Fleet Management Certificate

Learn, practice and apply the critical principles, knowledge and skills required to effectively and efficiently manage a plant and vehicle fleet.

What is Fleet Management Certificate?

The IPWEA Fleet Management Certificate is an industry recognised qualification designed specifically for those working or wanting to work in Fleet Management.

This course provides the opportunity to learn, practice and apply the critical principles, knowledge and skills required to effectively and efficiently manage a plant and vehicle fleet.

Based on IPWEA’s best practice manual the Plant and Vehicle Management Manual Edition 4, the Fleet Management Certificate features six inter-related units – each dealing with an important aspect of fleet management.

Study Mode	6 Online Units
Duration	12 - 14 weeks
CPD	35 hours
Fees	IPWEA member / Non-Member: $1,750 + GST Premium Subscriber: $1,400 + GST Basic Subscriber: $1,575 + GST

OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

	Course Commences 26 July 2023	REGISTER HERE
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Course Details

Course Overview

Relevant, Practical, Achievable.

Be qualified in just 3 months with informative and practical content delivered through our state-of-the-art online learning management system.

Learn, practice and apply the critical principles, knowledge and skills required to effectively and efficiently manage a plant and vehicle fleet. Based on IPWEA’s best practice manual the Plant and Vehicle Management Manual Edition 4.

Delivered via our online learning management system over 12-14 weeks.
Each unit includes on-demand study elements that are supported by online tutorials.
90min tutorials on a fortnightly basis providing an opportunity to build on key elements.

Module Overview

Unit 1 - Utilisation	Utilisation is a fundamental metric in fleet management and critical to fleet management planning, acquisition, maintenance and operational decision making. Learn what data to collect and how to analyse utilisation data to inform decision making.
Unit 2 - Financial Management	Fleet practitioners need to understand important financial principles. This unit addresses, in non-accounting language, essential information related to; budgets, estimating and applying whole-of-life costs, and fleet financing options.
Unit 3 - Procurement	This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to undertake the procurement of fleet assets, including; identifying requirements, planning the procurement process, preparation of tender documentation and conducting a tender assessment using a multi-criteria assessment model.
Unit 4 - Maintenance Management	Fleet maintenance is critical to fleet; safety, operational effectiveness and cost management. Whether maintenance is delivered inhouse or is outsourced, the fleet practitioner needs to understand the principles and systems that support sound maintenance practice.
Unit 5 - Service Level Agreements	Fleet practitioners need to work with their customers and other stakeholders to establish standards and deliver services. Learn about Service Level Agreements as a framework upon which works and services are defined and delivered.
Unit 6 - Regulatory Requirements	Fleets operate within an increasingly rigorous regulatory environment and fleet practitioners need to meet their obligations. This unit focuses of Workplace Health and Safety and Heavy Vehicle National Law / Chain of Responsibility from a fleet practitioner’s perspective and presents a risk-based model for compliance management.

Modules

The course features 6 online modules, over approx 6 weeks. Assessments due throughout the course period.

Course 2023 - Semester 1

Description	Online Tutorial Australasia Every Wednesday 10AM
Welcome and Introduction Session	8 Feb
Unit 1 Tutorial - Utilisation	15 Feb
Unit 2 Tutorial - Financial Management	1 Mar
Unit 3 Tutorial - Procurement	15 Mar
Unit 4 Tutorial - Maintenance Management	26 Apr
Unit 5 Tutorial - Service Level Agreements	10 May
Unit 6 Tutorial - Regulatory Requirements	24 May

Course 2023 - Semester 2

Description	Online Tutorial Australasia Every Wednesday 10AM
Welcome and Introduction Session	26 Jul
Unit 1 Tutorial - Utilisation	2 Aug
Unit 2 Tutorial - Financial Management	15 Aug
Unit 3 Tutorial - Procurement	30 Aug
Unit 4 Tutorial - Maintenance Management	13 Sep
Unit 5 Tutorial - Service Level Agreements	18 Oct
Unit 6 Tutorial - Regulatory Requirements	1 Nov

Live Q&A Sessions

Optional Live Q&A webinar sessions scheduled 11am Sydney time throughout the course. These provide an opportunity to ask questions and discuss aspects of Fleet Management with the course mentors and your peers. These sessions are recorded and are available where scheduled times not suitable.

