health services and the creative sector. Okanagan College is well suited to students seeking an affordable, practice‑oriented education with clear pathways to further study or immediate workforce entry. The college balances community engagement, industry ties and a welcoming campus culture for international students.