Institute For Facilities Management

For emerging facilities leaders, APPA’s Institute for Facilities Management is the place to level up your career. We deep dive into all aspects of facilities management, building a strong foundation for new managers recently tapped to lead high-performing teams. 

This program explores essential disciplines that power educational facilities, each forming a dedicated track of study:

• General Administration
• Operations & Maintenance
• Energy & Utilities
• Planning, Design & Construction 

Our multi-day curriculum is structured around four core competency blocks, each represented as interactive learning modules within a dynamic “Campus Park” experience. A mix of interactive learning, real-world case studies, and collaborative workshops level up emerging leaders, making your professional development both accessible and engaging.

The Institute isn’t just training. It’s your turning point.

Step in as a contributor and leave as a confident, capable leader. The Institute is your platform for long-term impact.

What you’ll gain:

• A strong technical foundation to inform decisions and lead with authority.
• Critical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills to help you navigate challenges and inspire teams
• A strategic perspective of your institutions goals and your team’s role in driving student success
• Certificates, CEUs, and a respected APPA credential that validates your commitment to growth and positions you for further career advancement

Why choose APPA’s Institute for Facilities Management:

• Immersive Learning Experience: Journey through classrooms, lecture halls, and collaborative spaces that mirroring your real-world development as a leader, gaining deep technical knowledge as you progress
• Peer-to-Peer Training: Learn from seasoned professionals who do the work, gaining practical leadership and decision-making skills you can apply immediately
• Recognition of Your Professional Growth: Mark each achievement with certification milestones, making it easy to track your progress and plan your next steps
• Extended Community: Forge lifelong relationships within APPA’s expansive network—24,000+ facilities professionals representing 1,100+ learning institutions
• Actionable Tools & Resources: Access on-demand materials, leadership toolkits, and up-to-date guidance on innovative practices, sustainability, and operational excellence

Ready to strengthen your leadership skills and shape the future of Campus Facilities?

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