Fees

IPWEA member / Non-Member: $1,750 + GST

Premium Subscriber: $1,400 + GST
Basic Subscriber: $1,575 + GST

Save when you register for this course as an IPWEA member or Fleet Subscribing Organisation.

IPWEA Fleet Subscription
Basic: $550 pa ex GST per Organisation
Premium: $1,250 pa ex GST per Organisation

Find out more about becoming a Fleet Subscriber

Cancellation Policy: Substitution advice must be received 3 days prior to commencement. Cancellations received less than one week prior to the start of the course will require payment of the full cost. The right is reserved to defer, amend or cancel training.

Delivery

Course Format

The course is completed over 3 months and is delivered online with live tutorial support and syndicate sessions.

Participants in the Fleet Management Certificate can also attend optional Online Fleet Management training sessions at no additional cost to support their knowledge acquisition and to assist them to complete the course.

Fleet Management Certificate participants can access recorded sessions of the online training series throughout the duration of the course.

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.

Testimonials

We spoke to Fleet Management Certificate alumni Matthew Smith about his experience with the course, and here's what he had to say:

"I am currently employed as the National Warehousing & Assets Manager for the Total Metering Services Pty Ltd.

Through my previous position as Asset & Fleet Coordinator for my Local Council, I was fortunate enough to attend this course.

I found the course to be structured well and the course content to be clear and informative.

Using the knowledge gained from attending the IPWEA Fleet Management Certificate, I have been able to apply the principles in my current position to make calculated decisions regarding the companies 150+ strong fleet.

I would recommend this course for those looking for helpful content that can be applied realistically."

Matthew Smith, National Logistics & Assets Manager, TMS

Mentors

Your mentors fast-track student’s learning, through the sharing of their experiences and insights. Your mentors track your progress, provide feedback and carefully assess your final assignment. The Fleet Management Certificate delivers immediate results to you and your organisation.

Rob Wilson
Consultant IPWEA FLEET

Robert was the Main Author and Managing Editor for the Plant and Vehicle Management Manual Ed4. and was involved in the development and update of the Fleet Management Certificate. Rob and is a qualified trainer and an experienced consultant in fleet management.

Stephen Haughey
Consultant IPWEA FLEET

Stephen is lead assessor for the Fleet Management Certificate and was a key member of the team that developed the current Fleet Management Certificate. Stephen is a qualified trainer and has worked in Fleet Management and Consultancy both locally and internationally for over 30 years.

Marc Sibbald
Director IPWEA FLEET

Marc started in fleet as a motor mechanic and used his technical training to explore many different parts of the automotive industry. Roles have included sales and marketing at Ampol, operations at SG Fleet and more recently in leadership positions with global tyre brands Bridgestone and Hankook.

In 2015 Marc started Fleet Auto News as a way to share stories about the people that have chosen Fleet Management as their profession, and the organisations that support them to reduce emissions, keep people safe on the road and strategically manage their assets. Marc has recently joined IPWEA as their new Fleet Director.

Who Should Enrol

The course is essential for anyone involved in the management, maintenance, procurement and operation of plant and vehicle fleets including:

Plant & Fleet Managers
Fleet Officers / Fleet Coordinators
Works & Parks Supervisors
Workshop Supervisors
Works Engineers
Asset Managers
Procurement Officers

Benefits of enrolling and completing the IPWEA Fleet Management Certificate Course include:

Industry recognised qualification and post nominals (FMCert)
Learn the skills necessary to manage a fleet
Benefit from the experience of industry leaders in fleet management
Meet and build your network with other members of the fleet management industry
Keep up to date with the latest industry trends and innovations in fleet management

Resources

References Materials

Participants are provided with electronic access to the IPWEA Plant and Vehicle Management Manual for the duration of the course. All other materials are provided online.

Plant & Vehicle Mgt Manual
NEW Edition 4

Australia’s most comprehensive guide for fleet managers. First developed by IPWEA in 2004, the manual has been substantially revised to address current issues regarding the fleet industry.

Subscribing Organisation
AU$405 (ex GST)

Non Subscribing Organisation
AU$450 (ex GST)

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CPD + Certification

Be Recognised

On successful completion of the FMC, you be awarded an industry recognised qualification and digital badge.

You will be entitled to use the Post Nominals FMCert. The best performing student for each year is awarded the prestigious IPWEA Fleet Award.

Total estimated 35 hours.
Eligible for CPD by Engineers Australia (EA) in accordance with EA Guidelines.

Credly Badge

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.