Football Business (Taught)

Degree Overview
This in-depth course is designed for those who wish to develop an appreciation of key areas shaping the current landscape of the football industry. The course provides opportunities to engage in different aspects of football business including areas such as finance, fan engagement, leadership, operations, law and governance. 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.

Degree Content
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 course 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.

Studying at UCFB comes with a number of valued benefits to enhance your career and employment opportunities through our Employability and Career Planning provision.

Teaching Locations
UCFB Wembley

• Wembley Stadium

• Arch View House, First Way

• Silver Jubilee Park

UCFB Manchester Campus

• Exchange Quay

• Quay Plaza

• Belle Vue / Speedway

In addition to our teaching locations, we also use specialist facilities throughout the academic year as well as additional facilities where required.

Degree Specifications
University Campus of Football Business is an embedded college of the University of East London. All graduates will receive a degree from the University of East London.

Career Prospects
The course 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:

• Scottish Women’s Premier League – Competitions Officer

• Everton in the Community – Finance Manager

• BBC Sport – Journalist

• No1 Fan.club – Founder

• Grant Thornton – Trainee Chartered Accountant

• Leeds United – Hospitality Operations

• The FA – Judicial Services Administrator

UCFB Employability & Career Planning Programme
Over 90% of UCFB graduates are in employment within six months of graduating, with 62% of those graduates working within the global sports industry.

At UCFB, your career starts from day one. Alongside your academic studies, our Employability & Career Planning programme supports your development, helping you build the skills, experience and confidence to succeed in the sports industry.

Through a range of tailored opportunities - including best-in-class industry guest speakers, Premier Events, and work-based learning - you’ll gain valuable real-world insight and connections. With ongoing career support and access to placements, you’ll graduate as a well-rounded, career-ready professional.

Course Modules

• Football Fan Engagement

• Football Operations Management

• Football Finance

• Global Sports Leadership

• Applied Professional Project

• Global Sports Consulting and Analysis (option)

• Sports Law and Governance (option)