Global Institute of Sport (GIS)

About us

The Global Institute of Sport (GIS) offers ground-breaking degree programmes in the football and sports industry online and with access to a global network of industry leaders and elite stadium venues in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Belgium.

GIS is dedicated to the delivery of unrivalled degree programmes in the strategic, operational and business facets of the football and sport. GIS has developed a profile of pioneering qualifications to provide pathways into the exciting world of sport and enable those working within sport to drive forward their career in the global multi-billion-dollar industry.

As a result of the industry-led degree and employment opportunities, 99% of GIS graduates are in employment with 79% working in sport and 97% in highly skilled roles, based on the 2023 Graduate Census. GIS degrees also rank in the top 40 sports programmes by SportsBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, and has the number 3 ranked Sports Management programme in the world.

What makes us different

Top-Tier Education: GIS is ranked in the prestigious SportsBusiness Magazine’s Global Top 40 Postgraduate Programmes and the 3rd best online programme for Sports Management, sharing the stage with the world’s most elite institutions.

Global Network: Our programmes are designed to provide fantastic networking opportunities, connecting you with leading professionals and peers who share your passion for football and sports management.

Experiential Learning: At GIS, your education goes beyond the classroom. Experience the thrill of learning in a live sports environment, ensuring you are not just a spectator but immersed in the business of football.

Course locations

Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Wembley

UCFB/GIS Wembley Campus, Wembley Stadium, PO Box 1966, Wembley, HA9 0WS

Main Site

16 First Way, Wembley, HA9 0AF

Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Miami

UCFB/GIS Manchester Campus or UCFB/GIS Wembley or GIS Miami Campus, Manchester or London or Fort Lauderdale, M11 3FF