Founded in 1970, Building Owners & Managers Institute (BOMI) is known for its industry-standard designations – the Real Property Administrator (RPA ® ), Facilities Management Administrator (FMA ®) , Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA ®) and Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT ®).
As the trusted property and facilities educational resource of choice for today’s top corporations, government agencies, property management firms, unions, and trade associations, BOMI works across industry sectors to improve the skills of property and facility management professionals. More than 30,000 professionals hold one -- or more -- BOMI designations, and nearly 10,000 students register for individual courses each year.
BOMI’s Mission is To be the premier international provider of educational products and services to the property and facility management industries.
BOMI International’s RPA ® designation program serves the educational needs of both third-party property managers and corporate property managers. By familiarizing you with the many aspects of operating a commercial building, the RPA ® designation program helps you integrate these issues into the broader task of property management. You'll gain the insight and knowledge necessary to analyze a building in its entirety: building systems design, operation, and maintenance; commercial real estate law; investment and finance; risk management and insurance; leasing and marketing; asset management; environmental health and safety; and more. The RPA ® program teaches you to maximize a building’s net income while minimizing risks, thereby enhancing your standing in the industry and positioning you for long-term success. | 
