Transcript IFMA Credentials Breakfast Presentation

IFMA Credentials
Breakfast Presentation
March 3, 2015
SDG&E Energy Innovation Center
AGENDA:
• Introductions
• Credential Overviews
• FMP (Kate Mood)
• CFM (Lisa Chappell)
• SFP (Phyllis Meng)
• Panel
• Grant Programs
• Drawing
• Sign-ups!
Empowering Facility Professionals Worldwide
Founded in 1980, IFMA is the world's largest and most widely
recognized international association for facility management
professionals, supporting more than
24,000 members in 94 countries
SAN DIEGO CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP
HAS GROWN TO OVER 360 MEMBERS
60% ARE PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS
20% HAVE IFMA CREDENTIALS
IFMA Credentials
Facility Management
Professional
Knowledge-Based certificate
program
Sustainability Facility
Professional
Knowledge-Based certificate
program
Certified Facility Manager
Competency-Based
certification
Develop a strong foundation of critical FM knowledge and skills
demanded 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®
 Knowledge Based
 No prerequisites
 No renewal/update required
TOP 5 reasons to earn your FMP credential
1. Build a solid foundation.
The enhanced and updated course curriculum required to achieve IFMA’s Facility
Management Professional (FMP) credential will prepare you for the unique challenges of
the profession, focusing on competencies essential to an FM’s day-to-day responsibilities.
2. Start your career in the right direction.
Facility management is a constantly evolving profession. A commitment to continuing
education and professional development ensures an up-to-date skill set throughout your
career.
3. Prepare for the Certified Facility Manager® (CFM®) Exam.
FMPs who continue their professional growth have a greater chance of successfully
completing the CFM Exam and joining the elite circle of Certified Facility Managers.
4. Set yourself apart from the competition.
Whether you are applying for a position or promotion in the field, or if you plan to do
business with an FM, having the letters “FMP” after your name demonstrates your
professional knowledge.
5. Establish your professional network.
Enjoy opportunities to meet and network with expert instructors and peers during live FMP
courses. Take advantage of special FMP events at local, national and international events.
• The FMP program consists of 4 courses with content
(Knowledge Domains) deemed critical to the foundation
of knowledge required of facility managers.
• Operations and Maintenance
o Introduction to Operations and Maintenance
o Assess Facility Needs
o Manage/Oversee Operations and Maintenance
of Building, Systems and Equipment
o Manage/Oversee Occupant Services
o Select the Best Resources
o Measure and Optimize Operations and
Maintenance Performance
• Finance and Business
o Finance and Business in the Facility Organization
o Financial Management of the Facility
Organization
o Procurement in the Facility Organization
o Contracts in the Facility Organization
• Project Management
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Introduction to Project Management
Define Projects
Plan Projects
Manage and Oversee Projects
Close Projects
• Leadership and Strategy
o Plan Strategically
o Lead and Manage the Facility Organization
o Provide Leadership to the Entire
Organization
Class Schedule
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Leadership & Strategy - January 15-16
Finance & Business - March 12-13
Operations & Maintenance - July 9-10
Project Management - August 13-14
Certified Facility
Manager
CFM
The first certification program in facility management and the
most respected global credential in the industry, setting the
standard for ensuring the knowledge and abilities of
practicing facility managers.
Quick CFM Facts
• Established in 1992
• Certification process designed to assess competence in
the field through work experience, education and the
ability to pass a comprehensive exam.
• Covers 11 competencies that make up the facility
management body of knowledge.
• Three year maintenance cycle
• Located in over 32 countries
• Held by more than 3,100 professionals
What can a credential do for me?
What does it mean to be officially recognized for your
knowledge and abilities?
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It confirms your qualifications
It verifies your professionalism
It fortifies your position
It influences the future direction of the profession
Maintenance
You Are a CFM
Schedule and Pass
The Exam
Submit Your
Application and
Preparation
Assess Your
Readiness
1. Assess your readiness
Visit the Credentials page of IFMA.org to complete a selfevaluation, complete a CFM Practice Exam, and learn about
the IFMA Facility Management Learning System.
2. Submit Your Application and Prepare for Exam
• Once you are ready to take the CFM Exam, you may
submit your CFM application through the IFMA website:
http://www.ifmacredentials.org
• New IFMA Facility Management Learning System.
• Local chapter and virtual study groups
• Attend workshops and presentations
• Online practice exam (this is not an assessment tool)
Steps 3-5
• Once application is approved, candidates have up to three
months to schedule and sit for the exam.
