Mission, vision, and values
Mission
IREM leads the profession of real estate management by providing unparalleled education and certifications, upholding ethical standards, and connecting a global community of peers.
Vision
Thriving communities worldwide empowered by well-managed real estate.
Values
Leadership: We believe leadership is a mindset. It's listening, understanding, and helping others succeed. By leading the way, we ensure a well-equipped real estate management workforce.
Integrity: We uphold and practice unwavering ethical standards and commit to accountability. We put the interests of those we serve above our own and do what's right at all times.
Inclusion: We know our success depends on the strength of our community and a sense of belonging for all. We’re committed to fostering a mutually respectful and welcoming environment with spaces for diverse perspectives.
Knowledge sharing: We look to the future and embrace change. Through vision and curiosity, we transform.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of a connected community and continuous learning. When we come together to learn, share, and give back, we move each other and the profession forward.
Read more about these and our five-year strategic plan.
What we offer
Industry-leading learning
Whether you’re starting out, or a seasoned manager: IREM offers courses, tools, publications, and news developed by the brightest real estate managers. Our classroom, online, and on-demand courses can help you certify, master core competencies or build new skills. Or, explore more than 250 forms, checklists, and templates used by real-world managers. Whatever the topic, IREM offers the most complete real estate management knowledge. Period.
Internationally-recognized certifications
Find your fit with IREM’s rigorous certifications that are symbols of ethical leadership and a well-managed property worldwide. Earn the IREM CPM® (Certified Property Manager®) – the premier property management certification – and gain knowledge that transcends asset class. Seek IREM’s early-career certifications for residential and commercial managers and develop command of the fundamentals. Or, certify your property management firm or building sustainability with the prestigious AMO® and Certified Sustainable Property (CSP) certifications.
Powerful networking
IREM members have answers and advice at their fingertips thanks to a powerful international member community of residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-used managers – each at the top of their game. Connect locally with 72 U.S. IREM chapters and 17 International IREM chapters, or learn and network with top IREM and industry thinkers from around the world at PropertyCon: An IREM Education Experience and other IREM events.
If you know real estate management, come get to know IREM.