The Facility Industry s Most Sought-After Credentials Certified Facility Manager (CFM ) Facility Management Professional (FMP ) www.ifmaclasses.com
Today s Speaker John Rimer, CFM President, FM360, LLC IFMA Qualified Instructor Education Chair, Northern Rockies Chapter www.ifmaclasses.com 2
What We ll Cover Today Value of Credentials IFMA s global FM credentials What is the FMP? What is the CFM? How to earn them Upcoming classes Q&A www.ifmaclasses.com 3
Why pursue the FMP/CFM? How YOU will benefit Gain a competitive advantage Earn professional credibility Build practical skills Network with peers Earn IFMA-issued CEUs CFMs earn 25% more than non-cfm counterparts and tend to hold higher positions 79% of organizations prefer or require an IFMA credential when hiring, promoting, or making salary decisions about FM professionals www.ifmaclasses.com 4
Why pursue the FMP/CFM? How Your EMPLOYER will benefit Establish a common vocabulary and foundation of knowledge Ensure the competency of employees Build a competitive advantage Improve staff retention and loyalty 74% of employers feel that overall reputation of the FM team is improved 84% of employers state that IFMA credentials increase the collective FM knowledge of their organization www.ifmaclasses.com 5
IFMA s Global Credentials Competencies that define the facility management body of knowledge Certified Facility Manager The premier FM certification for experienced professionals Competency-based certification Sustainability Facility Professional The leading credential for the development of sustainable FM strategies Knowledge-based certificate program Facility Management Professional The must-have credential in facility management Knowledge-based certificate program www.ifmaclasses.com 6
What is the FMP Credential? The must-have credential for facility professionals to enhance and demonstrate their knowledge of the core FM topics deemed critical by global employers. Content based on IFMA s Global Job Task Analysis Develop and test your competence by completing coursework and final assessments contained in the IFMA FMP Credential Program No prerequisites No renewal/update required www.ifmaclasses.com 7
FMP Credential Growth The FMP is the MUST HAVE credential in FM FMP Credential Holders 2009-2014 Since 2009. the number of FMPs has grown by 295% www.ifmaclasses.com 8
World Class Credentials ANSI Accredited IFMA in 2015 for FMP American National Standards Institute Impartial assessment of program quality World-class, gold-standard model of learning and development Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act FBPTA-Aligned www.ifmaclasses.com 9
What Will You Learn? The FMP program consists of 4 courses with content deemed critical to the foundation of knowledge required of facility managers www.ifmaclasses.com 10
What Will You Learn? Leadership and Strategy Plan Strategically Lead and Manage the Facility Organization Provide Leadership to the Entire Organization www.ifmaclasses.com 11
What Will You Learn? 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 www.ifmaclasses.com 12
What Will You Learn? Project Management Introduction to Project Management Define Projects Plan Projects Manage and Oversee Projects Close Projects www.ifmaclasses.com 13
What Will You Learn? 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 www.ifmaclasses.com 14
How to Earn the FMP IFMA FMP Credential Program Everything you need to gain critical knowledge and earn the FMP credential in one program. Learn: Comprehensive Reading Materials Test: Interactive Online Study Tools * Earn: Online FMP Final Assessments * * Access online study tools and final assessments for 2 years (full kit, 4-course program) or 1 year (individual course) www.ifmaclasses.com 15
Comprehensive Reading Materials Four printed modules teach the four FMP knowledge domains E-reader version available for download Approximately 800 pages of content Concise and easy-to-read www.ifmaclasses.com 16
Interactive Online Study Tools Facility Management Introduction Pre-test Chapter quizzes Case studies e-flashcards Glossary Resource Center Progress Reports www.ifmaclasses.com 17
FMP Final Assessments Assessments available on-demand in online program 50-question FMP final assessment follows each course 65 minute time limit Earn 75% or higher on all four final assessments to qualify for the FMP credential Can be repeated after unsuccessful attempts Submit application and fee to IFMA for approval www.ifmaclasses.com 18
What is the CFM Certification? The Most Respected Credential in Facility Management IFMA s premier FM certification Certification vs. Credential Competency-based = Knowledge + Experience Comprehensive Assesses 11 Core Competencies www.ifmaclasses.com 19
