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Start date: February 2, 2027
ONLINE COURSE · 2027 EDITION
SOCCER MANAGEMENTONLINE
An online course for people interested in working in soccer management, including current and former players preparing for the next stage of their careers.
Period
FEB - JUL 2027
Format
ONLINE
Training
92 HOURS
Classes
TUE & THU
SOCCER MANAGEMENT ONLINE
2027 EDITION
The programme explores the sporting, business and operational sides of professional soccer in the United States and Europe.
A practical, multidisciplinary pathway covering club management, sporting operations, regulations, performance, marketing and operations.
Live classes make it possible to attend from anywhere, with evening times designed for participants in the United States.
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46 lessons
Two-hour live classes every Tuesday and Thursday.
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100% online
Accessible from the United States, Europe and around the world.
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92 hours
A complete programme running from February to July 2027.
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Global outlook
Professional soccer in the US and Europe, compared.
Schedule and times
COURSE STRUCTURE
46 online lessons of 2 hours each, for a total of 92 training hours.
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Course period: February - July 2027
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Classes: every Tuesday and Thursday
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Los Angeles: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time
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New York and Miami: 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Final day
July 15, 2027, in Los Angeles, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
COURSE TOPICS
A COMPLETE PROGRAMME
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MODULE
Club Management
- Governance and club structure
- Strategy, budgeting and financial sustainability
- Club organisation and growth plans
- Business model analysis in modern football
Faculty
Alessandro Terzi
Director of Girls' and Women's Football Development - U.S. Sassuolo Calcio
Expert in women’s football development and club growth strategy.
Faculty
Andrea Fabris
Corporate General Director - Sassuolo
Professional with deep experience in governance and club operations.
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MODULE
Sporting Director and General Manager
- Squad construction and market evaluation
- Scouting, recruitment and data scouting
- Team composition and financial balance
- Relationships between management, technical staff and club
Faculty
Marco Di Vaio
Sporting Director - Bologna FC 1909
Former professional footballer and executive with experience in elite club management.
Faculty
Marco Benetti
Football Operations Director
Expert in operational organisation and strategic club development.
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MODULE
Match Analysis and Technology
- Match analysis and team performance
- Video analysis and technological tools
- Artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making
- Performance measurement and information management
Faculty
Filippo Galli
Trainer, executive and technical consultant
Experienced in technical training, tactical analysis and sports project development.
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MODULE
Academy and Talent Development
- Academy management and talent development
- College soccer and NCAA, scouting and international pathways
- Training progression and coordination between youth and senior teams
- Player profiling and talent growth
Academy
Corrado Buonagrazia
Youth Development Manager - Torino Football Club
Academy
Luca Romaniello
Youth Development Manager - Padova Calcio
Talent development
Enea Corsi
Technical Area Manager - Modena Calcio
Talent development
Silvio Broli
Scout Genoa and Sports Consultant
Specialist in youth development and international scouting.
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MODULE
Coaching and Performance
- Leadership and staff management
- Physical performance and injury prevention
- Training methodology and weekly organisation
- Technical relationship between staff, team and club
Faculty
Enea Corsi
Technical Area Manager - Modena Calcio
Faculty
Filippo Galli
Trainer, executive and technical consultant
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MODULE
Soccer Operations and Logistics
- Player care and team management
- Travel, trip logistics and organisation
- Registrations, compliance and operational procedures
- Internal club workflows and data management
Faculty
Marco Benetti
Football Operations Director
Faculty
Andrea Fabris
Corporate General Director - Sassuolo
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MODULE
Regulations and Contracts
- FIFA, UEFA and federation regulations
- International transfers and contracts
- Agents, negotiation and compliance
- Rights, responsibilities and sports governance
Faculty
Gianluca Renzi
National referee CAN C-LEGA PRO
Expert in football rules and governance dynamics.
Faculty
Luca Maggiani
Club Referee Manager - Juventus
Specialist in refereeing relations and club regulations.
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MODULE
Marketing, Media and Commercial
- Club marketing and sponsorship
- Ticketing, fan engagement and community
- Media, social media and personal branding
- Commercial development and identity strategy
Faculty
Alessandro Terzi
Director of Girls' and Women's Football Development - U.S. Sassuolo Calcio
Faculty
Silvio Broli
Scout Genoa and Sports Consultant
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MODULE
US Soccer and International Market
- MLS, USL and NWSL regulation
- Salaries, roster and the US market
- Comparing European and American soccer models
- Internationalisation and growth strategies
Faculty
Alessandro Terzi
Director of Girls' and Women's Football Development - U.S. Sassuolo Calcio
Faculty
Andrea Fabris
Corporate General Director - Sassuolo
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MODULE
Career Transition and Project Work
- Coaching in sport, networking and personal branding
- CV writing, LinkedIn and interviews
- Preparation for the final project and thesis
- Presentation of a professional career path
Faculty
Marco Di Vaio
Sporting Director - Bologna FC 1909
Faculty
Filippo Galli
Trainer, executive and technical consultant
PARTICIPATION FEE
Participation fee for the Soccer Management Online 2027 course.
USD 11,000
Participation fee for the Soccer Management Online 2027 course.
Course fee
Online course participationUSD 11,000
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