
MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football
Course overview
The MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football at Birkbeck University, London, combines specialist teaching about sports and football-business management and economics with general training in management, business organisation, strategy, and research methods. The programme is structured to equip students with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the football industry or related organisations.
Compulsory modules taught include Football Management and Finance, Research Methods in Management, Sport and Society, Sport Economics and the Design of Competitions, Sport Governance, Sport Labour Markets, and Sport Marketing. Optional modules include Football Analytics, Digital Business Management, Legal Perspectives on Governance, and Entrepreneurship. Students are assessed through examinations, coursework and a final dissertation.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants for the MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football course at Birkbeck University, London, need at least a second-class honours undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification.
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Applications are reviewed on their individual merits, and professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively.
English Language requirements:
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Applicants whose first language is not English, or who have not previously studied in English, must provide proof of English proficiency, typically an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no sub-score less than 6.0.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football from Birkbeck, University of London, can progress into various professional roles, such as:
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Club Development Executive
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Business Administrative Manager
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Customer Service Manager
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Marketing Manager
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Sports Club Administrator
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for full-time international students on the MSc Sport Management and the Business of Football at Birkbeck, University of London, for the 2026/2027 academic year is £24,390. This amount may increase annually.
Admission
You can apply directly through the university's online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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