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Imagine launching your career in the exhilarating, multi-billion dollar world of football business in just two years with our accelerated BSc (Hons) Business of Football degree! This fast-track program is specifically designed to equip you with the essential knowledge, skills, and real-world experience to thrive behind the scenes at your favourite club and beyond.
Don’t worry, you’ll cover the same comprehensive curriculum as our standard degree, but in an intensive two-year format. You’ll gain a 360-degree understanding of the football business, exploring everything from club management and operations to cutting-edge marketing and data analysis techniques. We place a strong emphasis on the crucial interplay between on-field success, effective off-field management, and meaningful community development.
Prepare to immerse yourself in real-world case studies, uncover the strategies that drive success in the industry, and develop the skills to confidently tackle the challenges of professional football. This accelerated degree is your direct route to becoming a key player in the dynamic and global business of football.
GARY NEVILLE, UA92 CO-FOUNDER
36 weeks of
study per year
6 x 6-week blocks per year
1 subject module per block
4 CPD focus days per block
250 hours of
study per module
80 hrs face-to-face (32%)
20 hrs Digital Wednesdays (8%)
150 hrs independent study (60%)
No traditional
end-of-year exams*
Year 1 – 100% coursework
Year 2 – 100% coursework
You’ll explore the business environment; understanding the internal and external forces that impact on organisations, the historical and contemporary issues affecting the management of people in organisations and the skills and attributes required to become an effective leader.
You’ll examine a range of concepts and theories related to sport and the provision of sport in the UK. You’ll cover a diverse range of topics such as the role of marketing and responsible management in the sports environment.
You’ll cover the basics of business finance and the economics of professional team sports. This module will help you develop the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to become familiar with sports financial management, specifically the financial statements and economic factors within professional team sports.
Ever wondered how football clubs sell out stadiums, sign up sponsors, and keeps fans glued to their seat? This module dives into the world of football marketing and commercialisation. You’ll learn how clubs build a passionate fanbase, manage relationships with customers and stakeholders, score big sponsorship deals, and build a recognised brand with socially responsible values.
You’ll study the Operations Management frameworks and techniques used to proactively develop strategies in order to design, plan, and control operations and explore ways to improve business performance.
This module tackles the legal, ethical, and social side of football. You’ll learn about the laws that govern transfers, contracts, and even fan behaviour. We’ll also explore the ethics of doping and how decisions impact the rules of the game. Plus, you’ll dive into the social responsibility of football clubs and their impact on communities. No legal jargon here – just how to be a responsible leader in the world’s most popular sport.
Want to know how clubs find future football superstars? In this module, you’ll learn the secrets of talent identification in both youth development and professional football. You’ll delve into player management and explore how clubs create the perfect environment to develop and nurture future talent. Finally, you’ll get to grips with player and match analysis, discovering ways to collect and interpret data in order to assess player performance.
This module looks at how football policies impact society in the UK and worldwide. Learn about the economic and social impact of the sport, policy implementation, and how football can be a force for good! You’ll explore different ways clubs fund local community initiatives, especially for underrepresented groups. Plus, you’ll gain hands-on experience with a 30-hour placement at a local community-based club.
You’ll develop a critical understanding of the evolution of leadership theory, its function in contemporary business environments, the role and responsibilities of a business leader and the organisational principles that contribute to contemporary business leadership issues.
This module will give you the knowledge to understand the challenges and opportunities facing football clubs today. You’ll analyse ownership models, legal structures, and how to balance the interests of fans, investors, and players. Think competition fairness, financial sustainability, and navigating the media. This isn’t just about the game – it’s about the business behind the game.
You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of new trends in global sports. You’ll explore the key issues, approaches and challenges related to emerging trends within sports business and management.
This module is an opportunity to apply the knowledge, insights, and practical skills you’ve developed throughout the course to a independent project. You’ll identify a topic or challenge within the football industry and explore it in depth through research, analysis, and creative problem-solving. The module encourages critical thinking, strategic planning, and professional communication, and a comprehensive written and/or practical output that showcases your expertise and readiness for the football business sector.
Alongside your subject modules, you will complete the 92 Programme.
