Frequently Asked Questions
Certified Facility Manager (CFM) is a globally recognized certification validating expertise in facility management.
Experienced facility management professionals or those meeting IFMA’s education and work criteria can take the CFM exam.
CFM exam prerequisites include a bachelor’s degree with 3 years of FM experience or 5 years without a degree.
Pass the CFM exam by studying core FM domains, practicing mock tests, and applying real-world scenarios.
Register online via IFMA, select your exam date, pay fees, and follow exam day instructions to take the CFM exam.
CFM exam cost varies: lower for IFMA members and higher for non-members, covering registration and exam fees.
Certified Facility Manager (CFM) has 3 levels: Fundamental, Intermediate, and Advanced.
CFM objectives focus on improving leadership, operations, sustainability, and global FM standards.
The CFM exam policy defines eligibility, registration, exam rules, and retake procedures.
CFM cancellation policy explains how to cancel or reschedule exams, including deadlines and fees.
Completion time depends on preparation, but typically candidates finish within 3–6 months.
Yes, CFM is recognized worldwide in facility management and corporate sectors.
CFM benefits include higher salary, global recognition, leadership skills, and career growth
Freshers without FM experience do not meet prerequisites, but those with relevant internships may qualify.
The CFM exam typically contains 180 multiple-choice questions covering all FM domains.
The passing score for CFM is generally around 70%, depending on IFMA standards.
Yes, engineers, architects, and other professionals with FM experience can take the CFM exam.
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Official IFMA guides, practice tests, and FM case studies are recommended for CFM preparation.
No, the CFM exam does not penalize for incorrect answers.
Yes, IFMA allows retakes after a waiting period as per the CFM exam policy.
Yes, IFMA allows retakes after a waiting period as per the CFM exam policy.
Yes, IFMA provides online proctoring options for the Certified Facility Manager (CFM) exam.
CFM boosts career growth by validating skills, opening leadership roles, and increasing global job opportunities.
Real estate, healthcare, corporate offices, government, and manufacturing industries value CFM certification.
The CFM exam is offered multiple times a year, with flexible scheduling through IFMA.
The CFM exam is a multiple-choice format with scenario-based questions across FM domains.
Yes, IFMA and authorized training partners offer prep courses for Certified Facility Manager (CFM).
CFM enhances leadership by teaching strategic decision-making, team management, and operational planning.
Yes, sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship are key topics in CFM.
Absolutely, CFM is globally recognized and respected across multiple countries and industries.
Maintain CFM by earning continuing education units (CEUs) and adhering to IFMA renewal requirements.
