The baccalaureate program in facilities management is an upper division specialization for graduates of associate degree programs in architectural technology and related curricula. The BS program is focused on the design, construction and management of the building environment.
Facilities management is a significant function within a corporate structure.
As defined by the International Facility Management Association, it is . . . The bachelors degree in facilities management has been developed to meet this spec- ification. A core of general education, business studies, building technology and facilities coursework provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and abilities for employment in the growing field of corporate facility management, as well as with consulting and service firms. The FSU degree is one of only four programs in North America currently awarded recognition by the International Facilities Management Association for meeting the highest standard in facilities management education. A student may be admitted to the program after completing an associate degree in architectural technology at FSU or a similar program at a regionally accredited institution.