Fundamentals of Facility Management (3 Day Course)
2026-08-12 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Location: USI Campus, University Center East Room 2203 8600 University Boulevard Evansville, IN 47712
Fundamentals of Facility Management (3 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:

Apply the facility manager's role strategically to support organizational goals and customer satisfaction

Make informed operational decisions using data, metrics and modern facility management technologies

Improve efficiency and cost effectiveness by aligning resources, budgets and service delivery models

Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen safety, reliability and long-term facility performance

Session 1: Core Responsibilities of the Facility Manager

Safety, security & emergency readiness

Customer satisfaction

Team building & cross-department collaboration

Using data & business metrics

Start your Personal FM Action Plan

Session 2: Operational Efficiency

Process flow & floor plan optimization

Inventory control

Vendor & contract management

When to outsource

Budgeting & cost control

Capital project cost/benefit analysis

Session 3: Continuous Improvement

Corrective actions & contingency planning

Preventive & predictive maintenance

The expanding role of AI in facility management

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.
