Program Overview

Facilities Management Certificate Program

Program Overview

The Facilities Management certificate from Madison College provides a solid foundation of knowledge to enter the fast-paced and growing facility management career track. As building operation becomes smarter and more efficient, facility managers ensure today’s spaces live up to their new expectations through critical competencies and characteristics.

Madison College's Facilities Management certificate was developed by the International Facility Management Association-Madison NewSchool team to address the urgent need for trained facility managers.

Courses from both the Madison College School of Business and Applied Arts and the School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology comprise a comprehensive cross-competency one-semester certificate.

Once you complete the Facilities Management certificate from Madison College, you will have foundational knowledge in project management, safety, maintenance, and building management including energy efficiency. This is an ideal program of study for the current or aspiring facility management professional.

Program Details

• Program Number: CERT
• Degree: Certificate
• Area of Study: Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
• Delivery Method: Some Online/Some In Person
• Estimated Time to Complete: 9 Credits | Finish in 1 semester
• Estimated Program Cost: $1,756.22

Curriculum and Experience

• Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the academic year.
• Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
  • Progress toward your specific requirements
  • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

Courses:

• Project Management - Fundamentals (3 credits)
• Safety for Industry (1 credit)
• Maintenance Operations 1 (1 credit)
• Maintenance Operations 2 (1 credit)
• Building Automations 1 (3 credits)

Admission

• Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open, so apply today!
• To Apply: There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.
• International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.

Application Dates:

• Fall 2025:
  • Application open
  • Application completion deadline is October 15, 2025
• Spring 2026:
  • Application available on September 15, 2025
  • Application completion deadline is March 15, 2026

Additional Notes:

• Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid
• Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis
• Students who have already completed the certificate coursework at the time of application will receive the certificate diploma at the end of the term of application

After Acceptance:

• Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.

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