FIFA: 3^rd edition of the Diploma in Club Management, applications accepted until 29/02/2024

FIFA has launched the third edition of its "Diploma in Club Management", which offers "club executives and former players from around the world the chance to share knowledge and gain invaluable insights from the industry," said the international federation on 22/01/2024. The application period is open until 29/02/2024 (brochure available to download).

"Over the course of one year and a half, the 40-odd participants will have the chance to hear from a variety of influential figures about what makes a successful club tick and see case examples for themselves during on-sight visits in a number of countries," said FIFA, regarding the course that was launched in 2021 "with the aim of levelling up off-the-pitch standards around the world, in line with FIFA's goal of uniting the world through football."

"The diploma, which is aimed at club executives, players, former players and coaches, will cover six modules: leadership and management, sporting strategy and youth academies, marketing and communication, club operations and stadium management, governance and legal matters, and finance. It…