Connecting. Inspiring. Shaping the Future of FM.
Together we strengthen education, expand opportunities and build the next generation of FM professionals.
The EuroFM Education Group brings together students, lecturers, universities and professionals with a shared interest in Facility Management education. The group focuses on universities and their FM bachelor and master programmes, while also welcoming EuroFM members from outside academia who contribute to education, training and the future development of the FM profession.
Through international collaboration, personal connections and knowledge exchange, the Education Group helps students and educators become part of a wider European FM community. It creates opportunities to learn from each other, work across borders and connect education with research and business practice.
Building the next generation of FM professionals
The Education Group aims to inspire students and lecturers to actively participate in the EuroFM network, both online and in person. By encouraging exchange, teamwork and shared learning, the group supports young professionals in discovering the added value of an international FM platform.
Students gain insight into different approaches to Facility Management, experience international collaboration and build connections that can support their future careers. At the same time, EuroFM members benefit from the fresh perspectives, ideas and energy of the next generation.
The Education Group works towards a strong and sustainable education platform, built on open collaboration, mutual trust and shared goals.
Our role
The EuroFM Education Group supports the development of FM education in Europe by:
- Facilitating an active European education network that connects FM education, research and business
- Supporting educational institutions in developing FM curricula and standards
- Encouraging student exchange between EuroFM member universities
- Stimulating knowledge sharing and staff exchange among lecturers and institutions
- Strengthening internships and connections with the FM business community
- Creating opportunities for students to grow from bachelor level to master level and towards research roles
Activities and opportunities
Throughout the year, the Education Group supports a range of activities that help students, lecturers and universities connect, collaborate and grow.
Summer, Autumn and Winter Schools
EuroFM member universities host one-week international projects where students and lecturers work together on relevant and current FM topics. These schools offer a valuable opportunity to collaborate across borders, exchange knowledge and contribute insights that can also support the EuroFM Research Group. Read more about this!
EuroFM Student Competition
Students are invited to take part in a student competition where they present the results of an internship, thesis or project. The competition gives students a platform to share their work with the international FM community during the EuroFM Conference and World Workplace Europe.
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP)
BIP and COIL projects brings together students and staff from EuroFM member universities through digital collaboration. Over a period of six to twelve weeks, participants work in international teams on shared FM-related assignments, developing both professional and intercultural skills.
Student and staff exchange
Students can study at FM programmes at other EuroFM member universities for 15 to 30 credits. Lecturers and staff members can also take part in exchanges, for example by teaching as guest lecturers within different FM programmes across the network.
Internship opportunities
The EuroFM network helps create opportunities for students to find internship placements in the international FM market. The Education Group also explores ways to further professionalise internships and develop a stronger EuroFM internship programme.
Evidence-based research
Bachelor FM students can contribute to research projects that add value to the EuroFM network and its members. These projects help connect education, research and practice, while giving students valuable experience in applied research.
For students
The Education Group offers students opportunities to expand their network, work internationally and gain experience beyond their own university. Whether through competitions, exchanges, internships, COIL projects or Summer and Winter Schools, students can actively participate in the wider European FM community.
Future initiatives also include the development of a EuroFM alumni community, where former participants of Summer Schools, Winter Schools and student competitions can continue to exchange knowledge, experience and opportunities.
For universities
EuroFM member universities with FM bachelor and master programmes play an important role in the Education Group. The group supports collaboration between institutions and aims to make FM study programmes across the network more visible.
Current and future ambitions include:
- Creating an inventory of FM curricula within EuroFM member universities
- Developing internship programmes within the EuroFM university network
- Exploring a EuroFM Honours or Excellence Programme for highly motivated and skilled students
- Strengthening cooperation between education, research and business
For lecturers
Lecturers from EuroFM member universities can benefit from international collaboration, staff exchange and joint educational projects. They can take part in COIL projects, teach as guest lecturers, contribute to Summer and Winter Schools and share knowledge with colleagues across Europe.
By working together, lecturers help strengthen the quality and visibility of FM education and contribute to the development of the profession.
Join the Education Group
The EuroFM Education Group is open to students, lecturers, universities and EuroFM members who want to contribute to the future of Facility Management education. Together, we connect young talent, educators, researchers and professionals, creating a strong international platform for learning, collaboration and growth.
For more information, please contact:
Pleun van Deurssen
EuroFM Education Chair
pleun@eurofm.org