How long is the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Certified Facility Manager (CFM) course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Munich. There are 16 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Munich, Vienna, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, London, Geneva, Madrid, Dubai.

Can I take Certified Facility Manager (CFM) online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,550 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Certified Facility Manager (CFM) (ME-005) Training Course

Course overview

Why Attend

What keeps a facility running safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively every day is not just routine maintenance, but a well-designed system of planning, coordination, and strategic facility management.

Without structured facility management, organizations often face rising operational costs, unexpected equipment failures, compliance issues, and reduced workplace efficiency.

This Certified Facility Manager (CFM) program is designed to equip professionals with a modern, practical understanding of facility management. It focuses on how to transform buildings and assets into well-managed, high-performing environments through structured operations, maintenance planning, risk control, and performance optimization.

Across five intensive days, participants will explore how facility management integrates people, processes, assets, and technology to ensure long-term operational excellence, safety, and sustainability.

Course Methodology

This programme combines theory with real-world application through:

Practical case studies from modern facility environments
Hands-on exercises and group discussions
Scenario-based learning and problem-solving activities
Real operational examples and best practices
Guided frameworks aligned with global FM standards

Course Objectives

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

Understand the strategic role of facility management in organizations
Manage facility operations with efficiency, safety, and cost control
Apply preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
Improve asset performance and lifecycle management
Strengthen risk, compliance, and safety practices in FM
Enhance sustainability and workplace efficiency
Prepare effectively for Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certification

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

Facility Managers and Assistant Facility Managers
Maintenance and Operations Professionals
Property and Asset Managers
Engineering and Technical Services Staff
Administrative and Corporate Services Professionals
Professionals preparing for FM certification

Target Competencies

Participants will develop competencies in:

Facility operations and performance management
Asset and maintenance lifecycle planning
Risk, safety, and compliance in facilities
Budgeting and cost control in FM
Space and workplace optimization
Vendor and service management
Strategic facility planning and decision-making

Course outline

1Day 1: The Strategic Role of Facility Management
- Understanding modern facility management and its impact on organizations
- The relationship between people, assets, and operational performance
- Facility lifecycle management and value creation
- Core FM functions and service delivery models
- Key challenges in managing modern facilities
- Introduction to FM best practices and global standards
2Day 2: Facility Operations and Maintenance Excellence
- Building efficient facility operations systems
- Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies
- Work order management and operational workflows
- Equipment reliability and asset performance optimization
- Outsourcing vs in-house facility services
- Case study: improving operational efficiency in facilities
3Day 3: Asset Management and Space Optimization
- Asset lifecycle management and planning
- Space utilization and workplace efficiency strategies
- Infrastructure systems overview (HVAC, electrical, utilities)
- Energy efficiency and cost reduction strategies
- Sustainability in facility operations
- Practical exercise: optimizing facility space usage
4Day 4: Risk, Safety, and Financial Management in FM
- Risk management in facility operations
- Health, safety, and compliance requirements
- Facility budgeting and cost control techniques
- Procurement and vendor management
- Contract performance and service level agreements
- Case study: managing risk and cost in facilities
5Day 5: Performance Excellence and Modern FM Practices
- Facility performance measurement and KPIs
- Digital tools and smart facility management systems
- Sustainability and environmental considerations
- Continuous improvement in facility operations
- Leadership and communication in FM roles
- Final case study and action planning

Schedule

Dates and fees

16 upcoming dates in 9 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF

November 2026

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

MunichGermany · Classroom

£3,450per delegate2+ people: £2,760 each

December 2026

7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days

ViennaAustria · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

14DEC 14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

January 2027

11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

February 2027

8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

March 2027

8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom

£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each

April 2027

12APR 12 - 16 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

MadridSpain · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

May 2027

10MAY 10 - 14 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

June 2027

14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom

£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each

July 2027

12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ViennaAustria · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

August 2027

9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

September 2027

13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

October 2027

11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

November 2027

8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom

£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each

December 2027

13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

DubaiUnited Arab Emirates · Classroom

£2,550per delegate2+ people: £2,040 each

Live online, on the same dates

Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.

November 2026

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

Live onlineVirtual classroom · join from anywhere