Course Schedule
About Course
Course Structure
Entry Requirements
Financial Matters
Course Schedule
- Registration Period 26 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
- Course Date 20 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2026
- Venue NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC
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Schedule Info
Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule / cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.
Class Days: Every Mon, Tue & Thu (3 weekdays per week)
Time: 6.00pm to 10.00pm
Delivery Mode: Classroom, Synchronous eLearning and Asynchronous eLearning
Time: 6.00pm to 10.00pm
Delivery Mode: Classroom, Synchronous eLearning and Asynchronous eLearning
About Course
Course Objectives
This 1 year course aims to support the the Facilities Management (FM) industry by equipping FM executives and managers with advanced FM knowledge and skills to undertake leadership roles and help organisations implement the necessary changes to achieve sustainable goals. It also aims to provide a collaborative and interactive learning platform for experienced professionals and young graduates to share insights and grow together.Course Description
The Specialist Diploma in Sustainable Facilities Management is specially curated for seasoned industry professional and young aspiring built-environment courses graduates who wish to further equip themselves with knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage facilities with sustainability in mind.This is a 1 year Specialist Diploma programme covering two skill-based modular certificates over two semesters. The modules consist of
1. Applied Property Management (45 hrs)
2. Building Services Management (45 hrs)
3. Fire Safety Management (45 hrs)
4. Green Building & Energy Management (60 hrs)
5. Workplace Health & Risk Management (45 hrs)
6. Sustainable Facilities Management (60 hrs)
Accredited Training Institute for Fire Safety Manager Course
Ngee Ann Polytechnic is one of the accredited training institutes for Fire Safety Manager (FSM) Course.Graduates from the 1 year Specialist Diploma in Sustainable Facilities Management who pass the Fire Safety Management module tests and project will be awarded an FSM certificate which can be used to register with Singapore Civil Defence Force to be a Fire Safety Manger.
Trainer Profiles
Our trainers are industry experts and seasoned academia with extensive experience in sustainable facilities management:Chan Chien Hong
- Chan Chien Hong is a seasoned Senior Lecturer at Ngee Ann Polytechnic and the course leader of Specialist Diploma in Sustainable Facilities Management.
- Chien Hong is a highly accomplished professional with a robust educational background and extensive expertise in engineering, business administration, and industry-specific certifications. With a Master degree in Fire Safety Engineering from University of Western Sydney and a Master of Business Administration from Nanyang Business School, coupled with a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering from National University of Singapore, Chien Hong brings a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic business insight to the course.
- Chien Hong has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities that leverage his engineering and business skills. His experience spans across industries, including defense facilities management, engineering construction and consultancy, teaching and school management.
- As a firm believer of lifelong learning, he has been active in acquiring the latest industry knowledge in adult learning, fire safety engineering, Green Building technologies, workplace safety & health, leading to industry certification such as ACTA, Green Mark Accredited Professional, bizSAFE.
- He is also dedicated to developing comprehensive learning materials and delivering lectures for both full-time and part-time diploma programs on various Building Services and Facilities Management topics, including ACMV, Fire Protection, Water, Sanitary and Gas, Green Building and Smart FM Technologies, Water Efficiency Management.
Andrew Ng Jui Sing
- Andrew Ng Jui Sing graduated from the Newcastle University with a Bachelor in Civil & Environmental Engineering and Master of Science in Environment Engineering from NTU. He also holds the WDA Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment.
- Andrew has been a full-time lecturer with the Polytechnic since 2009 at the School of Design & Environment. He has taught in various fields in WSH, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Health Management and Project Management. He is involved in work related to in-house safety training and WSH audits in the school. In terms of continuing education for adult learners, he specialises in WSH training courses at the CET Academy in NP. He was the former course coordinator cum trainer in the Specialist Diploma in WSH.
- Andrew is also an active EHSQ Management System Auditor since 2000 and has been supporting various industries ranging from Aerospace, Building & Construction, Chemical, Electronics, Food, Healthcare, Logistics, Manufacturing, Marine, Petrochemical, and Waste industries, both local and overseas.
Course Structure
Specialist Diploma in Sustainable Facilities Management
TPG Course Reference No: TGS-2025055656
Post-Diploma Certificate in Facilities Management (PDC1)
TPG Course Reference No: TGS-2025055657
This certificate equips learners with the essential skills to perform property management roles. It also covers the operation and maintenance requirements of all essential facilities engineering systems to support sustainability in the built environment. The fire safety management module provides students with the essential skills and knowledge to prepare and implement emergency response plan.