Engaging with the 92 Programme is a requirement for all students and will count towards your overall grade.
In each block, you will take part in a number of Character and Personal Development focus days. During these focus days, you will complete activities designed to boost your mindset, develop your skillset and get you set for future career success.
Throughout the 92 Programme, you will develop skills in self-reflection and awareness, wellness and resilience and professionalism and employability, as well as upskill in different areas.
Find out more about how we prepare students for future career success.
In a recent study*, 78% of employers believe graduates do not arrive in the workplace fully equipped with the skills they need to be work-ready.
Another study conducted by the World Economic Forum** identified ‘10 Skills You Need for the Future of Work’. These skills include:
At UA92, we prepare you for life after graduation and equip you with the skills employers value most. You may not realise it, but developing these skills now, will get you set for career success and could land you that dream job in the future.
*CMI Report: Work Ready Graduates
**World Economic Forum: The Future of Jobs Report 2023
You will produce a learning journal that will document your experiences. This will be submitted at the end of each academic year (or level of study) to assess whether you have met the required standard to pass the module.
Our game-changing UA92 Business School in the city-centre of Manchester opened in September 2023. As our central hub for enterprise, it will transform the way we deliver our Business and Accounting courses. The campus is in the heart of Manchester’s thriving business district, less than one minute from Salford Central train station, and well connected to the rest of Manchester and beyond.
UA92 Business School
Baskerville House
Browncross Street
Manchester UK
M3 5FS
A Business of Football degree at UA92 will give you a deep understanding of the sport’s commercial and regulatory landscape, and equip you with sought-after and adaptable skills.
Whether working for a football club, sports agency, or governing body, professionals in this field manage various aspects of the football industry, including team management, marketing, finance, operations, and player negotiations.
This dynamic career path provides opportunities to shape the business side of the game, influence major decisions, and contribute to the growth and success of football at all levels. With the global popularity of football, the demand for skilled business professionals in this industry continues to rise, promising a rewarding and impactful career.
*Graduate Outcomes Survey Results released in 2024. National Average is 89%.
We have over 60 industry partners who support our mission to develop career-ready graduates. These partnerships provide you with access to industry-leading expertise, mentorship opportunities and work-place experiences.
Our industry partners play a vital role in shaping both the curriculum you study and your student experience. From delivering guest lectures and masterclasses to providing internships and graduate roles. Here are just some of our partners:
One of the big 4 accounting firms, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services to many of the world’s leading businesses. KPMG have supported business students with guest speaker sessions, mentoring, insight days and work experience programmes.
Supporting UK businesses of every shape and size, delivering fantastic connectivity, affordable prices and brilliant service. TalkTalk have supported business students with guest speaker sessions, mentoring, insight days and work experience programmes.
As well as being home to the successful Lancashire Cricket, Thunder Cricket and youth academy teams, the venue hosts international fixtures, conferences and music concerts. They support students with guest speaker sessions, mentoring and work experience programmes.
The JD group is a leading global omni-channel retailer of sports fashion and outdoor brands. They support our mentoring and work experience programmes.
Meet our Course Leader in Sports Business Management, Spencer Fearn, who discusses the similarities and differences between the Business of Football and Sports Management courses. He explains the potential career paths post graduation, whether you dream of a future working in Sports or Football.
Business Lecturer
I’m Business lecturer at UA92 with an eclectic career history, showing a a path does not have to be straight. Previously I have worked as a manager in day centers for adults with autism and challenging behaviors, project-managed the construction of a swimming pool, and have ran a successful childcare business before transitioning to teaching. A proud mother of two grown daughters and a dog lover.
Associate Dean (Business, Digital & Academic Development & Assurance)
I’ve worked in academia for over 10 years following a short time in industry, holding positions at different levels. I started my academic career as a Graduate Tutor and progressed over time, holding numerous positions ranging from Course Leader, then Subject Head to more recently Associate Dean. I have a first degree in Business (a major in Accounting and Marketing) and a Masters degree in Banking and Finance. My passion for education has also led to a Diploma in Events Management, a Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education and a Certificate in Financial Technology and Innovation. My research interests are within the field of Leadership, Management, Financial Distress and Financial Technology. I’m passionate about bringing real world experiences to students to provide them with an outstanding experience.
