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10938NAT

Diploma of Facilities Management

Study Method Online
Provider UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
Recognition Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date Enrol anytime
UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd

Course overview

Take a step up into the growing sector of facilities management and turn your skills and experience into an accredited qualification.

Unlock your future career in the dynamic world of Facilities Management with the 10938NAT Diploma of Facilities Management, offered EXCLUSIVELY by UNE Partnerships in collaboration with the Facility Management Association of Australia.

Designed by industry experts, this diploma not only gives you real-world knowledge but also the confidence to excel in key decision-making areas—whether it’s managing capital and maintenance budgets, optimising building services, or driving sustainable practices. The use of case studies throughout the course, opens up the qualification to a wide range of students whose aspirations to be in this growing sector is not hampered by their current role. Meaning you can study for the career you want not the one you have.

Enrol whenever you’re ready, and start building the future you want! This course is perfect for motivated professionals eager to build on their experience and become recognized leaders in Facilities Management. You’ll gain essential skills in management, team leadership, risk management, and operations, empowering you to shape and implement cutting-edge maintenance programs.

Take control of your career and become the expert the industry needs. The future of Facilities Management is waiting for you—are you ready to step up?

Job outcomes

  • Sustainability Officer
  • Facilities Maintenance Manager
  • Facilities Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Risk and Safety Manager

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What you'll learn

On successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to:

  • Plan, develop and implement facilities maintenance and lifecycle maintenance programs
  • Measure and manage sustainable facilities environments
  • Collaborate, develop interpersonal relationships, manage stakeholder engagement and delegate effectively
  • Manage risk and ensure safety in the workplace

Recognitions

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

  • New South Wales
  • Queensland
  • South Australia
  • Victoria

Duration study load

The estimated time to complete this course is:

8 hours per week over a study period up to 2 years.

Students can complete in a much shorter time depending on experience, role, and/or current practices.

This courses comprises of:

  • Study course guides on the student learning platform
  • Assessments tailored to your current role. Choose from case studies or scenarios or on-the-job examples.
  • Workplace practice if you are already in a suitable role
  • Self-directed study with support from our friendly student services team to help keep you on track

Entry requirements

We have made our 10938NAT Diploma of Facilities Management course accessible to as many students as possible. Those wanting to start their career, those already on a journey to get there or those already in the role but need to ensure they need to keep up to date with the latest skills requirements.

Each unit of assessment includes case studies and scenarios which means if you are not already in a facilities management role you are able to study just as effectively as someone who is. And if you ARE already in the role, you can start applying the key learning outcomes right away.

To ensure you have the best experience we also recommend that you have:

  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Previously completed Year 12 or a Certificate IV level qualification.
  • Appropriate technology to study online
  • The motivation to learn independently.
  • Please refer to our Admissions and Enrolment Policy for admission criteria and Technology Requirements to successfully complete this course.

If you are unsure about your suitability please get in touch and we can discuss your options.

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Course features

  • Enrol anytime: Study at your own pace, anywhere at any time
  • Have access to expert trainers: Subject Matter Experts offering support during your online experience
  • Study online: Access to our online community of students and trainers
  • Receive great support: Support in balancing your work/life and study

Professional Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training (NRT)

  • 10938NAT Diploma of Facilities Management is an NRT Qualification recognised across Australia
  • On successful completion of the 12 units of competency in this course, you will be issued with an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF5) Qualification and Record of Results
  • Successful attainment of the Diploma of Facilities Management will allow for credit in AQF qualifications in accordance with relevant training package rules and recognition requirements

Facility Management Association Australia (FMA)

  • Graduates of the Diploma of Facilities Management will be eligible for full general membership of FMA Australia
  • Members of FMA Australia undertaking particular units may be eligible for CPD points

Subjects

12 units of competency must be successfully completed. These are made up of 8 core units plus 4 electives.

Core Units
BSBFIN501Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBPRC502Manage supplier relationships
BSBWHS521Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBOPS504Manage business risk
BSBSUS411Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

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Payment options

  • Course price $6990
  • Pay in full upfront
  • Or start with ZERO deposit and 100% interest-free instalments spread over 12 months

10% discount* for members of Facilities Management Association of Australia (FMA), Facilities Management Association of New Zealand (FMANZ), Institute of Healthcare Engineers Australia (IHEA), Strata Community Association (SCA), Flexible Payment Plan Options are available

*This offer is only available for standard full course enrolments and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

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About UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd

With over 30 years of experience in distance and online education, UNE Partnerships is one of Australia’s most progressive Registered Training organisations specialising in vocational training programs that are nationally recognised. UNE Partnerships is the wholly-owned education and training company of the University of New England (UNE) – New South Wales’ second oldest university and Australia’s oldest and most experienced distance education provider.

We are committed to the provision of structured, high quality, industry-relevant training to promote increased skills and knowledge in people and workplaces. Our emphasis is on practical, accredited, nationally recognised qualifications, industry-specific courses and short courses that can be directly applied to the workplace. Most of our courses provide articulation into higher qualifications including a range of undergraduate and postgraduate awards offered by the UNE Business School or UNE School of Health to enable a structured career path.

You will have support during your studies with us, all the way from your initial course information enquiry and enrolment process with our friendly Course Advisors, and all the way to your graduation day with our Supportive Student Engagement Team, Program Managers and Industry assessors, experts in their field.

UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 6754)

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