Gemological Institute of America
Gemological Institute of America Headquarters Location
5345 Armada Drive
About Gemological Institute of America
Established in 1931, GIA protects the public through gemological research, education, impartial gem identification and grading services, and instrument development. The world’s foremost authority in gemology and creator of the 4Cs, GIA sets the standard for determining the quality of diamonds and
performs research-based identification of colored gems and pearls.
As an independent nonprofit organization, all of GIA’s activities are governed by its mission to serve the public. Visit GIA.edu or 4Cs.GIA.edu
Mission:
GIA protects the public through research, education, laboratory services and instrument development.
Products:
GIA offers a curriculum developed from our groundbreaking research and delivered by experts in their field. Through GIA’s education, you can acquire the knowledge and practical skills to help prepare you for success in the gem and jewelry industry.
Visit GIA.edu/gem-education to learn more about our courses and diploma programs.
GIA’s globally recognized gem identification and grading services are built on a foundation of scientific research. Using state-of-the-art instrumentation and visual observations to evaluate every gem, GIA expert graders and gemologists deliver consistent, accurate results. With objectivity and expertise, GIA laboratories ensure the integrity and accuracy of every analyses and report issued.
GIA’s collection of gemological instruments, from loupes to microscopes to grading and identification tools, meets the practical needs of the jewelry industry. These instruments are available for purchase through our online store, which also offers books on gems and jewelry, gemological reference charts, and subscriptions to Gems & Gemology, GIA’s peer-reviewed research journal. Visit store.GIA.edu to order from our selection of curated products.
About GIAperforms research-based identification of colored gems and pearls.
As an independent nonprofit organization, all of GIA’s activities are governed by its mission to serve the public. Visit GIA.edu or 4Cs.GIA.edu
Mission:
GIA protects the public through research, education, laboratory services and instrument development.
Products:
GIA offers a curriculum developed from our groundbreaking research and delivered by experts in their field. Through GIA’s education, you can acquire the knowledge and practical skills to help prepare you for success in the gem and jewelry industry.
Visit GIA.edu/gem-education to learn more about our courses and diploma programs.
GIA’s globally recognized gem identification and grading services are built on a foundation of scientific research. Using state-of-the-art instrumentation and visual observations to evaluate every gem, GIA expert graders and gemologists deliver consistent, accurate results. With objectivity and expertise, GIA laboratories ensure the integrity and accuracy of every analyses and report issued.
GIA’s collection of gemological instruments, from loupes to microscopes to grading and identification tools, meets the practical needs of the jewelry industry. These instruments are available for purchase through our online store, which also offers books on gems and jewelry, gemological reference charts, and subscriptions to Gems & Gemology, GIA’s peer-reviewed research journal. Visit store.GIA.edu to order from our selection of curated products.
A TRADITION OF SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
Founded in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. An independent, nonprofit organization, GIA protects the public trust in gems and jewelry by providing the education, research, and standards that consumers and the jewelry industry rely on to make informed purchase decisions.
WHAT GIA DOES
Research that deepens the world’s understanding of gems and jewelry manufacturing and shares these findings with academia, the industry, and the gem-buying public
Education that builds careers and enhances the knowledge and integrity of the gem and jewelry industry
Standard setting that protects those who buy gems by ensuring the qualities of gems and jewelry are objectively and consistently described
Laboratory Services that provide an unbiased and scientific assessment of gem quality
GIA's MISSION STATEMENT
GIA's mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services, and instrument development.
CareersFounded in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. An independent, nonprofit organization, GIA protects the public trust in gems and jewelry by providing the education, research, and standards that consumers and the jewelry industry rely on to make informed purchase decisions.
WHAT GIA DOES
Research that deepens the world’s understanding of gems and jewelry manufacturing and shares these findings with academia, the industry, and the gem-buying public
Education that builds careers and enhances the knowledge and integrity of the gem and jewelry industry
Standard setting that protects those who buy gems by ensuring the qualities of gems and jewelry are objectively and consistently described
Laboratory Services that provide an unbiased and scientific assessment of gem quality
GIA's MISSION STATEMENT
GIA's mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science, and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services, and instrument development.
With over 3,000 employees in 13 countries, GIA offers many exciting career opportunities and the chance to serve the public good. Join our diverse and highly talented group who bring objectivity to the industry
and provide the public the knowledge they need to make gem and jewelry purchases with confidence.
Learn more about GIA’s mission, history and career opportunities.
Employee Benefits
GIA offers competitive salaries and benefits, and training opportunities to its employees in all our global locations.
Interested in joining the GIA Team?
We invite you to review our current career opportunities. Details on how to apply are included in each job description. We appreciate your interest in working for GIA.
and provide the public the knowledge they need to make gem and jewelry purchases with confidence.
Learn more about GIA’s mission, history and career opportunities.
Employee Benefits
GIA offers competitive salaries and benefits, and training opportunities to its employees in all our global locations.
Interested in joining the GIA Team?
We invite you to review our current career opportunities. Details on how to apply are included in each job description. We appreciate your interest in working for GIA.
Number of Employees in Gemological Institute of America
1,001 to 5,000
Gemological Institute of America Revenue
$100M to $500M (USD)
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