The FBA and Tigres UANL Join Forces to Strengthen Football Business Education Across the Americas
Geneva, 28 November 2025
The Football Business Academy (FBA) is proud to announce a new educational partnership with Tigres UANL, one of Mexico’s most successful and internationally recognized football clubs. This collaboration further strengthens The FBA’s growing network in Latin America and reinforces its mission to support football’s professionalization and education on a global scale.
This partnership reflects The FBA’s commitment to bridging the gap between academic excellence and real-world football operations, while providing its Master Candidates with invaluable learning opportunities in one of Latin America’s most dynamic football environments.
“I’m very happy to welcome Tigres UANL to our global network. The club represents the excellence and reflection of the talent present in Mexican football. This alliance will enable us to further support the growth of football’s development and professionalisation in a key region for football for the years to come.” – Rubén Figueira Rivero, Director of Program Success & Alumni Relations
“For Tigres, this partnership with The Football Business Academy represents another step in our vision of being a world-class club, not only on the pitch but also in the development of talent off it. This synergy will also enable us to open Tigres’ doors to an international network of talent.” – Mauricio Culebro Galván, President of Club Tigres.
Both organizations share a vision of driving football’s evolution through education, innovation, and sustainable development. By combining The FBA’s expertise in football business education with Tigres UANL’s competitive spirit and strong community foundation, this partnership will foster mutual growth and create new opportunities for collaboration.
Beyond offering FBA Master Candidates an immersive learning experience through internships, the partnership will enable Student Business Projects tailored to Tigres UANL’s strategic objectives, driving innovation and creating synergies that align with the club’s vision.This collaboration aims to strengthen the connection between academic insight and professional practice while supporting the club both locally and internationally.
This partnership not only further expands The FBA’s global footprint but also reinforces its commitment to fostering growth across the Americas. As Mexican football continues to gain prominence on the global stage, this initiative represents a strategic step toward shaping the next generation of football leaders in the region.
ABOUT TIGRES UANL
Founded in 1960 and based in San Nicolás de los Garza, Nuevo León, Tigres UANL is one of Mexico’s most successful football clubs, competing in Liga MX and consistently performing on the international stage through competitions like the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup. Known for its passionate fan base, strong community values, and innovative approach to football development, Tigres continues to set new standards in the region both on and off the pitch.
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ABOUT THE FBA
The Football Business Academy is a global leader in football business education whose goal is to accelerate the professionalization of the football industry and develop current and future leaders in the game. Founded in 2017 and based in Switzerland, The FBA is best known for its flagship degree – the Professional Master in Football Business – which is a 12-month program with two intakes each year.
Additionally, The FBA works with football organizations around the world to design and deliver customized training, workshops, and educational content. Other partners of The FBA include CONMEBOL, Liga Portugal, CF Rayados, Club Nacional de Football, Independiente del Valle, Real Mallorca, Brighton & Hove Albion, SL Benfica, Venezia FC, Rangers FC, Sporting Clube de Portugal, Common Goal, Olocip, Double Pass, and USL.
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