ProCert AMP

Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning

Fast‑track your career and master asset management planning with our Pro Cert in Asset management Planning.

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  • Overview
  • Modules
  • Format
  • Outcomes
  • Resources
  • Case Study
  • Mentors
  • FAQs
  • T&Cs

About this Course

The Professional Certificate is recognised as a global standard in Asset Management training. It provides hands-on experience using your own data, where participants draft an Asset Management plan as part of completing the course. We provide a compelling case for employers to support your enrolment and a course designed to support your career in Asset Management.

This course has recently been refreshed to reference the updated ISO55000 series international standards for Asset Management with the release of revised versions of ISO55000 - Vocabulary, overview and principles, 55001 - Asset management system — Requirements & TS 55010 - Guidance on the alignment of financial and nonfinancial functions in asset management.

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Delivery

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50 - 60 hours

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Duration
10 Weeks

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Member: $2,900* | Others: $3,100*

*Ex GST

Group Discounts Available i

Group discounts are available to organisations who register:

  • 3-5 people (15% discount)
  • 6+ people (20% discount)

*Need to be registered at the same time and from the same organisation.

Please email full participant details of group (name, position, email, contact details, phone) to: admin@ipwea.org

Course Objectives

  • Master the key concepts of asset management planning
  • Learn how to compare asset lifecycle costs and planned budgets
  • Communicate the consequences, related to levels of service and risk, associated with a planned budget or long- term financial plan
  • Explain the role of the asset management plan related to integrated planning, including long term financial plans, climate adaptation plans and strategic plans
  • Apply the IPWEA NAMS+ asset management tools and templates

Who Should Enrol

This course is for professionals managing public infrastructure assets such as transport, water, sewerage, parks, community facilities, and buildings, and is ideal for those seeking career advancement in this evolving field, including:

Asset Managers

Accountants / Finance Staff

Technical Officers

Administrative Staff

Community Planners

IT Staff

 

Course Modules

Learn by doing with this 7-module online course which provides a practical, engaging and interactive learning experience designed to increase your asset management skills, giving you the opportunity to build deep-founded knowledge in Asset Management planning.

Presented by some of the profession’s leading mentors, this course can benefit organisations of all sizes from beginners to experienced practitioners. Based on the industry bible, the IIMM (International Infrastructure Management Manual) and consistent with ISO Standards, develop deep capability and fast-track your career progression.

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September 2025 Semester
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Australasia		 Live Q&A
Australasia 10AM (AEDT)
Module 1 - Asset Management Concepts 25 Aug -
Module 2 - Risk Management 01 Sep 03 Sep
Module 3A - Lifecycle Costs 08 Sep 10 Sep
Module 3B - Lifecycle Costs 15 Sep 17 Sep
Module 4 - Levels of Service 22 Sep 24 Sep
Module 5 - Credibility of Model Results 29 Sep 01 Oct
Module 6 - Demand Management 06 Oct 08 Oct
Module 7 - Credible Asset Management Plans 13 Oct 15 Oct
 

Final assignment due date: Monday, 3 Nov 2025 

 

Course Delivery

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Online Program

This is a 100% online program, which gives you the flexibility to adapt your training to your professional and personal needs. You will be guided throughout the program by a personal learning mentor who will help you with activities.

IPWEA uses the latest in platform Cahoot. Cahoot is a highly dynamic and innovative online educational environment that delivers world class learning experiences and outcomes to participants from around the world. In collaboration with inspirational global educators and organisations across the world, Cahoot delivers truly engaging and meaningful educational experiences.

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Learning by Doing

Innovation requires action. That’s why this course will help you put into practice everything that you will learn. And you won’t just learn from video lectures – you will also get to participate in an engaging and collaborative classroom environment.

 

Course Format

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What You'll Study

Each of the modules requires you to work through the online materials each week, comprising assessment activities and reading excerpts from the International Standards and IIMM publications.

