Facility Management Professional® (FMP®) Series Package

Do you plan to get your FMP designation?  If so, the FMP requires the completion of NIU’s four approved IFMA courses - The Business of FM, Operations and Maintenance, Planning & Project Management, and Leadership & Management. 

Purchase all 4 of these courses in our FMP Series Package and save!  Click here to register for the FMP Series Package

The FMP designation is for entry-level and transitioning facility professionals who do not yet have the hands-on experience required for obtaining the CFM. The FMP credential prepares new and transitioning facility professionals for the demands of today’s dynamic workplace.  A knowledge-based credential, the Facility Management Professional (FMP) is designed to accelerate an FM’s transition into the profession. 

Why should you get an FMP?

• The course curriculum required to achieve IFMA’s FMP credential will prepare you for the unique challenges of the profession, focusing on competencies essential to an FM’s day-to-day responsibilities.
• A commitment to continuing education and professional development ensures an up-to-date skill set throughout your career.
• FMPs who maintain their professional growth have a greater chance of successfully completing the CFM Exam and joining the elite circle of Certified Facility Managers.
• Whether you are applying for a position or promotion in the field, or if you plan to do business with a FM, having the letters “FMP” after your name demonstrates your professional knowledge.

Who should apply for an FMP?

• Facility management practitioners with less than five years of experience.
• Transitioning professionals with significant experience in related careers.
• Partner practitioners such as architects, designers and safety engineers. 
• Facility managers must be proficient in a wide range of competencies and the CFM designation shows the level and skill you have achieved. 

Award of the FMP Credential

The FMP credential is awarded by the International Facility Management Association.  Upon completion of the FMP series of classes, participants will need to apply to IFMA to complete the certification process (www.ifma.org).  Participants meeting the requirements of the NIU program (attendance and exams) will be awarded a certificate of completion at the conclusion of each course.  These certificates are documentation that you have successfully completed each course required to be awarded the FMP credential.

The Program – Just Two Simple Steps

Step One - Complete the required courses.  The FMP requires the completion of NIU’s four approved IFMA courses, designed to provide attendees with critical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in facility management.  These competency areas are essential to anyone working as or with a facility manger.  All four courses are offered at NIU Naperville this Spring.  See chart below for course detail. 

Step Two - Submit your application with IFMA.  Download the online application form at www. ifma.org.

Competency Area Courses

A special rate is available for current NIU undergraduate and graduate students. For more information contact dmann@niu.edu or bcoulter@niu.edu 

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Take any of the courses as a refresher or to gain knowledge in that competency area.  It is not required to be a CFM or FMP candidate to participate in the courses.

If you are currently unemployed and receiving benefits from the Illinois Department of Employment Security, you may qualify for WIA funding for this program.  For more information visit our web site at www.wia.niu.edu.   

Payment Information

NIU offers an optional payment plan available to those using a credit card to register.  This option requires 25% percent of the FMP series fee to be paid at the time of registration;  25% is due on 1/8/10; 25% is due on 2/5/10; and 25% is due on 3/5/10.  Charges will be automatically assessed to the credit card on file on the designated dates.  Additional payments may be made at any time.  Phone the NIU Outreach registration office (800) 345-9472 to process credit card payments.  Mail checks to Outreach Registration, 140 Swen Parson Hall, DeKalb, IL 60115.  Name, address, event number and order number must be included with payment.

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Are You a New or Transitioning Facility Professional? 

If you answered "yes" to this question, then NIU has the courses you need to achieve the FMP designation.   See Competency Area Courses below for detail. 

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