Body of Knowledge The CFM assesses the ability to apply the body of knowledge gained through both knowledge and experience. 11 Core Competencies Operations and Maintenance Project Management Finance and Business Leadership and Strategy Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Communication Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Human Factors Quality Real Estate and Property Management Technology www.ifmaclasses.com 20
How to Earn the CFM Meet specific eligibility requirements. Assess your readiness and prepare for the exam. Submit your application through the IFMA website Schedule and pass the CFM Exam www.ifmaclasses.com 21
Who can pursue the CFM? To be eligible to sit for the CFM Exam, applicants must meet eligibility requirements. www.ifmaclasses.com 22
Exam Prep Options IFMA FM Learning System The preferred study resource for the CFM Exam. Comprehensive reading materials Six books with approximately 1,500 pages of educational content. Provides an overview of the facility management body of knowledge. Organized according to 11 competencies tested on the CFM Exam. Interactive online study tools SmartStudy Tool helps you organize a study plan using your pre-test score and selfassessed comfort level. Case studies covering the competency areas. Flashcards and glossary to review key terms and definitions. Progress reports track activities and scores. Resource Center provides additional references. Online testing tools Pre-test to gauge initial knowledge and help focus studies. Chapter-specific quizzes reinforce concepts, with immediate feedback and correct answer rationales. Post-test gauges knowledge gained and helps identify areas requiring further study. Experience the Exam provides practice for a competency-based exam format. www.ifmaclasses.com 23
SmartStudy Tool SmartStudy Tool helps you organize a study plan. Build a customized study plan using your pre-test results Target your most challenging topics, Provide a framework and timeline to optimize your study time Stay on track as you prepare for the CFM 1 Enter your pretest scores 2 Assess your comfort level www.ifmaclasses.com 24
SmartStudy Tool 3 Assess your gap analysis, find your largest gaps, rank them on the study outline Study outline allows you to rank the Gap analysis shows areas that need more attention. competencies that your analysis shows need more attention.
Online Study & Testing Tools Case studies covering the competency areas. Flashcards and glossary to review key terms/definitions. 50-question pre-test gauges initial knowledge and helps focus studies. Chapter-specific quizzes reinforce concepts, with immediate feedback and correct answer rationales. 50-question post-test gauges knowledge gained and helps identify areas requiring further study. www.ifmaclasses.com 26
FMP & CFM Learning Options Delivery options to match learning style and budget: Individual Self-Study Program Study where and when your schedule allows Instructor-Led Courses Combine self-study materials with expert instruction Discuss topics with your peers Learn from the collective knowledge www.ifmaclasses.com 27
Upcoming FMP Courses Project Management Aug. 24 th -25 th Salt Lake City Operations & Maintenance Aug. 31 st -Sept. 1 st Idaho Falls Project Management Sept. 8 th -9 th Spokane, WA Finance & Business Sept. 10 th -11 th Spokane, WA Leadership & Strategy Oct. 12 th -13 th Boise, ID Finance & Business Oct. 19 th -20 th Idaho Falls, ID Leadership & Strategy Nov. 4 th -5 th Salt Lake City Plus More www.fmclasses.com www.ifmaclasses.com 28
Costs of FMP Individual Module - $625 Book, Online Portal, & Test Need all FOUR for FMP Hybrid Kit - $1599 Material for all FOUR modules TWO instructor-led courses Full Kit - $2095 ($400 savings) Material for all FOUR modules FOUR instructor-led courses www.ifmaclasses.com 29
Upcoming CFM Courses Sept. 15 th -16 th Exam Prep PLUS Nashville Sept. 17 th -18 th Exam Prep PLUS Cincinnati Nov. 6 th Exam Prep Workshop Salt Lake City Dec. 4 th Exam Prep Workshop Oklahoma City Oct. 4 th -6 th Exam Prep PLUS PLUS WWP* www.fmclasses.com www.ifmaclasses.com 30
Costs of CFM CFM Exam Prep Workshop - $199 CFM Plus Workshop- $999 FMLS & Online Study Tools One-day CFM Exam Workshop One-day Competency Review Class TWO Instructor-Led Courses *CFM Application is additional $500 www.ifmaclasses.com 31
Question & Answer Please submit your questions via the chat box OR raise your hand to open the mic. Learn more and register at: www.fmclasses.com Or contact john@fm360online.com www.ifmaclasses.com 32