Course Overview
The Certified Facility Management Professional (CFMP) course is an essential program in the management domain as it provides learners with the essential skills and knowledge to manage facilities in various sectors. This program focuses on facility management's strategic and operational aspects, covering everything from maintenance, energy efficiency, and sustainability to financial planning and risk management.
Course Objectives
- Better fundamental understanding of core facility concepts
- Professionals gain more confidence in their job performance
- Continuing education demands keep FMPs attuned to industry best practices
- FMP certification (and other accreditations) stands out on résumés
- FMPs can command a higher salary due to their formalized education
- Certification opens the door to upward mobility, including higher accreditations
Course Outline
This course is designed with several modules to cover all essential aspects of facility management:
Module 1: Finance and Business
- Essential finance and business practices
- Engage finance
- Legal Procurement
- Risk Management
- Maximize decisions for your organization
Module 2: Project Management
- Plan, initiate and execute projects
- Understand the entire project life cycle
- How to monitor and control project performance
- Learn about the facility manager's role in projects and how to evaluate outcomes
Module 3: Operations and Maintenance Management
Best practices for maintaining building systems and ensuring operational efficiency.
Module 4: Sustainability and Environmental Management
Explore green building practices, energy efficiency, and sustainability in facilities.
Module 5: Strategic Planning & Management
- Plan, manage or own exhibitions and events to remain competitive
- Define and review their strategies
- Measure where an event falls within a particular market segment
- Position the exhibition or event to meet or beat the competition
- Develop plans to ensure business continuity and success.
Module 6: Risk Management and Emergency Preparedness
Develop strategies for risk management, security, and emergency planning.
Module 7: Regulatory Compliance and Ethics
Learn about key regulations, standards, and ethical practices in facility management.
Module 8: Exam Preparation for CFM Certification
Comprehensive review and exam strategies to pass the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) exam.
Target Group
This program is ideal for:
- Facility managers looking to advance their careers and gain certification.
- Professionals in property management, engineering, or maintenance seeking to enhance their expertise.
- Individuals aspiring to enter the field of facility management.
- Organizations aiming to improve their facility management capabilities by training their staff.
Program Cost
The Certified Facility Management Professional (CFMP) course is available in two formats:
- 5-day training: €3700
- 10-day training: €6500
Courses are available on different dates and can be scheduled upon request to meet the needs of individuals or organizations.
Organizers
The Geneva Institute of Business Management organizes this course with its European partners.