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.
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 profile 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.
Academic work is assessed using a 1–6 grading scale, with 6 representing the highest grade and 4 the minimum passing grade. Assessment methods vary by course and may include individual or group assignments, projects and other coursework.
In order to deliver the best football business leaders of tomorrow, we believe it is essential for our Candidates to gain knowledge of the football industry across all three dimensions:
The degree is a Professional Master in Football Business and is worth 60 ECTS credits.
The guaranteed three-month internship is one of the core components of the FBA experience. By understanding the needs, interests and objectives of both Candidates and Partner organisations, our Partnerships Team works to identify the strongest possible synergies and facilitate relevant professional opportunities within the football industry.
