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About this program
Focus MBA in Football Management, guided by a faculty of world-class professionals, is designed to evolve into a leader who drives positive change and fosters a better future for yourself and for your organization.
With this program, you will earn two additional Professional Certificates in Sporting Directorship and High Performance Leadership in Sports to create the ideal skillset for the role you want post-graduation—with just 8 months of part-time, flexible study.
This course includes
- Lifetime access to course materials
- Triple Certification
- Direct access to World-Class Professors
- Premier League clubs visits
- Interactive learning in an enjoyable set
- Global classroom that will unlock new opportunities
- Highly flexible, fits into busy schedules
- No premium fees but world-class education
Key Details
- Next intake: October 2025
- 8-Month, flexible
- 90% of Online, Live, Interactive
- 10% of Onsite Module combined with club visits
- Request details
- Payable in installments, zero interest
Triple Certification
FOCUS’s Triple Certification is the ultimate skills builder.
In addition to the Focus MBA in Football Management certificate, you will earn Professional Certificates in Sporting Directorship and High Performance Leadership in Sports—with just 8 months of part-time, flexible study.
High Performance Leadership
Unlock your leadership potential, empower your teams, and drive organizational success.
Modern Football Education
Our blended learning journey provides a holistic and flexible learning framework for professionals, combining technical cores of modern football club management with advanced skills in leadership and management.
You’ll go through a wide array of subjects, all focused on leading with influence and driving organizational success in the world of football.
- 📈 92% of students report increased confidence in leadership and management skills after this course.
This module to the area of strategic management in football clubs aims to provide you with a thorough understanding of the internal and external factors that shape a football club’s ability to create value. You will be familiarized with tools to analyze resources and competitive interactions, both on the individual business and the corporate level in football clubs.
You will learn the art of creating visionary corporate strategies that propel the club towards long-term success. Acquire the skills to align your organization with dynamic market trends, ensuring a future-ready approach to challenges. You will explore how decisions in operations strategy impact on creating and delivering a firm’s competitive capabilities.
This module is a specialized module focused on the critical elements of football academy management. This module provides an in-depth understanding of player development, coaching methodologies, and the operational aspects of nurturing football talent. It emphasizes the importance of innovation, player well-being, and the development of effective pathways for emerging talents.
This module is enriched with extensive practical and theoretical knowledge, aimed at equipping you with the skills needed to excel in the management and development of football academies.
Module 7 is a cutting-edge module designed to delve into the rapidly evolving field of football analytics. This module covers the foundational principles of data and analytics in football, exploring how technology and data-driven approaches can be strategically implemented to enhance various aspects of football management, from performance analysis to technical scouting.
The module equips you with the skills to leverage data in strategic decision-making, enhancing both the operational and strategic facets of football management.
This module is crucial for aspiring football managers and directors who seek to stay ahead in the modern, data-driven era of football.
This module is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of football governance and transfer regulations. This module provides an in-depth look into the regulatory bodies, legal principles, and specific regulations that shape the global football landscape, ensuring governance, integrity, and fair play.
It equips you with the knowledge to navigate the legal dimensions of football, ensuring compliance and ethical conduct in the rapidly evolving and highly regulated world of football.
Format: Project-based learning allowing students to engage directly with real-world business issues or entrepreneurial ventures within football. The live business project gives you the flexibility to explore an entrepreneurial venture in the football sector of your choice, or to tackle a football club business issue that is critical to your organization, which will help you stand out and deliver real value in the workplace. This is an opportunity to try something you’ve always wanted to do while gaining invaluable, practical business experience to enrich your CV.
What our students say?
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Who are in this program?
Below are some of students who already registered in this program.
Is Focus MBA right for you?
This unique learning framework provides you growth opportunities in critical areas of leadership and management, and achieve sporting expertise in football club management.
- Technical Leaders
- Sporting Directors
- Recruitment Staff
- Club Executives
- Scouting Staff
- Data & Analytics Staff
- Academy Staff
- Coaching Staff
- (ex) Footballers
- Sports Professionals
- Commercial and finance professionals
What our students say?
Learn from experts who have done it
Our world-class faculty of professionals infuse each session with next-level knowledge, insights, and research. Their commitment ensures a transformative learning experience for you.
