Football Business Global Institute of Sport

Overview

The  Football Business degree from Global Institute of Sport  provides opportunities to engage in different aspects of football business including areas such as governance and regulation, consumer engagement, operational management and business development. From TV deals to player transfers, football is now a global, multi-billion-pound industry that is in need of more industry specific qualified individuals.

The football industry is one of many opportunities for budding professionals, and also poses numerous challenges on a personal and business level. Due to the unique nature of the football industry, it is essential to have the knowledge and experience to be able to deal with a range of ever-changing scenarios. This programme will allow students to be aware of the diverse and often unique situations that impact on the football business, as well as recognise best practice and ethical choices.

Career opportunities:

The programme has been developed for those with aspirations towards senior management positions within the core functional departments of the football industry, spanning financial and accounting roles or operational roles within football, including the ability to rise to senior managerial roles due to the management aspect of the degree. Graduates of the MSc Football Business degree have gone on to work in roles for such organisations as:

• Academy Operations Administrator - Everton Football Club

• Risk & Compliance Officer - Everton Football Club

• CRM Executive - West Ham United Football Club

• U-16s Women's Coach - West Ham United Football Club

• Data Management Administrator - The FA

• Director of UK Operations - Inter Sport Management