Discover The Preferred Study Resource

For The CFM Exam:

The IFMA Facility Management
Learning System

Todays Speakers
Randy Olson
Professional Development, IFMA
John Rimer, CFM
President, FM360, LLC
IFMA Qualified Instructor
Karina Elizondo
Credentials Coordinator, IFMA
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What Well Cover Today

IFMAs Global Facility Management Credentials
Benefits of Earning the CFM
What is the IFMA FM Learning System?
Learning Options
Resource Links
Why choose the IFMA FM Learning System?
Questions

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Facility Management

Evolving trends indicate that FM professionals

have greater opportunity to add value to their
organizations through efficient management,
improved technology, and strategic planning.
Source: Exploring the Current Trends and Outlook for Facility Management

Are you prepared?

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John Rimer, CFM

President, FM360, LLC

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IFMAs Global Credentials

Certified Facility Manager
The premier FM certification for experienced
professionals
Competency-based certification

Competencies that define the facility

management body of knowledge

Sustainability Facility Professional

The leading credential for the development of
sustainable FM strategies
Knowledge-based certificate program

Facility Management Professional

The must-have credential in facility
management
Knowledge-based certificate program

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What is the CFM Certification?

The Most Respected Credential
in Facility Management
IFMAs premier FM certification
Certification vs. Credential
Competency-based =
Knowledge + Experience
Comprehensive Assesses
11 Core Competencies

11 FM Core Competencies
Operations and
Maintenance

Emergency
Preparedness and
Business Continuity

Finance and Business

Human Factors

Leadership and Strategy

Quality

Environmental
Stewardship and
Sustainability

Real Estate and

Property Management

Technology

Project Management

Communication

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Benefits of the CFM

Earning the CFM is one of the most important
career decisions FMs can make.
Distinguish yourself. Stay competitive in
todays job market.
Invest in your future. On average,
CFMs earn 25% more than noncertified
facility managers.
Demonstrate your leadership and initiative. Its not easy to
achieve CFM status. The CFM designation is a tangible sign of
your success and expertise.
Promote your department. Market value to organization.
Advance your profession. Elevate FM to a higher level within
the global business community.
For more information on CFM credential details such as eligibility, exam fees, and
application process, visit www.ifma.org/cfm
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Benefits of the CFM

Value to Employer
Competent Business Manager
Trusted Advisor
Impact Triple Bottom Line
Financial / Social / Environmental

The CFM Advantage. CFM status will distinguish you from peers, prepare you for
advancement and enhance your credibility. Although no coursework is required to sit
for the CFM Exam, a variety of preparation resources are available.
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The IFMA Facility Management

Learning System
Comprehensive print materials
Covers all competency areas of the facility
management body of knowledge, the basis
of the CFM Exam
Interactive online study support tools
Case studies, flashcards, Resource Center.
Online testing tools
Pre-test, post-test, chapter-specific quizzes.

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Comprehensive Print Materials

Six books with approximately 1,500 pages of
educational content
Provides an overview of the facility
management body of knowledge
Organized according to 11 competencies
tested on the CFM Exam
Clear and concise format for better
understanding and retention

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Interactive Online Study Tools

Facility Management Overview
provides an introduction
to the FM profession.
SmartStudy Tool helps
you organize a study plan.
Case studies covering
the competency areas.
Flashcards and glossary to
review key terms and
definitions.
Progress reports track
activities and scores.
Resource Center
provides additional
references.

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Interactive Online Study Tools

SmartStudy Tool helps you organize a study plan.
Build a customized study plan using your pre-test results
Target your most challenging topics,
Provide a framework and timeline to optimize your study time
Stay on track as you prepare for the CFM

Enter your pretest scores

Assess your
comfort level

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Interactive Online Study Tools

Assess your gap analysis, find your largest

gaps, rank them on the study outline

Gap analysis shows areas that need more

attention.

Study outline allows you to rank the

competencies that your analysis
shows need more attention.

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Interactive Online Study Tools

Case study: apply

concepts across
competency areas.

eFlashcards:
online and
printable

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Interactive Online Study Tools

Searchable glossary

Resource Center provides

additional references

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Online Testing Tools

50-question pre-test to gauge initial knowledge and help focus
studies.
Chapter-specific quizzes reinforce concepts, with immediate
feedback and correct answer rationales.
50-question post-test gauges knowledge gained and helps
identify areas requiring further study.

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Individual Reports
Individual reports show
candidates progress, learning
gain, and opportunities for
improvement
Pre-Test/Post-Test
Comparison Report
Best Score Report

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Learning Options
Individual Self-Study Program
Study where and when your schedule allows
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Instructor-Led Courses
Combine self-study materials with expert instruction
Discuss topics with your peers
Classes offered by IFMA, colleges/universities, chapters
Corporate/Group Delivery
Volume discounts for 2 or more
Choose self-study or instructor-led format
Track group progress

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Learning Options
Instructor-Led Courses
Virtual Course through Rice University
March 4 May 7, 2015
Wednesday evenings, 13 weeks
6-9 p.m. Central time
Fee: $2,795
Save $200 by registering by Feb. 18!
CEUs: 3.9
Note: Fee includes cost of most recent printed
edition of and online access to the IFMA Facility
Management Learning System.

Online Information Session

Wednesday, February 4, 2015
12 Noon, Central time

Register for info session at

http://glasscock.rice.edu/cfm

Register today! Visit http://glasscock.rice.edu/cfm.

Find other local instructor-led course options by visiting
www.ifmacredentials.org/cfm/ls/classes-offered
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Resource Links
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Try a Free Demo sample the print materials, view a guided tour:
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Why Choose the FM Learning System?

One resource that provides an overview of the IFMA
facility management body of knowledge, the basis
of the CFM Exam.
Convenience and flexibility. Reinforce your current knowledge and
fill in gaps while studying where and when your schedule allows.
Expert design. Developed by IFMA and a team of FM experts.
Powerful study tools. Comprehensive print materials and
interactive online study tools help create an efficient study plan, learn
and apply key concepts, and test understanding and retention.
Training value. Group training options and volume discounts can
maximize training budgets.
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Why do Users of the FM Learning System

Recommend it to Others?

"Very comprehensive, supplemented my 'field knowledge'

and an overall good resource."

"Very thorough and I loved the online access from anywhere."

"The questions in the online quizzes help to refine your understanding

and correct wrong notions."

"Ease-of-use and the level of detail in the reading materials.

"I liked the format best. Read the chapter, then test on it to see what you
learned and where you need to review and get a better understanding."

Source: FM Learning System May 2014 Purchaser Survey.

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Question & Answer

Please submit your questions via the chat box
on the right hand portion of your webinar screen.

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Contact Information

Learn more at:

www.ifma.org/cfm/ls
Or contact
Karina Elizondo:
Karina.elizondo@ifma.org

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