Fundamentals of Facility Management (Three Day Course)
This interactive program facility managers the core skills needed to run safe, efficient, and cost-effective facilities. Participants learn practical strategies through real-world examples, group activities, and an applied action-plan project. No prior facility management experience is required.
Upon completing this 12-hour program, participants will be able to:
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Apply the facility manager’s role strategically to support organizational goals and customer satisfaction
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Make informed operational decisions using data, metrics and modern facility management technologies
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Improve efficiency and cost effectiveness by aligning resources, budgets and service delivery models
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Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen safety, reliability and long-term facility performance
Session 1: Core Responsibilities of the Facility Manager
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Safety, security & emergency readiness
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Customer satisfaction
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Team building & cross-department collaboration
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Using data & business metrics
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Start your Personal FM Action Plan
Session 2: Operational Efficiency
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Process flow & floor plan optimization
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Inventory control
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Vendor & contract management
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When to outsource
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Budgeting & cost control
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Capital project cost/benefit analysis
Session 3: Continuous Improvement
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Corrective actions & contingency planning
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Preventive & predictive maintenance
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The expanding role of AI in facility management
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Complete your FM Action Plan
Dates:
Wednesday, August 12
Wednesday, August 19
Wednesday, August 26
Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. CST
Location: USI; 8600 University Blvd, University Center Room 2203
Cost: $850 per person, includes all training materials.
No food or drinks provided.
Instructor: Joe Willett
MUST REGISTER BY JULY 29, 2026
Register at usi.edu/fundamentals or call 812-464-1989 and someone will assist you.
Questions? Contact Paula Nurrenbern at pjnurrenbe@usi.edu; 812-461-5425 or Lesley Groves at lagroves@usi.edu; 812-464-1854.
Date and Time
Wednesday Aug 19, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
Dates:
Wednesday, August 12
Wednesday, August 19
Wednesday, August 26
Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. CST
Location
Location: USI Campus
8600 University Blvd, University Center East Room 2203
Evansville, IN 47712
Fees/Admission
Cost: $850 per person, includes all training materials.
No food or drinks provided.
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Contact Information
Lesley Groves
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