Football Business

Degree Overview
This 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 governance and regulation, fan engagement, operational management and business development.

You’ll gain vital business skills, from marketing to management, tailored to the football world, while learning from industry leaders and experts. This degree opens the door to roles in clubs, governing bodies, and football organisations worldwide.

Degree Content
This degree course explores the world of football business, including finance, marketing, media, international football business and general applied sports management.

BA (Hons) Football Business will explore the vast global football industry and use modern and historical examples of good and bad practice from the industry to add context and further understanding to your studies.

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

UCFB Manchester Campus
• Exchange Quay
• Quay Plaza

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
A BA (Hons) Football Business degree from UCFB opens up a world of exciting career opportunities within the global football and sports industry. UCFB’s unique access to top organisations and industry experts gives graduates a competitive edge in securing roles across various sectors.

Career options include football club management, sports marketing, match day operations, player representation, sponsorship management, and roles in media and broadcasting. With the skills, experience, and industry connections gained at UCFB, graduates are well-positioned to excel in these dynamic and rewarding careers in the football business world.

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

First Year

• Industry Competencies (Mental Wealth)

• Introduction to Sports Finance

• Principles of Marketing

• Sport, Media and Society

• Understanding Sports Fan Behaviour

• Understanding the Business of Football

Second Year

• Entrepreneurship

• Industry Readiness (Mental Wealth)

• Intermediate Financial Accounting

• International Culture and Relations

• Research Methods

• The Organisation and Marketing of World Football

Third Year

• Contemporary Issues in Sports Management

• Football Brand Management

• Industry Engagement (Mental Wealth)

• International Finance and Football Business

• Professional Project