• Candidates who pass the exam will be awarded the CFM
and will be required to renew every three years. (120
maintenance points required for renewal.)
• Individuals who do not pass may apply to retake the exam
by submitting the Application to Retake Certification Exam.
For more information on IFMA Credentials
and Continuing Education
Contact the IFMA Education Department
Telephone: 1-713-623-4362
Email: [email protected]
Or visit www.ifma.org and click on the
Professional Development tab to get started
CFM Exam Preparation Classes
FM Learning System
May 14-15-16
CFM One Day Review
May17
Sustainability Facility
Professional
SFP Program
• Knowledge-based credential
– Requires successful completion specific coursework and final
assessments
– Must pass online final assessment with score of 75% or higher
• All FM & professionals interested in sustainable practices
– A strong foundational understanding of FM is highly
recommended.
• Credential is valid for 3 years
– SFPs take online course & pass assessment for new term of
validity.
Primary Role of an SFP
• FM aware of organization’s commitment to social,
environmental and economic aspects of sustainability
- Triple Bottom Line
• FM involved in following areas:
 Development of sustainability goals.
 Sustainability strategy development and implementation.
 Implementation of a sustainable facility management plan.
 Monitoring, measuring and management of sustainable
practices.
 Employee education and training in sustainable practices.
Program Contents
Focus Area 1
Focus Area 2
Focus Area 3
The program is structured to be taken in sequence.
Strategy & Alignment of
Sustainable Facility Management
• Summarizes key concepts related to
sustainable FM from organizational level
• Illustrates linkages & actions FM take to
make business case for sustainability in
their facilities
Topic Outline
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Introduction to Sustainability
Organizational Strategies
Developing a Sustainable Strategy
Sustainability Considerations
Sustainablility Goals & Initiatives
Communicating & Reporting on Sustainability
Managing Sustainable Facilities
• Process of aligning facility‘s sustainability plan
with organization‘s vision, strategic goals &
policies.
• Takes strategies promoted in SFP’s
sustainable business case
• Provides details, tools & techniques of plans
• Prepare for, lead & implement those changes.
Topic Outline
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Sustainability Policy Development
Applying Sustainability to FM Plans
Sustainability Program Development
Change Management
Performance Management Tools
Finance for Sustainable Facilities
Purchasing & Procuring for Sustainable
Facilities
• Sustainability Standards, Systems & Support
Operating Sustainable Facilities
• Looks at ways SFPs can operate facilities
in a more sustainable manner
– Changes in building equipment & technology
– Changes in operations and maintenance
procedures.
• Organized around the eight major
categories of sustainable facility
management. They are…
IFMA’s Eight Major Categories of
Sustainability
Energy
Water
Materials and Resources
Workplace Management
Indoor Environmental
Quality
Quality of Services
Waste
Site Impact
SFP Benefits
Individual
 Learn practical skills
 Challenge the status quo
 Impact your organization’s
triple bottom line
 Earn a competitive
advantage
 Join a professional network
Employers
 Improve facility efficiency
 Establish internal training
 Create a common
vocabulary
 Evaluate employees
 Strengthen your corporate
image
 Attain a competitive
business advantage
Where do I Start?
• Self-study or instructor-led?
• Self-study materials may be purchased at
www.ifma.org/sfp
• San Diego Instructor-led course scheduled
for November and December – Three
days each month
– November 12,13,14
– December 10,11,12
All Students Receive:
• Comprehensive materials
• Interactive online study tools
• Online SFP final assessments
• Instructor led:
– Networking opportunities
– On going support
Today’s Panel
Debra L. Gutzmer, CFM, SFP
Workplace Strategy Manager
CBRE | Global Corporate Services
MUFG Union Bank Account
IFMA San Diego Past President
Marcy Harold, FMP
Facilities Manager, Mission Federal Credit Union
IFMA San Diego Events Committee Chair
Heather Collins, FMP in progress
Servpro of La Jolla,
IFMA San Diego Events Committee & Industry Partner
RAFFLE DRAWING!!
$550 toward a certification of your choice.
Must be used by June 1, 2014
Courtesy of the IFMA San Diego
Education and Professional Development Committee
Educational Grants
The IFMA San Diego Chapter is dedicated to assisting our members
in the field of facilities management through financial assistance for
Membership Renewal, World Workplace Registration, Facility Fusion
Registration and Continuing Education.
• Grants available for FMP, CFM and SFP courses
• Grants for those not awarded grant in past three years
• Application must be submitted prior to the beginning of the
course or conference
• Application is available under the Members Only tab/Forms
Depot
SIGN-UPS!!