ABOUT Certified Facility Manager (CFM)

The most respected global credential in facility management
The Certified Facility Manager® (CFM) credential sets the industry standard for ensuring the knowledge and abilities of practicing facility managers.
Now more than ever, recognizing competency, establishing benchmarks and setting performance standards are vital to the global economy. Never before have public and private sector employers relied as much on certification organizations as they do today.
Professional associations are now taking a lead role in the development of credentialing programs, and IFMA’s CFM program was the first, and is still the only globally recognized, certification in facility management.
IFMA’s certification process is designed to assess competency in the field through work experience, education and the ability to pass a comprehensive exam. Since the program began in 1992, more than 3,100 facility managers from 32 countries have achieved this prestigious recognition.

Competency-based
The CFM Exam is competency-based, testing what a person can do compared to standards that define the practice of facility management. One cannot take a course or a simple knowledge-based exam to earn the credential. IFMA’s competency-based program is at a higher level than a knowledge-based program, reflecting the growing importance of facility management in the international business world.

Recognized globally
In addition, the CFM is the only global facility management certification available. Goals of IFMA's certification program:

• Assure professional excellence
• Establish standards for global professional practice
• Promote the added value of the profession
• Influence the future direction of the profession

DURATION: 1 Year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Step 1: Review candidate eligibility requirements and fees.
The CFM is a competency-based certification. Candidates must first meet the education and experience requirements outlined in the box below. Once the application is accepted, the candidate must pass an exam.

Candidates must fall into one of the following education or work experience categories:

Ideally, candidates should have experience in all nine areas; however, it is possible for a candidate to have experience in most competency areas, minimal exposure to others and still pass the exam.

Why should you take the CFM Online Self-Assessment?

The online assessment is designed to help you:
Assess your current level of facility management knowledge and experience.
Familiarize yourself with the types of questions you will see on the certification exam.
Determine if you have the right balance of experience and knowledge to successfully complete the exam.

Step 2: Submit your application.
Once you have determined your readiness to take the exam, you may submit your CFM application through the IFMA Web site.

Step 3: Schedule and pass the exam.
Within several days of submission, approved candidates are e-mailed instructions on how to contact the IFMA testing provider to schedule an appointment to take the exam. Candidates must take the exam within three months of acceptance.

Step 4: You are a CFM.
Once you receive your official notification, you may begin using the CFM after your name. You will also receive a certificate, lapel pin and press release in your welcome packet

Procedure for enrollment
Complete an online application form at www.ifma.com or contact us for IFMA registration forms.
Complete a separate Spectrium registration form

EXEMPTION

You may be exempt from some papers if you have a relevant degree or professional marketing qualification. For more information visit www.ifma.com

WHO SHOULD ENROL FOR THE PROGRAMME

You do not have to be a member of IFMA to take advantage of the program, nor do you automatically become an IFMA member upon receiving your designation.
All facility management practitioners who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Individuals who work in related fields (architecture, interior design, etc.) and meet the requirements also may qualify to take the exam.

SYLLABUS

Operations and Maintenance
Competency 1: Oversee acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance and disposition of building systems.
Competency 2: Manage the maintenance of building structures and permanent interiors
Competency 3: Oversee acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal of furniture and equipment.
Competency 4: Oversee acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance and disposition of grounds and exterior elements.

Real Estate
Competency 1 Manage and implement the real estate master planning process.
Competency 2 Manage real estate assets

Human and Environmental Factors
Competency 1 Develop and implement practices that promote and protect health, safety, security, the quality of work life, the environment and organizational effectiveness.
Competency 2 Develop and manage emergency preparedness procedures.

Planning and Project Management
Competency 1 Develop facility plans
Competency 2 Plan and manage all phases of projects
Competency 3 Manage programming and design
Competency 4 Manage construction and relocations

Leadership and Management
Competency 1 Plan and organize the facility function
Competency 2 Manage personnel assigned to the facility function
Competency 3 Administer the facility function
Competency 4 Manage the delivery of facility services

Finance
Competency 1 Manage the finances of the facility function.

Quality Assessment and Innovation
Competency 1 Manage the process of assessing the quality of services and the facility’s effectiveness
Competency 2 Manage the benchmarking process
Competency 3 Manage audit activities
Competency 4 Manage developmental efforts of facility services to make innovative improvements in facilities and facility services

Communication
Competency 1 Communicate effectively.

Technology
Competency 1 Plan, direct and manage facility management business and operational technologies.
Competencies 2 Plan, direct manage and/or support the organization’s technological infrastructure.

ASSESSMENT/CERTIFICATION/AWARDING BODY

All subjects are examined by Computer Based Assessment (CBA). The Certification body for the Certificate in Certified Facility Manager is the IFMA USA.

EXAMINATION DATE: To book your exam contact us on (011) 339 1746

The exam, which takes 4 hours to complete, consists of 180 multiple-choice questions delivered in random order. The test is strictly pass/fail based on the total number of correct answers. At the present time, the computerized exam is available in English only.

Approved candidates will be sent information about scheduling the exam at one of Prometric’s testing centers in South Africa. Testing must occur within 90 days of candidate acceptance

THE TUITION/STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE

Learners are required to write a final examination per module. The Certification body for the Certified Facility Manager professional qualification is the IFMA –USA

BENEFITS TO YOU

Top 5 Reasons to Get Certified

The credibility and recognition that come with earning your CFM benefits both the individuals who earn the credential and the organizations that employ them.

STUDY OPTIONS

Full Time – Monday - Friday
Part Time – Mondays - Saturdays - (8:00 – 14:30). Evenings: 17:30 – 20:00.

In-house: All IFMA modules and IFMA master course can be delivered in-house. SAVE money by using this option
Distant Learning
Learnership Options also available!
Revision Package

CAREER PROGRESSION

Upon successful completion of this programme learners can move on to do the Degree programme offered by IFMA.

OUR UNIQUE TEACHING MODEL

The Spectrium model provides a package boasting of high quality online resources for students.
When you register on a full time course, not only will we help you pass the exam, but we also help you get to know your lecturers and create an experience of professional education that you can take away with you on completion of your studies.

You will benefit from:
Accommodation advice
Career workshops, advice and study skills sessions
Booster revision classes
Internet access on campus
Regular student social events
Comprehensive library online library
Industry oriented marketing employment workshops
Career-centered and solutions-driven learning, small classes
Very qualified and experienced lecturers, individual attention
Affordable prices/payment terms, to registered students just to name a few.

PROGRAMME STARTING DATES

All full and part time courses start first week of the following months:
February
July
November
Distant Learning can start at anytime
Learnership can start at any time
Revision Courses: See Timetable

Call us to enroll today on: Tel: 011 339 1746