Allied Member Education
Allied & Professional Members can obtain various certifications and designations through BOMI and BOMA International programs.
Property Partner Advisor (PPA)
The PPA™ demonstrates your commitment to not only the industry, but your client’s specific, individual needs. You’ll gain a full understanding of the diverse aspects of property management involved in analyzing a building in its entirety. The PPA™ program positions you for long-term success when working with your property professionals.
In the PPA™ program, you’ll learn how property managers enhance the value of the asset through proper and strategic decision-making. Components of this program include design, operation, and maintenance of an office building. You will become fully versed in budgeting and accounting for commercial real estate, risk management, and best practices in bidding. This program also covers reviewing and selecting contract providers, marketing and leasing the building, and operating the asset from an owner’s perspective through a comprehensive asset management component.
Facility Partner Advisor (FPA)
The FPA™ program ensures you’re a key strategic contributor with your clients. Learning about the day-in-the-life of a facilities manager, you’ll build an understanding of productive work environments, as well as how facility managers handle tenant issues such as daily operations, maintenance, comfort, and safety.
In the FPA™ program, you’ll learn how facility managers best support tenants and staff, while meeting the organization’s overall objectives. The program covers everything from planning and project management to environmental health and worker safety. In addition, you’ll gain the understanding of what information facility managers need to minimize maintenance costs and properly manage other timely issues.
Questions? Contact our Membership Services and Education Coordinator, Janie Shallow, at jshallow@houstonboma.org or by calling 713-266-5691.