Top 5
Reasons to belong to IFMA
1.
Representation
The International Facility
Management Association is the premier professional organization for facility
management. Representing nearly 19,000 members throughout 50 countries, IFMA
is recognized as the leading authority on facility management. The Association
focuses its efforts on leading and sustaining the progress of the profession,
while also advancing the careers of individual members.
To monitor issues affecting
the workplace globally, IFMA has established an active presence in Washington
D.C., Ottawa, Canada and Brussels. Currently working with top government
officials, IFMA has also begun collaborative dialogue with other
workplace-related organizations to promote awareness and impact trends
affecting the future of facility management.
2.
Networking and Interaction
In
any industry, networking is critical to growth—both personally and
professionally. IFMA represents the most connected community of facility
managers on the planet, and our community grows stronger each year. With 129
local chapters, 13 industry-specific councils and a host of special events
offered throughout the year, IFMA’s networking opportunities are second to
none.
Through meetings, educational programs and social activities, IFMA chapters
allow you to interact with other workplace professionals locally. Councils
provide focused networking with peers in specialized areas of FM. IFMA’s
annual World Workplace Conference and Expo features educational programs,
networking opportunities and an all-encompassing exposition of products and
services relevant to facility management.
3.
Professional Development
In
today’s market, increasing your value as a competent professional is
essential. Whether you are preparing for certification, pursuing a career in
facility management or simply want to improve your current skills, IFMA’s
Professional Development Seminars, "hot topic" courses and World Workplace
events will help you acquire valuable tools and techniques, gain insight into
the complexities of FM and learn strategies for increasing on-the-job
effectiveness.
4.
Professional Certification
IFMA developed its Certified Facility Manager (CFM) program to help establish
credibility while increasing recognition for the facility management
profession. The certification program promotes professional excellence,
establishes global standards for professional practice, promotes the added
value of the FM and helps to influence the future direction of facility
operations worldwide.
IFMA’s certification process is designed to assess competence in the field
through work experience, education and the ability to pass a comprehensive
exam. It is a tool for the entire breadth of practitioners—from MBAs and
graduates of FM degree programs to senior executives. IFMA also provides a
review course to assist CFM candidates assess their readiness and prepare for
the exam.
5.
Member Resources
IFMA provides its members, at no extra cost or at significantly reduced rates,
a wealth of educational, career enhancement and personal development
resources.
The bimonthly, award-winning Facility Management Journal is the industry’s
single best source of FM information. Each issue features trends, cutting-edge
developments and industry news, along with practical applications and
solutions for a range of facility-related subjects. IFMA News is a monthly
newsletter brimming with information on Association activities, research
projects, news and events. Members enjoy exclusive access to resources and
services through IFMAnet, the members-only area of IFMA’s Web site. An
FM-specific online referral service, JOBnet, helps match qualified job hunters
with suitable employment opportunities. Job searches and resume posting are
free of charge to members.
IFMA is the most direct channel of communication between you and the FM world.
