the facility industry’s most sought-after credentials...
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The Facility Industry’s Most Sought-After Credentials
Certified Facility Manager (CFM®)Facility Management Professional (FMP®)
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Today’s Speaker
John Rimer, CFMPresident, FM360, LLCIFMA Qualified InstructorEducation Chair, Northern Rockies Chapter
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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
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Why pursue the FMP/CFM?
• Gain a competitive advantage• Earn professional credibility• Build practical skills• Network with peers• Earn IFMA-issued CEUs
How YOU will benefit…
“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”
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Why pursue the FMP/CFM?
• Establish a common vocabulary andfoundation of knowledge
• Ensure the competency of employees• Build a competitive advantage• Improve staff retention and loyalty
How Your EMPLOYER will benefit…
“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”
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Facility Management Professional• The must-have credential in facility
management• Knowledge-based certificate program
Sustainability Facility Professional®• The leading credential for the development of
sustainable FM strategies • Knowledge-based certificate program
Certified Facility Manager®
• The premier FM certification for experienced professionals
• Competency-based certification
IFMA’s Global CredentialsCompetencies that define the facility
management body of knowledge
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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
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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%
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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”
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What Will You Learn?
The FMP program consists of 4 courses with content deemed critical to the foundation of knowledge required of facility managers
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What Will You Learn?
Leadership and Strategy• Plan Strategically• Lead and Manage the Facility Organization• Provide Leadership to the Entire Organization
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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
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What Will You Learn?
Project Management• Introduction to Project Management• Define Projects• Plan Projects• Manage and Oversee Projects• Close Projects
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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
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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)
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Comprehensive Reading Materials
• Four printed modules teach the four FMP knowledge domains
• E-reader version availablefor download
• Approximately 800 pages of content• Concise and easy-to-read
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Interactive Online Study Tools
• Facility Management Introduction
• Pre-test• Chapter quizzes • Case studies• e-Flashcards• Glossary • Resource Center• Progress Reports
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FMP Final Assessments
• Assessments available on-demand inonline 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
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What is the CFM Certification?
• Certification vs. Credential• Competency-based = Knowledge + Experience• Comprehensive – Assesses 11 Core Competencies
“The Most Respected Credential in Facility Management”
IFMA’s premier FM certification
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Body of Knowledge
The CFM assesses the ability to apply the body of knowledge gained through both knowledge and experience.
11 Core CompetenciesOperations 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
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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
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To be eligible to sit for the CFM Exam, applicants must meet eligibility requirements.
Who can pursue the CFM?
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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 self-
assessed 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.
Exam Prep Options
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SmartStudy ToolSmartStudy 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
Enter your pre-test scores1
Assess your comfort level2
SmartStudy Tool
Gap analysis shows areas that need more attention.
Assess your gap analysis, find your largest gaps, rank them on the study outline3
Study outline allows you to rank the competencies that your analysis shows need more attention.
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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.
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FMP & CFM Learning Options
• Study where and when your schedule allows
Individual Self-Study Program
Delivery options to match learning style and budget:
• Combine self-study materials with expert instruction• Discuss topics with your peers• Learn from the collective knowledge
Instructor-Led Courses
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Upcoming FMP Courses
• Project Management – Aug. 24th-25th Salt Lake City• Operations & Maintenance – Aug. 31st-Sept. 1st Idaho Falls• Project Management – Sept. 8th-9th Spokane, WA• Finance & Business – Sept. 10th-11th Spokane, WA• Leadership & Strategy – Oct. 12th-13th Boise, ID• Finance & Business – Oct. 19th-20th Idaho Falls, ID• Leadership & Strategy –Nov. 4th-5th Salt Lake City• Plus More…
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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
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Upcoming CFM Courses
• Sept. 15th-16th – Exam Prep PLUS – Nashville• Sept. 17th-18th – Exam Prep PLUS – Cincinnati• Nov. 6th – Exam Prep Workshop – Salt Lake City• Dec. 4th – Exam Prep Workshop – Oklahoma City
• Oct. 4th-6th – Exam Prep PLUS PLUS – WWP*
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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
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Question & AnswerPlease submit your questions via the chat box
OR raise your hand to open the mic.
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