Course Summary
The BSc (Hons) Workplace and Facilities Management at Portobello Institute is designed for facilities management professionals who want to develop their expertise, enhance their impact within organisations and progress into more senior roles.
The programme combines facilities operations, workplace management, leadership, sustainability, risk management and digital innovation to prepare graduates for the evolving demands of the workplace and facilities management profession.
Students benefit from industry-focused learning that encourages them to apply theory, research and professional practice directly within their own organisations. Through work-based projects and reflective practice, they develop the skills required to lead change, improve workplace performance and support organisational success.
This programme provides an opportunity to complete an honours degree in 2 years through the advanced entry route for candidates who have prior professional qualifications or relevant experience. Speak to our career path consultant about entry routes onto this programme.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a
period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your
language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible
for this course.
Entry Requirements
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Career Progression
Graduates may pursue careers in areas including:
- Facilities Coordinator
- Facilities Manager
- Workplace Manager
- Contracts Manager
- Services Manager
- Maintenance Manager
- Engineering Supervisor
- Operations Manager
- Data Centre Operations
- Property and Asset Management
- Site Facilities Lead
- Site Director
These roles involve managing building systems, coordinating maintenance and service delivery, supporting workplace performance and ensuring facilities operate efficiently, safely and sustainably.
Further Research
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