IREM^® Strategic Plan: 2026 and Beyond

Introducing a strategic blueprint for advancing excellence in real estate management and the professionals who manage to make a difference.

What is IREM’s Strategic Plan: 2026 and Beyond?

Our new strategic plan is a long-term blueprint that outlines how the Institute of Real Estate Management will advance excellence in real estate management through education, membership value, and global community growth.

A clear design for the future of real estate management

The real estate management profession is evolving rapidly. New technologies, workforce challenges, and higher expectations from owners, residents, and communities require a clear, forward-looking strategy.

This plan defines how IREM will remain relevant, responsive, and essential to professionals at every career stage. It outlines clear priorities to:

Strengthen professional development and education
Reimagine membership value at every career stage
Expand and connect a global real estate management community

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What to know about IREM’s strategic plan

Why does this plan matter?
This strategic plan builds on over 90-years of IREM legacy while positioning IREM to lead through change, opportunity, and growth in the years ahead.
Who is this strategic plan for?
The plan is designed for:
- IREM members
- Chapter leaders and volunteers
- Industry partners
- Future and aspiring real estate management professionals
It defines how IREM will support those who manage to make a difference today and in the years ahead.
How does this plan impact members?
It guides how IREM invests in programs, resources, and experiences that support members throughout their careers.
How does the plan support the future of real estate management?
By aligning education, membership, and community around emerging professional needs, the plan positions IREM to lead through industry change, address workforce gaps, and elevate the real estate management profession globally.
Is this a short-term initiative or a long-term direction?
This plan provides long-term direction while allowing flexibility as the profession and industry continue to evolve.
How long has IREM been supporting real estate management?
For more than 90 years, IREM has set the standard for excellence in real estate management. The 2026 and Beyond Strategic Plan builds on that legacy while preparing the organization and its members for the future.

Read IREM’s Strategic Plan: 2026 and Beyond

Download the full strategic plan to learn how IREM is investing in education, membership, and community, and what it means for the future of real estate management.