George Mason University Facility Management Programs

Description

The non-credit Professional Certificate in Facility Management has a comprehensive curriculum covers theory, methodology, technology, and best practices related to facility management. Courses emphasize the nine core competency areas designated by the International Association of Facility Managers (IFMA). The Facility Management classes include: Operations & Maintenance, Real Estate, Human & Environmental Factors, Planning & Project Management, Leadership & Management, Finance, Quality Assessment & Innovation, Communication, and Technology.
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The non-credit Professional Certificate in Sustainability for Existing Buildings focuses on the importance of sustainability in the operation of existing buildings. This program is specifically focused on the principles of Sustainable Facility Management (SFM) and incorporates the key operational characteristics of building rating systems such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) EB for Operations and Maintenance. Certificate courses are specifically designed to prepare participants for professional accreditation by U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC as either LEED-GA (Green Associate) and LEED-AP (Accredited Professional).
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The International Facility Management Association’s Facility Management Professional (FMP) credential is an assessment-based program aligned with IFMA’s global task analysis. It is designed to ensure that those receiving the FMP credential demonstrate a proven comprehension of the foundations of facility management in the following subject areas: Operations and Maintenance, Project Management, Finance and Business Essentials, and Leadership and Strategy Essentials.
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The IFMA SFP Credential Program will provide you with the tools to enhance your sustainability knowledge. In this three module program, you will learn to integrate sustainability efforts with the values and strategies of your organization. Become a leader in creating, managing, and operating sustainable facilities across the FM spectrum. Learn to leverage “doing the right thing with doing things right.”
ocpe.gmu.edu/sfpifma.html