| The Introduction to Facilities Management certificate is a short, face-to-face course that provides students with the basic knowledge and skills they need to work in a facilities management role. Students will learn about the different aspects of facilities management, including facility planning, maintenance, and operations, sustainability, and leadership. |
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Module 1: Introduction to Facilities Management
- Define facilities management and explain its role in organizations.
- Identify the different types of facilities and the unique challenges and requirements of each.
- Understand the different functions of facilities management, such as planning, maintenance, operations, and sustainability.
- Describe the importance of facilities management in supporting organizational goals.
- Module 2: Facility Planning and Management
- Identify the different steps involved in facility planning, from needs assessment to implementation.
- Apply facility planning principles to real-world scenarios.
- Develop and manage facility budgets.
- Track and measure facility performance.
- Module 3: Facility Maintenance and Operations
- Understand the different types of facility maintenance and how to implement them effectively.
- Identify and manage facility risks.
- Develop and implement facility maintenance and operations procedures.
- Oversee the work of facility maintenance and operations staff.
- Module 4: Facility Sustainability
- Define sustainability and explain its importance in facilities management.
- Identify and implement sustainable practices in facility planning, maintenance, and operations.
- Reduce the environmental impact of facilities.
- Improve the energy efficiency of facilities.
- Module 5: Facilities Management Leadership and Management
- Apply leadership and management principles to facilities management.
- Develop and motivate facilities management staff.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Manage change in the facilities management environment.
- High school or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in the course topic
- Good level of English
| 50 GLH |