Course Overview

Blending business acumen with expertise in optimizing built environments, sustainability, and technology. Adjustments may vary based on university specializations or regional regulations.

Semester 1

Core MBA Foundations

1. Managerial Economics

- Micro/macroeconomic principles, demand-supply analysis, cost structures.

2. Financial Accounting & Reporting

- Balance sheets, income statements, cash flow analysis.

3. Organizational Behavior & Leadership

- Team dynamics, motivation, conflict resolution, leadership styles.

4. Marketing Management

- Branding, customer relationship management (CRM), market research.

5. Quantitative Methods for Business

- Statistics, data analysis, decision-making tools.

Semester 2

Advanced Business Skills & FM Introduction

1. Financial Management

- Budgeting, CAPEX/OPEX, ROI analysis, and FM-specific financial planning. 

2. Operations & Supply Chain Management

- Lean management, process optimization, vendor management. 

3. Human Resource Management

- Talent acquisition, performance metrics, outsourcing strategies.  

4. Business Law & Ethics

- Contracts, compliance (OSHA, ISO 41001), ethical governance. 

5. Introduction to Facility Management

- FM lifecycle, roles, global standards, and core functions. 

Semester 3

FM Specialization & Strategy

1. Strategic Facility Planning

- Aligning FM with organizational goals, space optimization, agile workplaces.

2. Facility Operations & Maintenance

- Preventive/predictive maintenance, HVAC/electrical systems, CAFM tools.

3. Sustainability & Energy Management

- LEED/GRIHA certifications, energy audits, waste reduction, ESG compliance.

4. Technology in FM

- Smart buildings, IoT, BIM, CMMS, and digital twin applications. 

5. Project Management for FM

- Scope, timelines, risk management, PMP/PRINCE2 methodologies. 

Electives (Choose 1–2): 
- Healthcare FM  
- Hospitality FM  
- Smart Cities & Infrastructure  
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Semester 4

Advanced FM & Capstone

1. Real Estate & Asset Management

- Portfolio optimization, lease management, lifecycle costing.  

2. Risk Management & Compliance

- Disaster preparedness, insurance, legal liabilities.

3. Global FM Trends & Innovation

- Proptech, workplace wellness, AI-driven FM, future trends. 

4. Capstone Project

 - Solve a real-world FM challenge (e.g., retrofitting for net-zero emissions).

5. Internship

 - 6–8 weeks in corporate FM, real estate, or consulting roles.

Electives (Choose 1–2): 
- Contract Management & Negotiation  
- Data Analytics for FM Decision-Making  
- Hospitality or Retail FM  
- Public Sector FM

Key Features of the Program:  
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios from industries like IT, healthcare, and manufacturing.  
- Software Training: Hands-on CAFM (e.g., IBM TRIRIGA), CMMS (e.g., Maximo), and BIM tools.  
- Industry Certifications: Prep for certifications like CFM (Certified Facility Manager), LEED GA, or PMP.  
- Leadership Focus: Managing cross-functional teams, stakeholder communication, and strategic FM leadership.