2026
Membership Pricing Guide
Join the largest FM community in the world.
IFMA Membership
advances the collective knowledge, value and growth so facility management professionals can perform at the highest level. Join a network of facility management professionals whose expertise and insights will help bolster your career while benefiting the wider built environment. View IFMA’s membership benefits. Core benefits of your membership
CAREER
Achieve your goals, find better solutions, keep pace with the industry and add value faster
TRAINING
Get industry-leading certifications and training to show your employer you’re committed to your career
RESOURCES
Jump ahead of the competition with access to open positions and skillbuilding content from experts
NETWORKING
Gain a community of life-long friends who help solidify that you belong in the built environment
LEADERSHIP
Stand out as a leader in your industry, shape the future of FM and establish your legacy
MEMBERS in over 140 countries
SQUAR E FEET managed by members
SALARY INCREASE for IFMA Certified Professionals
CHAPTERS around the world
IFMA to help you grow
Membership Details
To get the most out of your membership, first-year professional, associate, young professional and student members are required to join a networking group (local chapter, council or community). After the first year of membership, local chapter, council or community membership is optional. You may join one or more groups.
Membership Types
FM Professional
Facility practitioners and educators whose primary responsibilities are to provide, oversee or teach one (or more) facility management competency.
Associate
Individuals whose primary responsibilities include: business development; sales and/or marketing as a consultant; representation of a manufacturer, vendor, dealer or distributor; and/or provider of facility-related products and services.
Young Professional
Individuals who are 35 years of age or younger.
Student
Facility practitioners and educators whose primary responsibilities are to provide, oversee or teach one (or more) facility management competency.
Discovery
Individuals new to the profession or those who do not primarily work in FM. Have access to limited benefits. New members only.
Retired
Members in good standing upon their permanent retirement from full-time facility management practice, business development, sales and/or marketing.
Local Chapters
Engage and connect with local facility management professionals.
Industry Councils
The 16 councils support the specialized interests and job responsibilities of facility management professionals within specific industries.
Communities
The seven communities of practice are based on common interests and goals in specific FM competency areas.
Updated February 2026