Course Name

Introduction to Sustainable Facilities Management

Schedule

May 07, 2026 - May 15, 2026

Schedule via Zoom:
May 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026 
Thursdays & Fridays 
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Regular Rate:

Php 12,000

Early Eagle Rate:

Php 11,000

Valid Until:

April 23, 2026

Introduction to Sustainable Facilities Management

Description

Introduction to Sustainable Facilities Management, will equip facilities managers with a strategic blend of core principles, technical proficiencies, and leadership capabilities essential to navigating the evolving demands of the built environment. This course bridges foundational knowledge with advanced, real-world applications, empowering participants to drive operational efficiency, asset performance, and sustainable value creation within their organizations.

This course provides an in-depth examination of basic principles and prevailing industry methodologies in Facilities Management. Anchored on Ateneo’s leadership and sustainability framework, it is structured to deliver a strategic, systems-based perspective on the core competencies and emerging trends that shape high-performing, resilient, and sustainable facilities operations in today’s VUCA business environment.

This consists of four (4) modules: Fundamentals of Facilities Management; Smart and Sustainable Building Operations; Key Operational Drivers and Governance; and Sustainability and Leadership Mindset for Facilities Managers.

Who should attend

Junior level Facilities managers, Property managers, Office managers, Asset managers, Admin Services managers, Building managers/administrators, Village managers, and Corporate Real Estate managers.

Other Emerging Professionals, such as Subject Matter experts, Construction
managers, and Project managers.

After the course, the participants will be able to: 

  1. Discuss principles, concepts, frameworks, and fundamental learnings related to Facilities Management. 
  2. Analyze and understand issues, risks, operational crises, and stakeholder challenges applicable to Facilities Management. 
  3. Develop leadership capabilities and adopt sustainability practices in the daily operations. 

I. Fundamentals of Facilities Management (FM) 

  1. Introduction to Facilities Management (FM)

  2. 360° FM Professional 

  3. Strategic Communication  

  4. Stakeholder Engagement  

II. Smart and Sustainable Building Operations 

  1. FM Technical Scope 

  2. Building Systems and Equipment 

  3. Facility Maintenance Strategies 

III. Key Operational Drivers and Governance 

  1. Asset Management 

  2. Financial Planning  

  3. Vendor Management  

  4. Regulatory Compliance   

IV. Sustainability and Leadership Mindset for FM’s   

  1. The Green Office 

  2. NextGen FM Leader 

Mr. Jan Arvin S. Barcena has extensive experience in Corporate Real Estate, General Administration, and Facilities Management, with decades of leadership exposure across various industries, including the telecommunications and IT-BPO sectors.

He is currently a member of the Management Committee of Eastern Communications, where he serves as the Head of General Affairs and Administration. In this role, he provides sustainable and strategic oversight of facilities and engineering operations, security and safety, fleet management, travel services, property and lease management, asset management, and other related back-office administrative functions. He previously served as Country Administration Head for Trend Micro Inc. Philippines, a pioneering multinational cybersecurity firm, and as Global Facilities Director for Transcom Asia, where he led facilities operations and workspace strategies.

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, he is also a faculty member at the Ateneo de Manila University – John Gokongwei School of Management and a resource person at the Ateneo Graduate School of Business – Center for Continuing Education. His academic work focuses on Sustainability Management, Leadership Frameworks, and Internship Programs.

He holds a Master in Business Administration from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Santo Tomas. He also completed a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sustainability Management from De La Salle University – College of St. Benilde. He is a member of the Maxwell LeadershipÒ Philippines Founders Circle.

His work reflects a strong commitment to advancing holistic leadership that integrates sustainability into long-term, stakeholder-centric operations.

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