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QnA Session

You can also attend an (optional) 45-minute * online session held each Thursday, where key concepts will be covered, and you’ll have the opportunity for Q&A with our IPWEA subject matter experts.

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Assessments

After each of the modules, you will be asked to complete a short assessment task designed to consolidate your learning.

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Session Recordings

The live webinars will be recorded for those who are unable to attend.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded an IPWEA Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning and develop a draft Asset Management Plan with an Improvement Plan for one asset class.

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CPD Points

On average, each module will take approximately 2-3 hours to complete the mandatory learning activities. Additionally, you will be required to complete your final assignment, a draft Asset Management Plan incorporating an Improvement Plan. Your final assignment may take 20-30 hours to complete, depending upon the size and readiness of your asset management information.

An optional 45 minute live Q&A session is scheduled each module, providing an opportunity for you to ask questions and discuss key concepts of asset management with a mentor.

Total estimated 50 – 60 hours (depending on available data & previous experience).
Eligible for CPD by Engineers Australia (EA) in accordance with EA Guidelines.

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Showcase your IPWEA Education Pathway achievements with a Digital Badge.

IPWEA has partnered with Credly to provide a convenient way for you to showcase your professional accomplishments. Upon course completion, you will now receive a ‘digital badge’ to recognise your achievements. A digital badge is easily shared online, data rich and verified. It is the ideal way to showcase your achievement.

IPWEA Digital Badges recognise the knowledge and skill gained via our courses in a way that is shareable with your network. We’ll be introducing the following badges for our four current pathway courses.

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Learning Outcomes

In this course, participants will gain the skills to articulate the benefits of an asset management (AM) plan and effectively communicate service and risk consequences to stakeholders. They will learn how to document both customer and technical levels of service, as well as develop a comprehensive risk register and risk management plan. A key focus will be on interpreting asset management figures, graphs, and reports, enabling participants to make informed decisions based on data insights.

Participants will also be guided through the practical aspects of asset management, including choosing appropriate data for renewal planning methods and learning how to collate, upload, edit, and report on AM data. They will develop demand management strategies, set priorities for capital works, and prepare a draft asset management plan. Furthermore, they will learn how to connect AM plan expenditure projections to a long-term financial plan and identify key areas for improvement within the plan, ensuring it remains robust and forward-looking.

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NAMS+

Complimentary trial subscription to IPWEA's NAMS+ tools, templates & other resources are provided solely for the purpose and time whilst undertaking the course (where not already a subscriber). Some functions are disabled in the trial subscription. A full subscription is required for non-course or other purposes.

See Terms & Conditions in FAQs for more detail.

Upgrade Option: Purchase of 12-month NAMS+ full subscription is available. This provides the subscriber with full access to additional NAMS+ portal resources, non-course use, etc.

More information on:

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IIMM

The 6th Edition of the globally acclaimed, International Infrastructure Management Manual (IIMM) has been driven largely by the updates to the ISO 55000 Asset Management Standards. Recognising that the ISO Standards are very much the “What to do”, the IIMM provides the “How to do it” in terms of applying the standards for infrastructure asset management. The Manual provides valuable learnings for those who have a vital stewardship role in managing the investment in infrastructure on behalf of their community, customers or investors.

Receive 20% discount off IIMM eBook, when you register for the course.

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Case Study: Building Capacity in Asset Management

4000 professionals around the world are now alumni of the Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning, and according to participants capability assessments the course is having a significant impact in lifting the capability of Asset Management Professionals.

An aggregation of post course surveys over the past 2 years has yielded some amazing results:

  • Overall there is an uplift of 67% across 12 capability areas, with average capability moving from Advanced Beginner to Proficient
  • 90% of participants said they are applying the learning in their workplace immediately
  • 88% of participants said they had learned from their peers
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Director Strategic Asset Management, IPWEA | NAMS Canada

Allen is an experienced Civil Engineer with extensive experience in all aspects of asset management planning and operations. Allen is the principal trainer for the NAMS.PLUS asset management across Australia and Canada both in “face to face workshops” and webinar environments. Allen has been involved in many projects in Australia and Canada implementing improved asset management practices. Allen has worked in asset management strategic and operations planning in a number of government organizations. He has excellent knowledge of local government, political, corporate planning.

