The intermediate IWFM Level 4 qualifications in facilities management are for you if you work at an operational or management level, or are aspiring to these roles.
Learners that have undertaken this qualification previously have had roles such as Facilities Manager, Premises Manager, Contract Manager, Account Manager
How does it work?
You choose your qualification, click the ‘buy now’ option to pay online.
We operate a cohort registration process, where all registrations are processed during the final working week of the month. To register you with the IWFM Awarding Organisation in the current month’s cohort, we will need to receive confirmation of payment by the 20th of the month. If payment is not received by the 20th, your registration will be deferred to the following month. Once your registration is processed, you will receive an email confirming your registration and instructions on how to access the Learning Management System (LMS) to begin your qualification.
How long will it take?
Typically the qualification takes between six to 18 months to complete, depending upon the speed at which you want to progress.
From the date your access details are sent you have a two-year registration period in which to complete the qualification.
For a guideline on the amount of time you need to commit to this qualification please download the guidance document.
What skills and knowledge will I be able to demonstrate after completing the qualification?
You will:
- have practical, theoretical or technical knowledge and understanding of a subject or field of work to address problems that are well-defined but complex and non-routine
- be able to analyse, interpret and evaluate relevant information and ideas
- be aware of the nature of approximate scope of the area of study or work
- be able to Identify, adapt and use appropriate cognitive and practical skills to inform actions and address problems that are complex and non-routine while normally fairly well-defined
- review the effectiveness and appropriateness of methods, actions and results
Units to choose from
Units | Credits | Award | Certificate | Diploma |
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FM4.01 Overview of facilities management![]() | 6 | M | M | M |
FM4.02 Understanding facilities management strategy![]() | 3 | O | O | M |
FM4.03 Understanding people management in facilities management![]() | 8 | O | O | M |
FM4.04 Understanding facilities management support services operations![]() | 6 | O | O | M |
FM4.05 Managing health and safety in own area of facilities management![]() | 6 | O | M | M |
FM4.06 Understanding risk management in facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.07 Understanding financial management in facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.08 Understanding the business organisation and its impact on facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.09 Understanding performance measurement in facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.10 Understanding leadership and management in facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.11 Understanding the management of information and knowledge in facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.12 Understanding facilities management projects![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.13 Developing relationships with suppliers and specialists in facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.14 Understanding quality management in facilities management![]() | 4 | O | O | O |
FM4.15 Managing customer service in facilities management![]() | 4 | O | O | O |
FM4.16 Understanding property and asset management for facilities managers![]() | 4 | O | O | O |
FM4.17 Understanding property, fabric and building services maintenance for facilities managers![]() | 8 | O | O | O |
FM4.18 Understanding space management for facilities managers![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.19 Understanding sustainability and environmental issues and the impact on facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.20 Understanding energy and utilities management and the impact on facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.21 Understanding procurement and contract management in facilities management![]() | 3 | O | O | O |
FM4.22 Managing accessibility and inclusion and its impact on facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.23 Supporting change initiatives in an organisation and manage the impact on facilities management![]() | 6 | O | O | O |
FM4.24 Innovation in facilities management![]() | 5 | O | O | O |
Select your qualification and get started
Select the size that’s right for you.
Award | Certificate | Diploma |
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Credit requirements: 12 minimum One Mandatory Unit (6 credits) Optional Units (6 credits) | Credit requirements: 24 minimum Two Mandatory Units (12 credits) Optional Units (12 credits) | Credit requirements: 48 minimum Five Mandatory Units (29 credits) Optional Units (19 credits) |
The Award gives you a succinct overview of the basic skills and knowledge needed at this level | The Certificate provides you with a more comprehensive coverage of the subject. | The Diploma provides the full package of skills, knowledge and understanding at this level. |
Total qualification time: 120 hours (includes learning and assessment) | Total qualification time: 240 hours (includes learning and assessment) | Total qualification time: 480 hours (includes learning and assessment) |
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