Course Overview
The world of facilities and workplace management is changing rapidly – evolving far beyond buildings and operations into a strategic discipline driving sustainability, ESG, workplace experience, innovation, and smart technology. The BSc (Hons) in Workplace and Facilities Management has been designed for professionals working in facilities management, workplace operations, or related support services who want to future-proof their careers with a recognised, industry-focused degree.
Whether you’re already leading teams, coordinating essential services, or looking to step up into more strategic roles, this programme equips you with the academic knowledge, practical skills, and professional confidence to advance in a sector at the forefront of change.
Flexible learning for busy professionals
Delivered through blended learning, you’ll benefit from a combination of online study and live interactive webinars which are recorded so you can study around the demands of work and life. Multiple entry routes are available, recognising your prior learning and professional experience, so you can reduce both the time and cost of completing your degree. Enquire about our advanced entry options.
Career impact and professional recognition
Graduates of this programme gain a competitive edge in areas such as strategic facilities management, procurement and economics for FM, operations management, ESG, and workplace strategy. The degree is awarded by London Metropolitan University (London Met) and is equivalent to Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications.
On completion, you will also be eligible to apply for Certified Level Membership of IWFM, earning the professional designation CIWFM, and the programme is approved for Engineers Ireland CPD, reinforcing its relevance and industry recognition.
Take the next step toward shaping the future of workplaces and sustainable built environments with a degree that moves your career forward.
This course aims to:
- Develop knowledge, skills and competencies related to business and management environment in general and specifically to the operational and strategic aspects of Facilities Management.
- Develop digital and technological literacies and specialist technical skills.
- Develop the ability to apply research skills, critical thinking, and independent judgment in a work-based context.
- Develop innovation through practical intelligence and experimentation.
- Be able to locate practice within theoretical, societal and cultural context.
- Develop advanced communication skills, in a range of formats.
- Develop professional skills to facilitate employment in the ever-changing business and building management environment.
- Foster confidence and competence in using academic conventions and research tools appropriate to the business and Facilities Management disciplines to pursue study at a postgraduate level or further professional training.
- Promote collaboration, ethical and social engagement.
Learning Objectives
On completion of the course students are expected to be able to:
- Explain key theories and concepts at the forefront of their chosen academic discipline.
- Demonstrate awareness of local and global contexts for development of the Facilities Management sector.
- Use various problem solving and empowerment approaches, inquiry, analytics and research methods and creative strategies to inform decision-making.
- Evaluate operational and strategic aspects of Facilities Management to assess their impact on stakeholders and the achievement of business goals.
- Develop plans and formulate strategies that assess costs, benefits, risks, opportunities, and that address organisational goals and external trends.
- Communicate effectively in oral, written, digital and visual forms, appropriate to external and internal stakeholders.
- Apply leadership skills to work collaboratively with all stakeholders within multidisciplinary and diverse teams, valuing and respecting other people’s contributions.
- Promote sustainable practice with consideration for environmental, social, and financial issues.
- Demonstrate confidence, resilience, creativity, and self-effectiveness to take responsibility for their own learning and contribute to the learning of others.
- Demonstrate competence in academic and research skills to undertake post-graduate study or further study of a professional or equivalent nature.
Modules of study are listed below. *CATS Credits Displayed. 2 CATS (UK) points = 1 ECTS (EU) point.
Gerry Kelly
For over 40 years Gerry Kelly worked in both the private and public sectors.
During that time, he held the position of Chief Executive with a Semi State Organisation; Press Secretary to the Minister for Finance and Minister for Labour; Senior Director Roles in Public Relations, Human Resources, Facilities Management, Customer Service, Corporate and Social Responsibility and Emotional Intelligence in State and Semi State Bodies.
Prior to working in the public sector, he worked in the printing industry where he introduced the first computer setting facility to the Commercial Printing Sector in Ireland. He was also Ireland’s Graphic Designer of the Year.
Working with Portobello Institute for the past 7 years he is Programme Manager for the Facilities Management BSc and MSc Programmes. He also provides student support and mentoring on the Institutes IWFM Programmes along with lecturing on the Institutes CSR, Customer Relations, Strategic Management and Risk Management Programmes.
His main reason for working with Portobello Institute is to continue working with people on their personal and career development while sharing with them his world of work experiences.
Gerry has direct hands-on and tutoring experience of almost 20 years in the areas of Customer Service, Active Citizenship and Corporate and Social Responsibility and has studied Active Citizenship and Corporate and Social Responsibility at Northwestern University Chicago; Advanced Strategic Management and International Marketing at the International Management Development Institute, Geneva; Commerce at UCD and Senior Executive Development, Irish Management Institute.
Working with Multi-National Corporations in Ireland, the US and Europe he designed, developed, tutored and implemented over 100 Corporate and Social Responsibility, Customer Service, Education, Emotional Intelligence and Cross Border Programmes targeted at influencing and improving the work opportunities and lives of people living in the Inner Cities of Belfast and Dublin.
This online course has been specifically designed for delivery by online learning with live interactive webinar sessions.
It is suited to you if you have a busy work and home life and want to fit study around this.
Unpredictable work hours are the norm of the FM so we record webinar sessions for you to catch up later should you be unable to attend.
Spring Schedule 2026
The spring academic year of the blended learning delivery mode of this degree commences on 7th February 2026. A provisional course schedule for semester 1 is available here as an example. This is subject to change.
Responding to high industry demand, our BSc (Hons) in Facilities & Workplace Management cultivates a diverse skill set beyond specialist FM expertise. We foster creative thinking, problem-solving, and strategic acumen to empower your career growth.
Elevate Your Credentials – This industry-specific honours degree enhances your qualifications, knowledge, and experience, empowering career advancement and personal fulfilment.
Meet Global Demand – Facilities Management is integral across all sectors worldwide, from essential infrastructure to corporate offices and government facilities. Skilled FM professionals are indispensable in today’s global economy.
Expand Your Professional Circle – Engage with peers in dynamic webinars to exchange ideas and insights, forming lasting connections that enrich your learning experience and future career opportunities.
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1Complete the online application form.
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2Your application will be reviewed by our enrolment team.
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3Applicants will be contacted by Portobello Institute's enrolment team to confirm a place on the course or for more information.
Course: €5,495 + Exam Body Reg. Fee: €445.00
Option 1
33% deposit payment (€2,080.65), followed by 8 scheduled payments on the first of each month, commencing the 1st of the month after the start date of the course. Includes one off instalment fee of €365.
- €528.04 due in month 1
- €528.04 due in month 2
- €528.04 due in month 3
- €528.04 due in month 4
- €528.04 due in month 5
- €528.04 due in month 6
- €528.04 due in month 7
- €528.04 due in month 8
