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There has been an increasing presence of third-party training providers that are falsely claiming to offer IFMA-approved training and/or violating IFMA’s copyright by using IFMA materials protected under the Berne International treaty. It's important to understand the key differences in credential requirements and how to choose an IFMA-authorized education training affiliate.
Stay informed. Stay protected. Your IFMA credential is important—make sure it’s backed by authorized, trusted training programs.
1. Train in 7 core competencies of FM
These online, self-paced courses will build your knowledge in 7 of the core competencies that comprise the CFM exam subject matter.
IFMA's Real Estate Course
Gain a comprehensive understanding of real estate principles and practices and their pivotal role in achieving your core business strategy. This program empowers participants to:
- Develop and execute a robust real estate strategy that aligns seamlessly with your core business objectives, encompassing crucial aspects such as property assessment, acquisition, disposal, and efficient space management.
- Master project management principles essential for overseeing new construction ventures and other significant projects with utmost efficiency and success.
IFMA's Sustainability Course
After completing this course, participants will be able to discuss the following concepts as they relate to sustainability and FM:
- Energy management
- Water management
- Materials and consumable management
- Waste management
- Workplace and site management
IFMA's Facility Information Management & Technology Management Course
- Learn how to effectively utilize modern tools and techniques to benefit both workplaces and their occupants.
- Gain the knowledge to securely and efficiently collect data, enabling informed decision-making that aligns with core business objectives.
- Conduct thorough assessments of technology needs and stay ahead by anticipating the impact of emerging technologies.
- Understand the thought process behind determining whether to retain, update, enhance, or replace technology.
IFMA's Communications Course
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Develop the skills to be an effective liaison between external and internal stakeholders.
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Learn how to:
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Leverage modern tools and techniques for today’s workplaces and occupants.
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Create and deliver the right message for the intended result.
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Develop an FM communication plan.
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Identify and share relevant information to the appropriate audience.
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IFMA's Risk Management Course
- Prepare to support your organization’s risk management strategies for building a resilience and avoiding business interruptions.
- Understand the vulnerabilities of an organization’s structures and infrastructure and balance the critical nature of the demand organization’s mission and functions against the possible occurrence and impact of a risk event.
- Create and deliver the right message for the intended result.
- Develop an FM communication plan.
- Identify and share relevant information to the appropriate audience.
IFMA's Occupancy & Human Factors Course
Enhance your capacity to enhance organizational and individual occupant performance, while guiding the FM team in establishing and executing the essential practices for achieving success.
Participants will gain the ability to:
- Foster an atmosphere where motivation, productivity, and retention thrive.
- Harmonize safety and security with innovation.
- Master the art of negotiating service level agreements.
IFMA's Performance & Quality Course
Discover and apply the essence of capturing fitness for its intended purpose, embracing a mindset of continuous improvement, and satisfying the needs of stakeholders.
Participants will gain the ability to:
- Identify and meet the requirements and expectations of stakeholders for the facility and its related services.
- Comprehend and articulate the components of a comprehensive quality management system for FM.
- Evaluate the performance of the FM organization to drive ongoing enhancements.
Why 7 courses? This program requires you to have a foundation of FM knowledge. That foundation includes knowledge of the 4 most critical competencies:
Finance & Business
Project Management
Operations & Maintenance
Leadership & Strategy
3. Learn how to successfully approach exam questions
Enrollment in the CFM Knowledge Workshop entitles you to:
- One (1) CFM Exam Prep Workshop (two virtual, instructor-led sessions)
- Review the overall methodology of the CFM exam and practice applying critical thinking skills to your FM knowledge, using sample questions in a simulated competency-based exam.
- After enrolling in the CFM Knowledge Workshop, our Training Support Team will sign you up for the CFM Exam Prep Workshop date of your choosing.
- Review the overall methodology of the CFM exam and practice applying critical thinking skills to your FM knowledge, using sample questions in a simulated competency-based exam.
- One (1) CFM Practice Exam
- See sample questions
- Get the experience of taking a computer-based exam.
CFM Exam Prep Workshop Schedule: 2 Sessions
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CFM Exam Prep Workshop11 am to 1 pm CT-USMeets on these dates in 2025:2/11, 2/13
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CFM Exam Prep Workshop
6 pm to 8 pm CT-USMeets on these dates in 2025:1/7, 1/9 and 3/11, 3/13

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Disclaimer: The IFMA Certified Facility Manager® (CFM®), IFMA Facility Management Professional® (FMP®) and the IFMA Sustainability Facility Professional® (SFP®) are globally recognized credentials offered exclusively by International Facility Management Association (IFMA). To ensure the highest standards of education and credibility, the IFMA FMP and IFMA SFP training is only available through IFMA or an IFMA-approved training provider. Engaging with unapproved providers may result in invalid training, extra costs and could jeopardize your eligibility. There is no required coursework for the IFMA CFM. Exam preparation materials are optional and not endorsed by the IFMA Certification Commission. However, the application, testing and issuance of the IFMA CFM remain exclusive to IFMA. The FMP, SFP, and CFM can only be legally obtained through IFMA, and all holders are listed in our International Credential Registry. A list of authorized providers can be found at IFMA.org. You may also contact IFMA directly for additional information or to confirm verification.