Course Leader: Accounting and Finance
I have over 10 years of industry experience in various accounting roles and a BSc Hons in Business Law, Post Grad Cert in Education, and AAT Level 4 qualifications. I have been teaching in Accounting and Finance / Accounting and Business at UA92 for 4 years. My specialism lies in all areas of accounting, particularly taxation. I am a fully licensed accountant with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and run a successful accounting and finance business.
Lecturer in Digital Marketing
I have over 14 years of experience in the education sector, starting as a secondary school teacher and transitioning to higher education in 2023. My academic focus is on consumer behaviour, particularly in relation to minority communities in the UK. Since 2016, I have also worked in the industry, running marketing campaigns for non-profit events, hospitality, and global sports initiatives. Outside of academia, I serve as the Head of Marketing and an organiser for Southampton Pride, where I am dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. I am passionate about fostering an inclusive environment in both academic and community settings.
Head of Business
I have over 14 years of teaching experience in Higher Education. Before teaching, I was a HR Manager within the hospitality industry for a few leading brands. In 2009, I decided to take the leap and went back to university to get my teaching qualification at L7 Post compulsory Education. I have a passion for Teaching and Learning and am a big advocate for the students and supports students as a Course Leader for Business Management. My areas of expertise are Cross Cultural Management and Leadership. My current research interests are Strategic Leadership and HRM At UA92, as well as Course Leading. I am also the 92Programme Lead for the World of Business and the Lead for Teaching and Learning.
Business Lecturer
I am a lecturer in Business and Management. I finished PhD in Business management from Sheffield Hallam University 2023. I have worked with different universities around the UK. I am very passionate about innovation and how innovative impact firm performance.
Business Lecturer
Sports Management Lecturer
I’m a Manchester Metropolitan University Graduate with over 25 years in the sports and leisure industry, putting great focus on creating inclusive, accessible activities and spaces for all. As a lead for equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in Salford. I’ve managed community sports development teams and programmes, including redeveloping school and university sports facilities in Greater Manchester. I’m now a lecturer in Sport Business Management at UA92, passionate about inspiring and educating future sports leaders to champion diversity and community engagement in the industry. In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf and padel tennis.
Course Leader: Sports Management
I have worked in the education sector for 30 years, leading companies in FE before making the change to work in HE two years ago. I have a varied career owning professional football clubs, manager / promoter in professional boxing and a director of a rugby union team. I also worked in the music industry for several years promoting house music events in England, Ibiza and Marbella! As well as working for UA92, I am a coach educator for the English F.A and own a private football academy where I coach boys and girls from the age of 7. Education-wise, I have 2 master degrees, 2 Johan Cruyff masters in Coaching and Sports management, Level 7s in Management and Strategic Management and am a WABC accredited executive coach. My big passion is football, and I am a long-suffering Sheffield Wednesday fan.
Business Lecturer
I’m Business lecturer at UA92 with an eclectic career history, showing a a path does not have to be straight. Previously I have worked as a manager in day centers for adults with autism and challenging behaviors, project-managed the construction of a swimming pool, and have ran a successful childcare business before transitioning to teaching. A proud mother of two grown daughters and a dog lover.
Associate Dean (Business, Digital & Academic Development & Assurance)
I’ve worked in academia for over 10 years following a short time in industry, holding positions at different levels. I started my academic career as a Graduate Tutor and progressed over time, holding numerous positions ranging from Course Leader, then Subject Head to more recently Associate Dean. I have a first degree in Business (a major in Accounting and Marketing) and a Masters degree in Banking and Finance. My passion for education has also led to a Diploma in Events Management, a Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education and a Certificate in Financial Technology and Innovation. My research interests are within the field of Leadership, Management, Financial Distress and Financial Technology. I’m passionate about bringing real world experiences to students to provide them with an outstanding experience.
Course Leader: Accounting and Finance
I have over 10 years of industry experience in various accounting roles and a BSc Hons in Business Law, Post Grad Cert in Education, and AAT Level 4 qualifications. I have been teaching in Accounting and Finance / Accounting and Business at UA92 for 4 years. My specialism lies in all areas of accounting, particularly taxation. I am a fully licensed accountant with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and run a successful accounting and finance business.
