Facilities Management Degree

Facilities managers are responsible for managing workspace. They oversee raw materials, equipment, and physical space where manufacturing and other work operations are conducted. In order to be a facilities manager, one must be trained in engineering, architecture, and information technology. Facilities managers are usually responsible for:

• Organizing workspace
• Budgeting
• Acquiring leases and managing real estate
• Supervising employees working for custodial, grounds, and maintenance crews
  
  

Facility managers are also responsible for ensuring employees work in safe environments and have access to equipment meant to protect their health and safety.

Facility managers typically hold bachelor's or master's degrees in facilities management, business administration, construction management, architecture, or engineering. Those obtaining formal training in facilities management enhance their employment opportunities since most organizations prefer to hire applicants with college degrees. Most organizations also value applicants with effective communication, decision-making, and management skills. Since these management specialists are also responsible for managing multiple projects at a time, facility managers should also be good at multi-tasking.

Explore facilities management degree programs offered by accredited schools available online and at campus locations nationwide.