Why SBI?
A new way to learn football
business. A real one.
Founded in 2012, SBI Barcelona emerged with a clear mission: to offer practical, industry-driven education for professionals who want to build a career in the football business.
Over the years, SBI has evolved from a pioneering initiative into a global reference in sports business and football management training.
At SBI Barcelona, we deliver real-world football business education—human, practical, and connected to the industry. Our live online programs give you real-time learning and direct access to professionals, bringing the global football ecosystem straight to your screen.
Our vision is to empower individuals to become global professionals capable of making a real impact. To achieve this, we are guided by a core set of values that define who we are:
Inclusion: We foster a diverse and respectful environment where all voices are heard and valued.
Honesty: Integrity and transparency are fundamental in everything we do — from our academic content to our interactions.
Quality: We are committed to academic excellence and continuous improvement, offering programs designed with industry relevance in mind.
Passion: We love what we do, and we share that energy with our students in every session, project, and conversation.
Our Educational Pillars
Close-to-you learning experience
At SBI, we take pride in offering a close-to-you learning experience during our online football management courses.
Our approach is deeply personal: students receive dedicated support, meaningful feedback, and real engagement from faculty and staff who genuinely care. We don’t believe in distant education - we believe in being present, accessible, and committed to your individual journey.
Our Academic Team
What our students say
“Studying a Master at SBI allowed me to gain a full understanding on the business side of football. In many ways it has opened my eyes into the sector that I work in as a professional footballer in the Premier League. They are top professionals that are well connected in the football industry”
Wes Morgan
Football Player at Leicester City FC
“The team behind SBI wanted me to help me grow as a person and take the next step in my career. After completing the Master I was hired by MLS club CF Montreal as the Academy Administration Manager. I now have a leadership role at Canada Soccer”
Stephanie Fortier
Manager Professional Game & National Team Events at Canada Soccer.
“What stood out for me was that SBI offered personalized mentorship. I got the general knowledge of the industry but I also got that one on one attention to take my career to the next level ”
John Buitron
Sr. Digital Media Coordinator at Inter Miami CF
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