Lecturer in Digital Marketing
I have over 14 years of experience in the education sector, starting as a secondary school teacher and transitioning to higher education in 2023. My academic focus is on consumer behaviour, particularly in relation to minority communities in the UK. Since 2016, I have also worked in the industry, running marketing campaigns for non-profit events, hospitality, and global sports initiatives. Outside of academia, I serve as the Head of Marketing and an organiser for Southampton Pride, where I am dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. I am passionate about fostering an inclusive environment in both academic and community settings.
Head of Business
I have over 14 years of teaching experience in Higher Education. Before teaching, I was a HR Manager within the hospitality industry for a few leading brands. In 2009, I decided to take the leap and went back to university to get my teaching qualification at L7 Post compulsory Education. I have a passion for Teaching and Learning and am a big advocate for the students and supports students as a Course Leader for Business Management. My areas of expertise are Cross Cultural Management and Leadership. My current research interests are Strategic Leadership and HRM At UA92, as well as Course Leading. I am also the 92Programme Lead for the World of Business and the Lead for Teaching and Learning.
Business Lecturer
I am a lecturer in Business and Management. I finished PhD in Business management from Sheffield Hallam University 2023. I have worked with different universities around the UK. I am very passionate about innovation and how innovative impact firm performance.
Business Lecturer
Sports Management Lecturer
I’m a Manchester Metropolitan University Graduate with over 25 years in the sports and leisure industry, putting great focus on creating inclusive, accessible activities and spaces for all. As a lead for equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in Salford. I’ve managed community sports development teams and programmes, including redeveloping school and university sports facilities in Greater Manchester. I’m now a lecturer in Sport Business Management at UA92, passionate about inspiring and educating future sports leaders to champion diversity and community engagement in the industry. In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf and padel tennis.
Course Leader: Sports Management
I have worked in the education sector for 30 years, leading companies in FE before making the change to work in HE two years ago. I have a varied career owning professional football clubs, manager / promoter in professional boxing and a director of a rugby union team. I also worked in the music industry for several years promoting house music events in England, Ibiza and Marbella! As well as working for UA92, I am a coach educator for the English F.A and own a private football academy where I coach boys and girls from the age of 7. Education-wise, I have 2 master degrees, 2 Johan Cruyff masters in Coaching and Sports management, Level 7s in Management and Strategic Management and am a WABC accredited executive coach. My big passion is football, and I am a long-suffering Sheffield Wednesday fan.
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*The NSS results referred to above compares UA92’s results against the 4 Universities in Greater Manchester (University of Bolton, Manchester Metropolitan University, Salford University and The University of Manchester). Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic support refers to the average score across all questions in these themes. Mental health support services refers to question: How well communicated was information about your university/college’s mental wellbeing support services?
** There may be exams in some subject areas where external accreditations are available.
*** If you start in February or April or as an accelerated student, we can’t guarantee your timetable will be fixed am/pm throughout your studies.
The standard entry requirements for the accelerated BA (Hons) Business of Football course is 104 UCAS points. However, each application is assessed on an individual basis, taking into consideration a wide range of factors. Depending on your personal circumstances, and in line with our Contextual Admissions Policy, your application may still be considered if you have less than 104 UCAS Points. Alternatively, we have other courses that we can offer. If you would like to know more about applying to UA92 or have any questions about our entry requirements, please contact our Student Futures Team.
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Some qualifications do not carry UCAS Tariff points but may still be considered. We take into account a range of qualifications and work/life experience that can demonstrate your ability to succeed on the course. Each application is assessed on an individual basis, taking into consideration a wide range of factors.
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International Baccalaureat
Pass the IB Diploma with minimum 28 points overall, with 14 points from Higher Level Subjects.
English Language Requirements
In addition to meeting the academic criteria, if your first language isn’t English, you may be asked for a recognised English language qualification. This is especially important if you are not a national of a majority English speaking country or you haven’t completed a degree in English. If you are an international student, in order to obtain a student visa, you will be required to demonstrate that you have the correct level of English language competency to study in the UK.
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