Preparation Course for Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
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Introduction
Objective
Who should attend
Facility management is a multifaceted discipline that integrates strategic planning, operational efficiency, sustainability, and financial oversight to ensure seamless functionality of physical spaces. Effective facility management requires a holistic approach to managing buildings, infrastructure, occupant well-being, sustainability initiatives, and risk mitigation.
The Certified Facility Manager (CFM) training course is designed to equip professionals with practical skills and strategic insights for managing complex facility operations. Participants will gain expertise in project management, budgeting, sustainability practices, compliance, real estate management, performance assessment, and emerging technologies in facility management.
Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, this course will help facility professionals enhance operational resilience, improve efficiency, and align facility management strategies with broader organizational goals.
Course Outline
Project Management, Leadership and Strategy for Facility Managers
- Introduction to Facility Managers' responsibilities and skills
- Understanding project management lifecycle and the key activities required at each stage:
- Project planning and design
- Project execution and delivery
- Project evaluation and close out
- Understanding the principles of strategic planning and the need for alignment with the demand organization
- Exploring techniques and methods for successful leadership of the facility organization:
- Developing policies, procedures, and guidance to ensure compliance
- Leading and controlling individuals and teams
- Influencing decisions and attitudes of the demand organization’s leaders
- Change management principles
- Understanding the communication process with stakeholders and the importance of securing their support:
- Communication planning
- Communication delivery
- Communication evalution
- Analyzing Political, social, economic, and industry factors impacting facility management
- Understanding corporate social responsibility (CSR) in facility management
