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Level 9 Certificate

PGC Workplace and Facilities Management

PGC Workplace and Facilities Management
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Course Overview

This internationally recognised Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in Workplace and Facilities Management advances your qualifications, preparing you for senior roles in the field. 

Level Postgraduate Qualification Level 9 Certificate
Blended Learning
Duration 1 academic semester
Start date
1st Year Fees €4,270.00

Facilities Management is increasingly becoming a strategic element for organisations globally. This PGC in Workplace and Facilities Management develops critical and practical skills for the global market. Ideal for enhancing your existing qualifications and experience, this program builds on your undergraduate and workplace knowledge. 

Designed for graduates from diverse fields such as business, finance, and engineering, this PGC offers a flexible blended learning mode. Our virtual learning environment provides extensive resources, allowing you to study at your convenience. You can apply for Certified Level Membership of IWFM, adding CIWFM to your signature. 

This PGC in Workplace and Facilities Management, awarded by London Metropolitan University (London Met), is recognised as a level 9 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications. 

*CATS Credits Displayed. 2 CATS points = 1 ECTS point.

Fundamentals of Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance Sustainability Innovation 20 Credits
Strategic Operations Management in Facilities Management 20 Credits
Finance Procurement and Economics for Facilities Management 20 Credits

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,…...

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.

Everything needed to complete the course is available on Portobello Institute’s online learning platform ePortobello.

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.

Entry is by direct application to Portobello Institute.
Applicants seeking to enter using previous educational qualifications must hold one of the following qualifications: BSc (Hons) Workplace and Facilities Management, BIFM/IWFM Level 6, or other level 8 Degree holders with relevant experience in FM.
You may apply using experience gained in the workplace in place of prior educational qualifications if they meet the eligibility criteria.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 learner visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements.
  1. 1
    Complete the online application form.
  2. 2
    Your application will be reviewed by our enrolment team.
  3. 3
    Applicants will be contacted by Portobello Institute's enrolment team to confirm a place on the course or for more information.
Blended Learning

Course: €3,995 + Exam Body Reg. Fee: €275.00

€4,270.00 Year 1 total fee

Blended Learning

Option 1

33% deposit payment (€1,473.45), followed by 4 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 €195.

  • €747.89 due in month 1
  • €747.89 due in month 2
  • €747.89 due in month 3
  • €747.89 due in month 4

Who else has studied this course?

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Conor Roche – Progressing from an area role Key Account Manager in Ireland to EMEA Operations Lead with MSc in Facilities and Workplace Management
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Fiona Clugston – Facilities Specialist at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company Upskills at Portobello Institute
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Cian McNamara – BSc (Hons) in Workplace and Facilities Management ‘Without my degree, I would never have made it to a management position’

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Janice O’Toole


Education is a journey that we all begin and finish at different points in our lives. I support students from all walks of life as they map out the path to their dream career. As I am often the first point of contact for many prospective students, I am excited to introduce students to the Portobello Institute experience. I love learning about students’ ideas, goals, and passions, and this job allows me to do so.

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