Facility Management (FM-C) (C008)

Course Overview

The Professional Certificate in Facility Management (PCFM) is designed to provide foundational and practical knowledge in managing physical infrastructure, building systems, maintenance operations, and workplace environments. The programme equips participants with essential skills to ensure efficient facility operations, cost control, safety compliance, and asset preservation.

The course emphasizes maintenance planning, health and safety standards, space management, vendor coordination, and sustainability practices. Participants gain practical insight into managing facilities in corporate organizations, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, residential complexes, and public sector environments.

Course Duration

3–6 Months (Flexible Online Learning)

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following:

• Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) / High School Diploma or equivalent
• National Diploma (ND) or equivalent qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Relevant experience in facility operations, maintenance, infrastructure, or property supervision (advantage but not mandatory)

Additional Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Valid identification
• Basic proficiency in English
• Access to an internet-enabled device (programme delivered fully online)

Target Audience

This programme is suitable for:

• Facility supervisors
• Maintenance officers
• Property and infrastructure assistants
• Operations support staff
• Estate and building administrators
• Individuals aspiring to work in facility management

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Understand core principles of facility management
• Develop basic maintenance and asset management plans
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Coordinate vendors and service providers effectively
• Optimize space utilization and facility resources
• Support budgeting and cost-control processes
• Implement sustainable facility practices

Career Pathways

Graduates may pursue roles such as:

• Facility Management Assistant
• Maintenance Supervisor
• Infrastructure Support Officer
• Property Operations Assistant
• Facilities Coordinator
• Building Services Officer

Course Modules

1.     Introduction to Facility Management

2.     Infrastructure and Building Systems Basics

3.     Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

4.     Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

5.     Facility Budgeting and Cost Control (Fundamentals)

6.     Vendor and Contract Management

7.     Space Planning and Workplace Optimization

8.     Asset Lifecycle Management (Introduction)

9.     Risk Assessment and Emergency Preparedness

10.  Sustainable Facility Practices

11.  Digital Tools in Facility Management

12.  Capstone Practical Assignment