Fundamentals of Facilities Management

Successful facilities managers must have business savvy supported by a broad scope of technical knowledge. This course provides the base from which to build a career in facilities management. You will learn how to structure and manage operations and maintenance programs, and how to manage personnel effectively to control workload. You will gain an understanding of the importance of facilities management to business organizations and operations, while also learning strategies for internal marketing. You will likewise acquire project management and leadership skills crucial to your success.

This course is required in FMA program.

Major topics covered in this course:

• Principles of information management
• Investment, cost controls, and budgeting strategies
• Operating levels of facilities activities
• Outsourcing principles
• Benefits of leasing vs. ownership

You will take away these key concepts and skills:

• Skills in effective decision making and information analysis methods
• The ability to establish your department as a primary contributor to corporate profitability
• Guidance for successful project management, with you as a team leader
  

Class Dates:	Every Tuesday evening, September 4 through October 23, 2012
Class Time:	5:30 to 9:30 pm
Location:	Equity Office, 1740 Technology Drive, Suite 150, San Jose, CA 95110 (Free parking in adjacent garage)
Instructor:	George Diggs

For more information, please contact the Boma Office at 408-453-7222.