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Steve Verity

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Principal Advisor - Asset Management, IPWEA

Steve is a fellow member of the IPWEA and has over 25 years’ experience in infrastructure management across the public and private sectors. Steve has a strong appreciation in the importance of applying robust planning and risk management frameworks to ensure the necessary funds are available to deliver projects and programs at the agreed level of service. Steve brings a depth and breadth of expertise to the team and willingness to share experiences with those who wish to develop their skills and knowledge.

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Jacqui Hansen

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Principal Advisor - Asset Management, IPWEA

Jacqui is a fellow member of the IPWEA and has extensive experience in infrastructure management across multiple sectors. She understands the challenges of ensuring the necessary funds are available to deliver projects at high service levels, and she shares her expertise to help others grow their skills. Jacqui also brings a wealth of knowledge in asset management, focusing on strategic planning, risk management, and sustainable project delivery. Her guidance helps teams navigate complex projects while ensuring long-term success and sustainability. With years of hands-on experience, Jacqui has made a significant impact in the infrastructure sector.

Steve Walker

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Principal - Asset Engineering

Steve has 27 years’ experience working both within and with Local Government. He was extensive practical Asset Management experience and was involved in the development and delivery of the 2007 precursor to NAMS.PLUS in South Australia in 2007.

Adam Thomas

Adam Thomas

Senior Advisor - Infrastructure Financial Management

Since starting with local government nearly 25 years ago, Adam has held a number of senior roles in asset financial management in NSW State Government, Federal Government and the University sector. In more recent times, Adam has worked as a consultant to several NSW local governments, specialising in the integration of Asset data with large ERP systems, data modelling, capital expenditure management, AMP preparation and asset financial management. Adam is a CPA with an economics degree and also holds a Master of Business Administration.

Once you complete your registration, you will receive an email containing detailed instructions on how to log in, along with additional relevant information. This email is sent out a week before your course start date, so please keep an eye on your inbox. If you don't receive this email, please reach out to admin@ipwea.org.

There are no specific pre-requisites for the Asset Management Foundations course. It is designed to cater to professionals from various backgrounds who are interested in asset management. However, a basic understanding of asset management concepts or experience in an asset-intensive organization can be beneficial.

The IPWEA Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning is a short course which is practitioner based and focussed. A professional certificate is awarded by IPWEA upon successful completion of the course. Successful candidates may use the postnominals: ProfCertAM if they choose to do so. E.g. J.Citizen ProfCertAM.

The Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) recognizes NAMS Canada as a Quality Provider of continuing education units (CEU) to the engineering community. Successful completion of the Professional Certificate is recognized as 5.0 EU points by EIC. Let us know if you are seeking CEU’s under the EIC as we will need to register you for this recognition.

Each of the modules consists of videos and homework tasks. These can be undertaken during the week of the module at a time that suits the participant. Weekly there will be a live Q&A session in which participants can raise questions and receive answers directly from the course mentors. The Q&A sessions will be recorded but are not mandatory for successful completion of the course. The recording of the Q&A session is usually available within 24 hours of each live event.

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation:

Participants may cancel their enrolment at any time. Cancellations received prior to the commencement of the course will not incur any penalty. Cancellations received after the course has commenced will be required to pay 100% of the course fee.

Enrolment suspension and transfer:

  • Applications to suspend and transfer enrolment to the next course must be received by the course administrator before the start of Module 1.
  • Applications for suspension and transfer received after commencement of Module 1 will incur a fee equal to 50% of the course registration fee to transfer to a future course.
  • Participants who have transferred enrolment to a Course must recommence on the next available course.
  • Participants who are granted an enrolment suspension and transfer will be provided access to all modules of the subsequent Course. Any of the work completed on the eLearning portal during the initial enrolment will not be transferred to the subsequent course.

