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Level 6

IWFM Facilities Management Qualifications

If you’re already operating at a senior level in facilities management and want to exert influence at the highest level, IWFM Level 6 is the qualification that will anchor you as a strategic leader.

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Why choose this course?

This isn’t about operations. It’s about leading FM strategy & change.

Strategic development

Master how to align FM with your organisation’s core strategy, managing governance, risk, procurement and sustainability at scale

Insightful analysis

Build the discipline of critical analysis: assess external market trends, internal pressures and shape proactive FM strategies

Leading transformations

Develop the skills to drive organisational buy-in, deliver culture shifts and manage complex stakeholder landscapes

Pathway to CIWFM

Earn not just recognition but a pathway to advanced professional status: Level 6 ties into IWFM’s Certified membership grades (CIWFM)

“Level 6 equips you to lead, not just deliver, making sure FM is not a back-office cost, but an influential strategic asset.”

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Choose your option

You can choose from a Diploma, Certificate, or Award, depending on how far you want to go:

Diploma: The most comprehensive option – the full qualification that gives you the deepest understanding, widest recognition, and strongest impact on your career.
Certificate: It provides solid development with a moderate time commitment
Award: This gives shorter, focused introduction to key FM principles.

Whatever you choose, you’ll gain an industry-respected IWFM qualification that proves your expertise and ambition.

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Qualification	Perfect for	Workshops	Duration	Mantatory Unit	Optional Unit	Total Credits	Price
Diploma	Full strategic development	9	12-15 months	4 units (30 credits)	5 units (30 credits)	60	£5,300+VAT
Certificate	Advanced strategic development	4	9 months	1 unit (10 credits)	3 units (20 credits)	30	£2,700+VAT
Award	Focused upskilling	1	4 months	1 unit	N/A	10	£1,200+VAT

What's covered?

Diploma

Workshop 1

Strategic facilities management

Understand the influences and drivers that can affect the strategy and direction of facilities management
How to market and promote facilities management to clients and end-users
Understand the importance of innovation within facilities management and how to establish a problem-solving culture

Workshop 2

Facilities management governance & risk

Understand the purpose of corporate governance and an organisation’s ethical responsibilities
Understand the principles of effective governance, its relationship to risk management and the importance of risk management in the context of the strategy in business
Effectively review the effectiveness of risk management strategies, apply risk transfer within the facilities management function and contribute to a robust business continuity plan for an organisation as a whole

Workshop 3

Quality management and customer service in facilities management

Understand the principles and theories of quality management and the design of quality systems to meet the requirements of the business
Develop and manage service level agreements and develop and implement strategies for improving customer service and relationships

Workshop 4

Financial management in facilities management

Understand how income is generated within facilities management, the legal obligations for financial management
Be able to evaluate financial performance and life cycle costing methodologies

Workshop 5

Optional

Strategic facilities management support services operations

Develop strategies for the delivery of support services within facilities management and identify opportunities for new or alternative services

Workshop 6

Optional

Strategic leadership and management in facilities management

Develop and articulate a vision and understand the relationship between facilities management and organisational strategy
Lead and empower staff and stakeholders using a range of leadership and management theories to create a culture which encourages innovation

Workshop 7

Optional

Strategic facilities management support services operations

Develop productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, suppliers and specialists, consult on key issues and activities, manage complex negotiations and understand the wider context that affects these relationships
Understand the implications of ‘conflict of interest’ and to monitor and review the effectiveness of their working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

Workshop 8

Optional

Corporate responsibility and sustainable facilities management

Understand the importance of corporate responsibility within facilities management and champion the organisation’s legal, ethical, social, and regulatory responsibilities
Evaluate policies that protect the environment and supports corporate responsibility to review and improve environmental awareness and social responsibility within the facilities management function

Workshop 9

Optional

Introducing and leading change in an organisation and managing the impact on facilities management

Persuade others of the benefits of change, plan a strategy for achieving the vision, lead and support people through the process of change whilst managing the impact on facilities management

Certificate

Workshop 1

Strategic facilities management

Understand the influences and drivers that can affect the strategy and direction of facilities management
How to market and promote facilities management to clients and end-users
Understand the importance of innovation within facilities management and how to establish a problem-solving culture

Workshop 2

Optional

Facilities management governance & risk

Understand the purpose of corporate governance and an organisation’s ethical responsibilities
Understand the principles of effective governance, its relationship to risk management and the importance of risk management in the context of the strategy in business
Effectively review the effectiveness of risk management strategies, apply risk transfer within the facilities management function and contribute to a robust business continuity plan for an organisation as a whole

Workshop 3

Optional

Strategic leadership and management in facilities management

Develop and articulate a vision and understand the relationship between facilities management and organisational strategy
Lead and empower staff and stakeholders using a range of leadership and management theories to create a culture which encourages innovation

Workshop 4

Optional

Corporate responsibility and sustainable facilities management

Understand the importance of corporate responsibility within facilities management and champion the organisation’s legal, ethical, social, and regulatory responsibilities
Evaluate policies that protect the environment and supports corporate responsibility to review and improve environmental awareness and social responsibility within the facilities management function

Award

Workshop 1

Strategic facilities management

Understand the influences and drivers that can affect the strategy and direction of facilities management
How to market and promote facilities management to clients and end-users
Understand the importance of innovation within facilities management and how to establish a problem-solving culture

Optional Units

Additional Optional Units	Unit Credits
Compliance with organisational health and safety and the impact on facilities management	6
Human resource management in facilities management	6
Strategic management of information and knowledge in facilities management	4
Procurement strategy for facilities management	6
Property management and maintenance strategy for facilities management	8

How will you be assessed?

Career outcomes

FM Director

Strategic FM Lead

Senior Facilities Manager

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the course last?

The duration depends on your chosen qualification — Award (4 months), Certificate (9 months), or Diploma (12-15 months).

When can I start the course?

You can start at any time — our cohorts start every 4–8 weeks.

How will this course be delivered?

All workshops and 1:1 coaching will take place on Microsoft Teams meetings.

What are the payment options?

You can pay by BACS transfer, one full Stripe payment (10% off), or choose monthly instalments via GoCardless.

How do I get IWFM membership?

IWFM membership is included in your qualification. You’ll have access to your membership once we have registered your qualification with IWFM. Your free membership lasts until your course finishes with a maximum duration of 2 years.

Can I use the apprenticeship levy for this course?

Unfortunately not — but we offer apprenticeship programmes that are levy-funded. See apprenticeship courses.