International Football Business

Degree Overview
You will study the key drivers which fuel this rapid growth, including the nature of ‘fandom’, the development of the international football and sports industries and the implications of cultural differences linked to commercial deals. An understanding of how to bid for international events will also form part of this degree course.

From learning about Technical Directorship and Leadership to International Law and Governance, this course will accelerate your learning on a global scale.

Degree Content
Football is a multi-billion-pound global industry, and the sport industry as a whole is growing faster than GDP both in emerging and mature economies.

There are over 200 member associations around world who each govern and manage football in their respective countries. Therefore, you will examine the international licencing schemes and regulations of organisations such as UEFA, CONCACAF and FIFA, along with the implications of cultural differences linked to commercial and sponsorship opportunities.

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
Due to the flexible nature of the BA (Hons) International Football Business degree course, graduates will be able to access roles ranging from event operations to business development, including the possibility to work for clubs, sport businesses or governing bodies.
Graduates of the BA (Hons) International Football Business degree have gone on to work in roles for organisations such as:

• Premier League – ERDP Project and Operations Manager

• Salford Red Devils – Head of Growth

• Tottenham Hotspur FC – Events Team

• England Rugby – Commercial Partnerships Account Executive

• The FA – IT Events Coordinator

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

• Understanding International Football Business Environment

• Introduction to Football Law

• Industry Competencies (Mental Wealth)

• Integrated Marketing Communications

• Financial Management Information Systems and Internal Control

• Technical Directorship and Leadership

Second Year

• International Football Business Analysis

• International Culture and Relations

• Industry Readiness (Mental Wealth)

• Research Methods

• Marketing, Technology and Innovation

• Intermediate Management and Cost Accounting

Third Year

• Strategic Management

• International Football Law and Governance

• Professional Project

• International Events and Project Management

• Industry Engagement (Mental Wealth)