IAFE IFM Management Grad Track
The IAFE Institute of Fair Management (IFM) Certification Tracks
are specialized, continuing education programming for IFM graduates. This senior level coursework is presented
through varying methods of instruction CyberSeminar, Instructor-led, Case Study
and Service-Learning Projects.
Upon completion, the enrollee will become “certified” in the
respective track completion. They will receive a certificate of accomplishment
valid for five years. Every five years a
minimum of three approved continuing education courses are required to maintain
“Certified Status.” Individual will then
be re-certified for an additional five years receiving an updated certificate.
Continuing education courses are offered through the IAFE at the annual conventions,
management conferences, zone meetings and other IAFE events.
IAFE IFM
CERTIFICATION TRACKS
1.
MANAGEMENT (2021)
2.
ENTERTAINMENT AND PROGRAMMING (2021)
3.
MARKETING AND PROMOTIONS (2022)
4.
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT (2022)
5.
LEADERSHIP (2023)
6.
SPONSORSHIP AND FUNDRAISING (2023)
IFM graduates may
enroll in one track per year. Tracks will be offered every three years.
Completion of all six tracks is not required.
Once you complete a track, you will be certified within that track. However, all six tracks may be completed if
an individual should choose to do so.
INVESTMENT: The
investment for each track is $649
(USD). This includes all coursework,
required program CyberSeminars and registration to the IFM Summit, where the
enrollees will present their case study findings. This does not include travel
and registration expenses for the Annual Convention or travel related expenses
to the IFM Summit.
MANAGEMENT TRACK
(2021)
Upper level course work that links industry operations, management,
and other business functions such as finance, accounting, and human
resources.
Coursework includes:
#201 Today’s Challenges of Supervision: (CyberSeminar)
An integrated approach involving a variety of issues confronting
supervisors and provides practical solutions within a diversified
workplace. Explores how supervisors
relate to employees, other supervisors, upper-management, board of directors
and volunteers.
#202 Organizational Behavior: (CyberSeminar) Review the impacts that individual group and organizational structures have on behavior in the workplace. Bridging the Generational Gap: (CyberSeminar) Diversity, by definition, is a word used to describe differences, and is multifaceted. With five generations currently working in the 21st century workplace, age is another dimension of difference that must be considered when trying to work together harmoniously. How does a senior leader connect with a colleague who is just entering the workplace? How does a younger leader communicate with an older direct report? Is it possible to have a high performing team with diversity on so many dimensions? This session will explore ways that leaders can help keep team members of all ages engaged and focused on the organizational purpose, mission, and vision.
#203 Laws That Guide Today’s
Issues: (CyberSeminar) Explore
the first amendment; learn how to control your event and its attendees with
consistent application of theming and programming rules. Review livestock/animal litigation arising
from fitting and ethics rules violations and learn how to develop and implement
a plan to minimize exposure.
#204 Bridging the
Generational Gap: (CyberSeminar) Diversity,
by definition, is a word used to describe differences, and is
multifaceted. With five generations currently working in the 21st century
workplace, age is another dimension of difference that must be considered when
trying to work together harmoniously. How does a senior leader connect
with a colleague who is just entering the workplace? How does a younger
leader communicate with an older direct report? Is it possible to have a
high performing team with diversity on so many dimensions? This session
will explore ways that leaders can help keep team members of all ages engaged
and focused on the organizational purpose, mission, and vision.
#205 The Untold Stories Behind Effective Lobbying: (CyberSeminar)
Effective lobbying is an ongoing process, not for one that discourages
easily. This presentation will be above and beyond the nuts and bolts
of the basic lobbying practices but instead provide a philosophical overview of
working with the legislature and the many personalities and pitfalls you may
experience.
#206 Activist
Response Planning: (CyberSeminar) Identify
your local statutes, potential risks and develop a plan of action for activist
activity on your grounds and attacks through social media.
#207 Contracts/Request
for Proposal & Request for Qualifications/ Contract Administration: (Presenter-led) In depth course that looks at the
steps necessary for a successful negotiation, from RFP’s to administering the
contract. Contents include negotiation
preparation, setting targets, roles of team members, setting strategy,
conducting negotiations, and documenting the final agreement. Upon completion, the
enrollee will be able to prepare for, secure and administer contracts.
Service-Learning
Project: An integrated activity that connects the concepts and principles
of this track to real-life application through volunteerism. Each participant will gain practical
experience while focusing on management/operation activities. Minimum eight volunteer hours. To be approved by your mentor.
Case Study: Enrollees
will be assigned an active case study related to Management/Operations from a
member fair. The group will evaluate the case through provided guidelines,
actively engage with the event, and provide their final recommendation with a
presentation to the IAFE Education Advisory Board at IFM Summit. Each group will be provided an industry
mentor to aid the group in their case study efforts.
Testing: In order to complete the track
certification, enrollees are required to successfully pass a final exam,
administered on-line. Passing score is
considered 90 percent or greater. Enrollee will be provided multiple opportunities
to achieve a passing score.
Re-Certification: Upon
completion, the enrollee will become “certified” in the respective track
completed. Every five years a minimum of
three approved continuing education courses are required to maintain “Certified
Status.” Continuing education courses
are offered, through the IAFE, at the annual conventions, management
conferences, zone meetings and other IAFE events.
Service-Learning
Project: An integrated activity that connects the concepts and principles
of this track to real-life application through volunteerism. Each participant will gain practical
experience while focusing on Entertainment and Programming activities. Minimum eight volunteer hours. To be approved by your mentor.
Case Study: Track
enrollees will be assigned an active case study related to
Entertainment/Programming from a member fair. The group will evaluate the case
through provided guidelines, actively engage with the event, and provide their
final recommendation with a presentation to the IAFE Education Advisory Board
at IFM Summit. Each group will be
provided an industry mentor to aid the group in their case study efforts.
Testing: In order to complete the track
certification, enrollees are required to successfully pass a final exam,
administered on-line. Passing score is
considered 90 percent or greater. Enrollee will be provided multiple
opportunities to achieve a passing score.
Re-Certification: Upon
completion, the enrollee will become “certified” in the respective track
completed. Every five years a minimum of
three approved continuing education courses are required to maintain “Certified
Status.” Continuing education courses
are offered, through the IAFE, at the annual conventions, management
conferences, zone meetings and other IAFE events.
**Coursework subject
to change, courses available ONLY to those enrolled in the corresponding IFM
certification track.
2021Track Registration
Closes January 15, 2021
REGISTER HERE:
For additional information or contact Lori
Hart, CFE – Director of Education and Member Services lhart@fairsandexpos.com
