European football is a €44bn industry and growing year-on-year. In the Uk alone, Premier League, with over €8bn in revenue contribution, will generate £33billion in gross value added (GVA) for the UK economy between 2025-2028, in addition to £14.8billion in tax revenues, supporting 107,600 jobs annually, as per a new report from EY.
With increasing investment from global investors including Private Equity, the football industry is transforming into an highly professional ecosystem. The growth, is and will, require equally skilled and knowledgeable professionals to steer the industry. In such an atmosphere, it becomes a necessity to encompass a wide range of business skills spanning across many aspects of industry.
Getting a career in the footballing industry is highly sought-after. According to a 2026 Bitesize Careers survey conducted in the UK, a career in football ranks at number 7 in the top jobs teens want. It is really the unique and dynamic nature of the business which make so exciting and rewarding at the same time.
In the dynamic realm where the passion for football intersects with the strategic world of business, pursuing a higher education in football business creates a powerful pathway to unlock a myriad of career opportunities. SBI’s Masters in Football Business and Management is one such program which equips graduates with a versatile skill set that is highly sought after across various sectors of the football industry. Graduates find themselves well-prepared to become the next leader in football business, to step into roles within football clubs, player agencies, sports marketing firms, and even governing bodies, showcasing the breadth of opportunities available.
For players, it has also become critical to plan a second career after playing as career options outside football lead become limited after retirement. Educational programs, therefore, can introduce players to various roles within the business side of football industry, such as roles in marketing, finance, operations, and more.
The SBI Master’s program has had multiple present and past football players to prepare themselves for an alternative career options ensuring they remain active in the sports ecosystem, utilising their experiences and knowledge.
Master’s Program Info Session
We present you with an Exclusive Info Session with Diego Valdes, Director General SBI Barcelona and an expert with over 20 years of experience, who will help you better understand the industry and how our Master in Football Business and Management program will prepare you to start your career or specialise in a particular area.
The Master’s program is more than an educational exercise. Apart from intensive knowledge session with football industry’s top speakers, the program includes:
- Personalised career mentorship guidance
- Access to industry’s top networking platforms
- Internship opportunities with the biggest clubs
And more…
If football business is where your heart lies and are passionate to build a career, this Info Session is for you.
Info Session Details:
- Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM (CET) / (6:00 PM UK)
Hurry and register here to reserve your seat in the session.
Becoming a Part of the Football Industry
The football industry not only looks at people with knowledge and skills and not on the industry. In fact, it is full of people who switched over from other industries. Their passion and love for the game complements the skills they bring from other sectors – data, communication, project management, attention to detail proving to become a very effective and valuable asset.
So, whether you are starting out, transitioning from another sector, or looking to grow within the football industry, and still unsure of how to launch your career in the incredible world of football business, this webinar is designed for you.
Choosing to pursue a Master’s in Football Business and Management is not just an academic decision; it’s a strategic move towards a diverse and fulfilling career in the football industry. The versatility of expertise acquired through this program opens doors to roles in club management, player representation, sports marketing, and governance.
Don’t miss it! It all begins here.
