Learning & Designations

Houston BOMA provides a range of educational opportunities designed to support every stage of your career in commercial real estate. From foundational courses to advanced designations, our programs help you build skills, stay competitive, and grow professionally.

About BOMI Designation Courses

Houston BOMA partners with BOMA International/BOMI to offer industry-recognized courses and designations for property managers, facility managers, and building engineers.

BOMI designations are a mark of professional excellence, backed by more than 40 years of education in commercial real estate. These programs are designed by industry experts to help professionals improve building performance, increase asset value, and operate facilities efficiently. Many courses also count toward maintaining credentials like LEED, CFM, CPM, and CCIM.

Available Designations

• Real Property Administrator (RPA)
  For professionals managing buildings or real estate portfolios, with a focus on systems, risk management, and financial performance
• Facilities Management Administrator (FMA)
  For those managing facilities from an owner or tenant perspective, focused on occupant comfort, productivity, and operations
• Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA)
  For those overseeing building systems and engineering teams to ensure efficiency and performance
• Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT)
  For professionals operating and maintaining HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems

Additional Learning Opportunities

In addition to BOMI courses, Houston BOMA offers a variety of educational programs to support your professional growth:

• Foundational courses for professionals new to the industry
• Seminars focused on building operations, safety, and emerging trends
• Webinars for convenient, ongoing professional development

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