| Module | Synopsis |
| Applied Property Management (APM) | In this module, students will learn property management skills including management and maintenance of properties, general accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, arrears management, tenancy agreements, contracts management, tendering & procurement process and, interpersonal & communication skills. The concept of strata titles, management of strata-titled properties with reference to Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSMA) will also be covered. |
| Building Services Management (BSM) | This module covers the management and operation of all the engineering systems that are installed in the built environment. This will include the management and operation of the air-conditioning, lighting, elevator, security surveillance, electrical and water supply systems, with emphasis in environmental sustainability and optimizing cost-effectiveness. |
| Fire Safety Management (FSM) | This module provides students with knowledge and skills to perform the roles of a Fire Safety Manager (FSM). Students will be given an understanding of the legislative framework pertaining to the Fire Safety Act, preparation of Emergency Response Plan, Arson Prevention Plan, In- place Protection Plan, setting up of the Company Emergency Response Team, conduct of fire drills and table-top exercises, submission of building plans for approval, dealing with hazardous fire materials, building inspection and testing for fire safety. This module will also provide students with sound technical knowledge of the active and passive fire protection measures in buildings, supervisory management and problem-solving skills to face the many challenges of a fire safety professional in the operation, maintenance and management of fire protection systems in buildings. Students are eligible to register with Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) as a Fire Safety Manager upon completion of the specialist diploma and passing the FSM test and project. |
Post-Diploma Certificate in Built Environment Management (PDC2)
TPG Course Reference No: TGS-2025055661
This certificate equips learners with the latest national policy and industry practices in sustainable facilities management and adoption of smart facilities management technologies. It also equips students with the skills and knowledge to be effective in the management of green buildings and conducting energy audits. Learners will also be taught skills to perform workplace safety and health risk management.
| Module | Synopsis |
| Green Building and Energy Management (GBEM) | In this module, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills in green building management and energy management, apply knowledge of landscape management in the development of green buildings. This includes study of Green Mark Scheme and its assessment process. The syllabus matches the requirement of Green Mark Associates qualification. Students will also acquire the necessary skills to analyse energy consumption pattern and perform energy audit. |
| Workplace Health & Risk Management (WSH) | This module focuses on workplace safety, hazards and risk management for different organizations and physical environment. Participants will learn to apply appropriate risk assessment and management techniques and hazard control measures. |
| Sustainable Facilities Management (SFM) | This module emphasises the role of facilities management (FM) practitioners in the upstream design processes to optimise building design for more efficient and cost-effective operation and maintenance activities. All major FM concepts and applications related to Sustainable Facilities Management, Life Cycle Costing, Integrated Digital Delivery (IDD), Design for Maintainability (DfM), Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), Smart Facilities Management, Total Facilities Management and Outcome-based Facilities Management Contract will be covered. |
Course Structure
TPG course reference No.
TGS-2025055656,TGS-2025055661,TGS-2025055657
Fire Safety Manager Accredited Training Institution (ATI) Certificate
Fire Safety Manager Accredited Training Institution (ATI) Certificate
This will include the management and operation of the air-conditioning, lighting, elevator, electrical and water supply systems with emphasis in environmental sustainability and optimizing cost-effectiveness.
Specialist Diploma in Sustainable Facilities Management
Post-Diploma Certificate in Built Environment Management
Post-Diploma Certificate in Facilities Management
This will include the management and operation of the air-conditioning, lighting, elevator, electrical and water supply systems with emphasis in environmental sustainability and optimizing cost-effectiveness.
Entry Requirements
Condition 1
Highest qualification
A local Polytechnic Diploma related to the following areas:
- Hotel, Leisure & Integrated Facilities Management, Real Estate Business
- Green Building Management, Clean Energy Management, Water & Environment Management
- Recognized Engineering-related field (such as Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering)
or
Condition 2
Highest qualification
University Degree related to the following areas:
- Hotel, Leisure & Integrated Facilities Management, Real Estate Business
- Green Building Management, Clean Energy Management, Water & Environment Management
- Recognized Engineering-related field (such as Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering)
Financial matters
Course fees payable (incl. GST & excl. supplementary fee)
| Description | Post-Diploma Certificate in Facilities Management | Post-Diploma Certificate in Built Environment Management | Total course fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Course fee | $5,194.40 | $6,348.71 | $11,543.11 |
| PR Sponsored by SME | $382.46 | $467.45 | $849.91 |
| Singapore Citizen Sponsored by SME | $382.46 | $467.45 | $849.91 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged 40 & Above | $382.46 | $467.45 | $849.91 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged Below 40 | $544.46 | $665.45 | $1,209.91 |
| Singapore PR | $1,500.93 | $1,834.47 | $3,335.40 |
| Long-Term Visit Pass Plus | $5,194.40 | $6,348.71 | $11,543.11 |
GST rate
The course fees payable above are inclusive of 9% GST rate.
Payment option
The first payment needs to be made after accepting the offer.
Allowed payment by
The course fee allows to be paid by:
Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form);
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).
Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form);
SkillsFuture Credits (SFC);
Credit card (e-payment);
Debit card (e-payment);
PayNow (e-payment).
Nett Supplementary Fees Payable
- GPA Insurance Fee S$2.11,subject to GST,fees payable S$2.30 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)
- Other Fees S$7.43,subject to GST,fees payable S$8.10 Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Adhoc withdrawal form); Allow payment by Post-Secondary Education Account (Standing order form)
Refund and withdrawal policy
- Please note that a 100% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted more than or equal to 14 days before the course start date.
- Please note that a 50% refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted less than 14 days before the course start date.
- Please note that no refund will be available if the withdrawal request is submitted on or after the course start date.