MSc Facilities Management

Leeds Beckett University

COURSE OVERVIEW

Recognised by the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM), this course will develop your management skills so you can ensure the functionality, safety and efficiency of your work environment by integrating people, place, process and technology.

As part of your course, you'll:

Demonstrate skills in effective service provision and monitoring
Gain an understanding of business strategy, cost control, people management and property-related issues
Focus on maintaining your organisation’s core business activities and meeting legislative requirements
Develop your knowledge of health and safety, risk management and business continuity
Identify and evaluate appropriate decision-making strategies
Develop research capability and cognitive skills, enabling you to analyse and resolve problems in your profession
Evaluate complex issues associated with physical, technical, legal, economic and environmental factors affecting building and space performance

A number of assignments will involve practical work and case studies. These will provide opportunities to address situations and issues highly relevant to your workplace which you can then apply to meet your organisation's operational needs. You’ll find you approach your work with improved confidence.

Facilities management at Leeds Beckett has an excellent reputation within the profession and our students and graduates can be found in many leading organisations, both in the UK and overseas.

Distance Learning

This course is delivered online, so you can study anywhere in the world. Providing access to extensive learning resources and support materials, our Virtual Learning Environment will enable you to study at a time and place to suit you.

TEACHING & LEARNING

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.