Buffalo BOMA launches 2010 Education Program

Greater Buffalo Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) has launched its 2010 Education Program. There is something for everyone. The schedule includes courses for seasoned real estate professionals, entry-level employees, and specialists who provide supplies and services in the commercial real estate industry. The designation programs include the Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) and Real Property Administrator (RPA) Designations offered through Building Owners and Managers Institute International (BOMI). A BOMI International designation is recognized as a mark of distinction across the commercial property and facility industries. In addition, Buffalo BOMA is also offering two Foundations of Real Estate Management programs. There is a demand for practical, core commercial real estate management education for entry-level and up-and-coming property professionals. Foundations of Real Estate Management is a comprehensive introduction to commercial real estate. The program covers topics in the areas of administration and management, building systems and operations, accounting and reporting, and contract administration. The course is ideal for all property management professionals with less than five years experience, such as junior and assistant property managers and administrative personnel. Building engineers and supplier members can also benefit from the course and gain a better understanding of real estate management functions and issues. The course seamlessly integrates the broad range of topics that are essential for all property managers. For this reason, seasoned real estate professionals have also found the program to be a helpful refresher. Greater Buffalo BOMA's Education Program schedule and costs are as follows: RPA/FMA Designation Programs * The Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Building Systems, Part I. Date: Thursdays - January 7, 2010 thru February 11, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware Ave., 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $850 members, $950 non-members. * The Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Building Systems, Part II. Date: Thursdays - March 11, 2010 thru April 15, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room.Cost is $850 members, $950 non-members. * Real Estate Investment & Finance. Date: Thursdays - May 6, 2010 thru June 10, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $850 members, $950 non-members. * Ethics is Good Business - One Day. Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010. Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $400 members and $500 for non-members. * Environmental Health and Safety Issues - ACCELERATED. Date: Thursday thru Sunday, July 15, 2010 to July 18, 2010. Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $900 members and $1,000 for non-members. * Budgeting and Accounting (RPA). Date: Thursdays - September 16, 2010 thru October 21, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $850 members, $950 non-members. * Technologies for Facilities Management (FMA). Date: Tuesdays - September 14, 2010 thru October 19, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $850 members and $950 non-members. * Asset Management - ACCELERATED. Date: Thursday thru Sunday, November 4, 2010 to November 7, 2010. Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: 560 Delaware, 3rd Fl. Training Room. Cost is $900 members and $1,000 non-members. The RPA and FMA designations are offered through BOMI International. For more information visit www.bomi.org. Foundations of Real Estate Management * Foundations of Real Estate Management. Date: Wednesdays - January 6, 2010 thru February 10, 2010. Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: Ellicott Sq., 295 Main St., 2nd Fl. Conference Room. Cost is $550 members and $650 non-members * Foundations of Real Estate Management. Date: Wednesdays - September 15, 2010 thru October 20, 2010 .Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: Ellicott Sq., 295 Main St., 2nd Fl. Conference Room. Cost is $550 members and $650 non-members The Foundations of Real Estate Management certification is offered through BOMA International. For more information visit www.boma.org.