FMP – FACILITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL BY IFMA
A facility manager (FM) is responsible for the maintenance, service and security of work facilities by ensuring they meet the needs of the organization and its employees. An FM also oversees many different aspects of a company’s operations,such as external suppliers, ranging from managing vendors & contractors to arranging for maintenance.
LEARNING OUTCOME
A career as a FM means your options are wide open and can find you working in the private and public sectors, with positions in office buildings, retail buildings, schools, hospitals or other large premises.
COURSE OUTLINE
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
• Introduction to Operations and Maintenance
• Assess Facility Needs
• Manage/Oversee Operations and Maintenance of Building, Systems and Equipment
• Manage/Oversee Occupant Services
• Select the Best Resources
• Measure Operations and Maintenance Performance
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
• Introduction to Project Management
• Define Projects
• Plan Projects
• Manage and Oversee Projects
• Close Projects
FINANCE AND BUSINESS
• Finance and Business in the Facility Organization
• Financial Management of the Facility Organization
• Procurement in the Facility Organization
• Contracts in the Facility Organization
LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGY
• Plan Strategically
• Lead and Manage the Facility Organization
• Provide Leadership to the Entire Organization
CONTENTS
• The Employer
• The Engineer
• The Contractor
• Nominated Subcontractors
• Staff and Labour
• Plant, Materials and Workmanship; Clause 8 – Commencement, Delays and Suspension
• Tests on Competition
• Employer’s Taking Over
• Defects Liability
• Measurement and Evaluation; Clause 13 – Variations and Adjustments;
• Contract Price and Payment
• Termination by Employer
• Suspension & Termination by Contractor
• Risk and Responsibility
• Insurance
• Force Majeure
• Claims, Disputes and Arbitration; General Conditions of Dispute
• Adjudication Agreement
• Annex Procedural Rules
• Table of Cases
• Table of Statutes
• General Provisions
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) is the pinnacle achievement in facility management certification.The CFM Exam is competency-based, testing what a candidate can do compared to standards that define the practice of facility management.
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential sets the industry standard for ensuring the knowledge and competence of practicing facility managers as the most respected global credential in fcility management.
PREPARE. APPLY. PASS. MAINTAIN. AND GET RECOGNIZED
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) is the pinnacle achievement in facility management certification. Widely regarded as the industry standard in facility management certification.
• Gain credibility in your professional network
• Showcase your knowledge of 11 core competencies
• Grow as a leader in facility management
• Proudly join a distinguished group of FM professionals
HOW TO GET CFM CERTIFICATION: EXAM CERTIFICATION PATH- 4 STEPS
1. Determine Eligibility
| Option 1 | Option 2 |
Education | Bachelor’s or Masters level Facility Management degree | No FM degree |
FM work experience | 3 years | 5 years |
ETHICS REQUIREMENT: An Ethics Assessment is required for all CFM credential applicants. Those holding the CFM credential are required to complete an Ethics Assessment every other renewal cycle or every six (6) years.
2. Prepare For The Exam
Take Exam Preparation Training from YourOwn Institute
3. Apply For The Exam
Complete your CFM Application in the CAMP platform
Complete the CFM Application Payment Form
Sit for the exam within three months (90 days) of approval
After you are approved, schedule your exam at a testing centre(Prometric) or test remotely with a virtual proctor.
COURSE OUTLINE
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certification exam topics include 11 competencies
Occupancy and Human Factors
Workplace environment
Occupant services
Occupant health, safety, & security
Operations and Maintenance
Buildings, building systems, infrastructure, & grounds
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment
Physical safety and security
Operations and maintenance processes
Work management support systems
Renewals and renovations
Sustainability
Energy management
Water management
Materials and consumables management
Waste management
Workplace and site management
Facility Information Management & Technology Management
Data collection and information management
Information protection & cyber-security
Technology needs assessment and implementation
Maintenance and upgrade of technology systems
Risk Management
Risk management planning
Emergency preparedness, response, and recovery
Facility resilience and business continuity
Communication
Planning
Delivery
Evaluation
Performance and Quality
Quality management
Performance management
Leadership and Strategy
Strategic planning and alignment with the demand organization
Policies, procedures, & compliance
Individual and team management
Leadership
Relationship & conflict management
Change management
Corporate social responsibility
Political, social, economic, and industry factors affecting facility management
Finance and Business
Operational and capital budgeting
Evidence-based decision-making process (e.g. business case)
Procurement (e.g. purchasing, sourcing of goods and services)
Contracting
Financial analysis and reporting
Real Estate
Firstly, Real estate strategies
Secondly, Real estate assessment, acquisition, and disposal
Thirdly, Real estate asset management
Space management
Major projects and new construction
Project Management
Planning and design
Execution and delivery
Evaluation
CERTIFIED FACILITY MANAGER – EXAM DETAILS
Exam Name: Certified Facility Manager (CFM) Total Number of Questions: 180
Exam Format: Multiple Choice Questions Exam Duration: 4 Hour
Exam Type: Computer-based Exam Language: English
Calculators and glossaries are prohibited
No books/No notes
Scratch paper and pencil available
Exam Fees: IFMA Member – $550 USD
Non-Member – $815 USD
