Designed for people looking to build, transition or progress their career within the football industry, The FBA Professional Master in Football Business is a 12-month blended programme combining specialised education, practical experience, industry exposure and an international professional network.
Download The Brochure ›By combining Knowledge, Experience and Network, Candidates develop a broad understanding of the football business while engaging directly with industry professionals and applying their learning in practical environments.
The FBA brings together Candidates from diverse academic, professional and cultural backgrounds. Our Admissions process assesses each Applicant holistically, considering background, motivation, career objectives, readiness and overall fit with the programme and cohort.
The programme is strongly connected to the football industry through its network of Experts, Partners and Alumni. Courses and professional experiences are informed by practitioners working across clubs, leagues, federations, agencies, brands and other football organisations.
The FBA Professional Master in Football Business continues to strengthen its position among leading postgraduate programmes in the industry, according to the 2026 SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings.
#25
Worldwide
Top 5
In Europe
94.12%
Employed Within 12 Months
Source: SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings 2026.
A 12-month blended journey designed to combine academic learning, professional experience and direct exposure to the football industry.
12
Months
4
Modules
2
Intakes Per Year
60
ECTS Credits
3 Months
Guaranteed Internship
Blended
Online + On-Campus
The programme progresses from specialised learning to professional experience and on-campus integration, connecting each stage of the journey with the realities of the football industry.
Modules 1–2
Build your football business foundations through live online education, specialised courses and interaction with industry professionals during the first six months of the programme.
Module 3
Put your learning into practice through a guaranteed three-month internship within the football industry, matched to your profile and professional objectives.
Module 4
Reunite with the cohort on campus in Lisbon for advanced courses, Field Trips, direct industry interaction and the final stages of your FBA journey.
Every stage of the programme is designed around Knowledge, Experience and Network, three interconnected pillars that support professional development within the football industry.
Understand The Industry
Develop specialised football business knowledge through courses delivered by professionals working across different areas of the industry.
Apply What You Learn
Put theory into practice through internships, projects, Field Trips and other professional experiences connected to the football industry.
Build Meaningful Connections
Develop relationships with fellow Candidates, Alumni, Partners and industry professionals throughout the programme and beyond.
There is no single route into the football industry. The FBA welcomes Applicants from different academic, professional and personal backgrounds, from recent graduates taking their first professional steps to career switchers and professionals already working within the industry.
Recent Graduates
For recent graduates looking to begin their professional journey, the programme provides specialised football business knowledge, industry exposure and practical experience to support the transition from education into the workplace.
Career Switchers
For professionals coming from outside the football industry, the programme provides specialised knowledge, direct industry exposure and practical experience designed to support a career transition into football business.
Industry Professionals
For those already working in sport or football, the programme offers an opportunity to broaden business knowledge, strengthen professional capabilities and expand an international industry network.
Admissions decisions are made holistically, considering each Applicant’s background, motivation, objectives, readiness and overall fit with the programme and cohort.
Professional Experience
During Module 3, every FBA Candidate takes part in a guaranteed three-month internship within the football industry, providing the opportunity to apply what has been learned in a real professional environment.
Internship opportunities are identified and matched in consideration of each Candidate’s profile, interests and professional objectives, creating a structured bridge between education and industry experience.
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