Course fee payment:

Participants must ensure course fee payments are complete prior to the commencement of the course. In the event of late enrolments, IPWEA will accept an official Purchase Order as proof of pending payment. Participants who have not paid the course fee, do not receive feedback on their assignment submissions and cannot complete the course.

Extensions:

Extensions to complete work/assignments which are due will only be given in the following circumstances:

  • Illness or injury of the candidate or his/her immediate family where the candidate is one of the primary caregivers;
  • Death or incapacity of a family member or close relative;
  • Abnormal or unanticipated work load resulting from entity restructures or severe natural weather events such as earthquakes, storms, floods.

Assignment:

Assignments must be the participant’s own work. The use of AI to complete assignments can be detected. Participants using AI to complete assignments are not demonstrating that they understand the key concepts in the course and will be asked to resubmit.

Course Closure and Finalisation:

Participants will have access to the online course environment, IPWEA eLearning platform for a reasonable period following the conclusion of the course to facilitate assignment completion.

Our commitment to participants:

  • The Assignments will remain confidential and will only be used for the mentor’s assessment and feedback.
  • Mentors will respond to participant questions in a timely manner.
  • Mentors will provide support to all participants as far as practical to assist them to complete the course.

Privacy:

Personal information will be handled in accordance with IPWEA’s privacy policy, available on IPWEA’s website.

Use of AI tools:

IPWEA appreciates the convenience and assistance that artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer. However, to ensure you achieve value from the learning experience, we strongly recommend limiting the use of AI in your interactions, discussions and assessment submissions. This course is designed to enhance your individual critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills. Using AI extensively may hinder this development. While we don't entirely prohibit the use of AI, we ask you to use such tools responsibly and primarily for tasks like organising or summarising thoughts, rather than to generate submissions. Any work submitted should reflect your understanding, insights, and the contextualised application of the knowledge gained throughout the course. Any excessive reliance on AI detected in submissions may impact assessment outcomes.

Course Testimonials

Find out why this is a go-to course for Asset Management

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Tash Rupasinghe

Asset Management Officer – Ipswich City Council

Tash Rupasinghe, an Asset Management Officer at Ipswich City Council, Australia, as she shares her transformative experience with IPWEA's Asset Management training.

Samantha Rico

Asset Manager – City of Tigard

Samantha Rico, an Asset Manager at the City of Tigard talks about her experience with the Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning.

Sukerna Amirapu

Engineering Asset Manager – Maritime Services Industry

Sukerna Amirapu talks about his experience with the IPWEA Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning sharing how structured learning leads to consistent Asset Management strategies.

Ross Roberts

Head of Engineering Resiliance – Auckland Council

Aoteatoa IPWEA Member Ross Roberts talks about his experience with the Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning

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IIMM (Recommended text for this course)

Driven by updates to ISO 55000, the 6th Edition of the internationally acclaimed Infrastructure Management Manual explains how to apply the standards for asset management. It offers essential guidance for those responsible for managing infrastructure investments for their community, customers or investors.

Course Testimonials

Find out why this is a go-to course for Asset Management

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“ I would recommend the Professional Certificate AMP through IPWEA to anyone involved in asset management and public works in New Zealand. The teachers are very knowledgeable and helpful. Being online made it really flexible and the course balanced theory with practice perfectly. ”

 

Melissa

Waipa District Council, New Zealand

“The Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning would be one of the best professional development courses I've experienced in my career. I chose as part of the assignment that we do throughout the course to develop an asset management plan for a class of assets at Auckland Coastal. And so I was actually able to deliver something that was immediately used in Auckland Council as my assignment for the course."

 

Ross Roberts

Head of Engineering Resilience, Auckland council.

“Third testimonial content—swap through these with the arrows or dots.”

 

John Smith

CEO, Acme Widgets

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