Les Reed
CEO, Reed Consulting
anna edwards
Managing Partner, EPP
Laurent Colette
COO, Right to Dream
TOMMY WILSON
TD, Charlotte FC
Gregg Broughton
Former DoF, Blackburn R.
dave slemen
Founding Partner, EPP
gareth henderby
Academy TD, Right to Dream
Jacob Naish
Head of Purpose, Right to Dream
Federico Mari
Chief Strategy Officer, FC32
rodrigo picchioni
Head of Analytics, Atletico
Mathieu Lacome
Chief Analytics Officer, Parma
Martin Preston
Consultant, Premier League
Warren Engelbrecht
Founder, We Guide Heroes
PURPOSEFULLY AFFORDABLE
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Join a community of ambitious professionals transforming their careers in the football industry.
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Learn more about this program
At FOCUS Sports Education, we understand the evolving landscape of football management in the modern era. Our MBA course embraces cutting-edge methodologies and contemporary practices to ensure students are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of today’s football industry. Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical applications, students gain a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in football management, setting them apart as leaders in the field.
FOCUS MBA Football Management offers a holistic learning experience that goes beyond traditional classroom teachings. Our program provides students with access to industry experts, networking opportunities, and real-world projects to enhance their learning journey. From strategic planning and financial management to talent acquisition and marketing strategies, our curriculum covers a wide spectrum of topics essential for success in football administration.
Embark on a specialized journey in football management by participating in the FOCUS Football Management Course. Tailored to meet the unique demands of the football industry, this program delves deep into the intricacies of football administration, governance, and leadership. By immersing yourself in our specialized course, you’ll gain invaluable insights and practical skills that will set you apart in the competitive world of football management.
Experience a modernized approach to football education with FOCUS MBA Football Management. Our dynamic curriculum is designed to keep pace with the rapidly evolving landscape of the football industry, ensuring that students are equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices. Through interactive learning modules, case studies, and hands-on experiences, students gain a comprehensive understanding of football management principles and strategies that are relevant in today’s global context.
In addition to our Football Management MBA program, FOCUS Education offers a wide range of MBA programs catering to various disciplines within sports management. Explore our diverse offerings by visiting our MBA programs page and discover the opportunities awaiting you in the world of sports management. Join us at FOCUS Education and take the first step towards a rewarding career in football management.
Yes, most of our students work full-time. That’s why we’ve designed our programs to be completely online and combination of live and self-paced learning – so they can work around the schedule of working professionals, not the other way around.
An accredited Master’s Degree comes with many constraints and expenses – that’s everything we’re working against. We do however provide graduates with the Focus MBA certificate, supported by elite professionals.
We operate independently from conventional academic institutions and accreditation authorities, resulting in a unique business model that diverges from that of accredited MBA programs. Our goal is to democratize access to high-quality business education by providing MBA-level courses at just 1% of the cost of traditional MBA programs.
The FOCUS MBA is a combination of live and self-paced learning, so completion times vary. Most students take between 8 months to finish the program.
FOCUS MBA programs offer a wide range of learning content. You will engage with your instructors with live sessions, participate in peer discussions, and enhance your knowledge with articles, case studies and many more supportive learning materials—all from your home or office.
If you have more questions, please contact us at hello@focussports.education. We’re happy to hear from you!
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About this program
Focus MBA in Football Management, guided by a faculty of world-class professionals, is designed to evolve into a leader who drives positive change and fosters a better future for yourself and for your organization.
With this program, you will earn two additional Professional Certificates in Sporting Directorship and High Performance Leadership in Sports to create the ideal skillset for the role you want post-graduation—with just 8 months of part-time, flexible study.
Key Benefits
Triple Certification
Earn the Focus MBA in Football Management Diploma, plus additional certifications in Sporting Directorship and Leadership Excellence in Sports.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Covers all aspects of football club management, from leadership and strategy to finance and operations.
Flexible Learning
80% online with 20% on-site modules + option to complete at your own pace is available, allowing you to balance your career with your studies.
Global Network
Learn with like-minded professionals from all around the world, building valuable connections and unlocking new opportunities.
World-Class Faculty
Learn from industry leaders and experts who bring real-world experience to the classroom.
Practical & Interactive Learning
Gain actionable strategies and frameworks that you can apply immediately in your professional role in a highly interactive environment.
Exclusive On-Site Experiences
Participate in immersive on-site modules led by Les Reed, including elite-level guest lecturers and Premier League club visits in London.
Purposefully Affordable
Experience world-class education without the premium price, in line with our mission, we make it accessible for aspiring leaders in football management.
Key Details
- 14. October 2024
- 8-month, PArt-time
- 80% of Online, Live, Interactive
- 20% of Onsite Module combined with club visits
- 6500 Swiss francs
- Join with a friend, both get 10% Discount