Here to support you throughout your career
We’re the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management – the heart of the workplace and facilities community.
As a professional body, IWFM is here to champion, educate and lead our profession.
Membership means that you’re part of something bigger. Whatever stage you’re at, you’ll have access to the tools, training, support and industry recognition you need to grow your impact, unlock your potential, and build a career that matters. Now that you’re studying towards an IWFM qualification, you benefit from complimentary studying membership of IWFM for two years, or until you complete your qualification.
There’s no cost to your membership for the duration of your studies, and it makes you part of the UK’s biggest workplace and facilities management community.
Your IWFM Studying membership includes access to a huge range of benefits, tools and resource that will help you through your studies, as well as through your career – whether you’re just starting out in WFM, or you’re already some way into your professional journey.
Here’s what IWFM studying membership means
Resources
A Learners' Guide to the IWFM Qualifications
All you need to know about studying for a IWFM Qualification
Help with planning researching and referencing your answer
This student guidance note will help with planning, researching and referencing your a...
Career development
Access to the IWFM Mentoring programme
IWFM Mentoring is our one-to-one, personalised career support service which we provide as an inclusive benefit for members in professional grades and those with a complimentary studying membership as part of their IWFM qualification.
Once you register as a mentee, we will pair you with a mentor who has the knowledge, experience, and skills to help you learn, shape your career, and grow into the professional you want to be. Find out more.
Celebrating National Mentoring Day: The Power of Connection in workplace and FM
Today is National Mentoring Day – a chance to spotlight the value of mentoring and the...
Unlock your potential. Join the IWFM Mentoring programme today
Are you looking to grow your career, share your expertise, or gain fresh perspectives?...
Theory into practice: the power of mentoring in skills development
By identifying skills gaps and providing actionable solutions, training courses enable...
Preparing for an interview - Career guidance for studying members
Career resources for studying members
Cover Letter tips - Career guidance for studying members
Career resources for studying members
Common interview questions - Career guidance for studying members
Career resources for studying members
The STAR technique - Career guidance for studying members
Career resources for studying members
Studying member exclusive: making the most of IWFM membership benefits
Learn about how to make the most of IWFM membership benefits.
Unlocking the power of professional growth with mentoring
This webinar is designed to help you understand the value of mentoring and how it can ...
Your professional development pathway with IWFM
As you work towards your IWFM qualification, this is a valuable moment to reflect on your career direction - whether you're just starting out, changing paths, or building on existing experience.
Our Professional Development Advisors are here to support you throughout your studies and beyond. If you’d like to explore our Professional Development pathway in more detail, we’d love to hear from you. Book a free appointment here or contact [email protected].
Your pathway to recognition
As a studying member of IWFM, you're on a journey to professional recognition. Once you successfully complete your qualification, you may be entitled to use IWFM post-nominals — the letters after your name that reflect your membership grade and professional achievement.
These post-nominals aren’t just letters – they’re a mark of credibility, expertise, and commitment to the workplace and facilities management profession.
Why post-nominals matter
- Instant credibility: Showcase your qualifications and experience at a glance.
- Professional recognition: Signal your commitment to industry standards and continuous development.
- Trust and respect: Demonstrate your value to peers, clients, and employers.
- Career progression: Let your post-nominals evolve with your professional growth.
- Industry alignment: Reinforce your connection to sector standards and expectations.
IWFM membership gave me access to valuable resources, insights and a supportive network that helped me succeed. The learning went beyond the classroom — it was richer, more meaningful, and connected to a professional community.
Sarah Orpwood
National Facilities Manager
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Maritime Transport
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (FM) and IWFM Level 7
From first role to national leadership: How IWFM membership empowered Sarah Orpwood’s FM Journey
When Sarah Orpwood CIWFM began her qualification journey, she was stepping into her fi...
Haven’t started your qualification yet - or looking to take on another one?
Explore our range of recognised IWFM qualifications designed to support your career at every stage. Whether you're just beginning or ready to deepen your expertise, there's a pathway for you. Find out more