Duration
9 months
Fees
€8.500
Format
Onsite
Hybrid
Blended
Language
Spanish
English
1st
Masters in Spain
Best Masters in Sport Management in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024.
95%
employability
of students one year after finishing the programme.
85%
international students
8 out of 10 students come from abroad.
Our Professional Master’s in sports management, “International Sports Management”, designed and executed by ESBS European Sport Business School and the Valencia CF Foundation Training Centre (MBA Valencia CF), is a master’s programme that can be taken in various formats: onsite, hybrid, or online, in Spanish or English.
A master’s programme born from the sports industry in 2009, positioning itself as one of the most recognised and valued sports management programmes in Spain, named Best Master’s in Sports Management in Spain in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024, as well as being among the three best sports management programmes in Europe in 2018, 2022 and 2’24, according to the specialist ranking of the British publication SportBusiness.
On-site, Online, Hybrid
postgraduate programmes in sport management
100% Practical
Through case studies and academic visits
Labour insertion programme
Personalised mentoring for labour insertion
Professional Master’s in International Sports Management
You will learn with the Best Master's in Sports Management in Spain 2017 '18 '19 '22.
Programme aimed at:
People with a university degree who wish to acquire the necessary qualification for the direction and management of sports organisations, facilities, and events.
You'll be able to work in:
Your own company
Marketing
Sport Sponsorship
Sports events management
Sports facility management
Sports club management
Business Development
Internationalisation
Human Resources
Athlete representation
Faculty
Jorge Coll
ESBS European Sport Business SchoolCEO & Founder at ESBS |Marketing and Sponsorship Sports Advisor| University Lecturer.
Javier Alandes
FreelanceWriter, entrepreneurship mentor and speaker with experience in mentoring for startups, professionals and companies.
Daniela Negreda
Daniela Negreda ConsultantInternational experience in business planning, brand creation, and new business development. Passionate about sharing her experience with new generations and transforming knowledge into action through strategic planning.
Pedro Cebrián
Scuderia FerrariContent and Social Media Director for Scuderia Ferrari, where he has worked professionally for the past few years. Previous professional experience with other sports organizations in Spain and internationally.
Verónica Carrascosa
EntenderyOver 10 years of experience working with individual development programs, group workshops, and outdoor sessions to develop competencies and skills in an engaging, dynamic, and effective way for individuals and teams.
Gonzalo Alvarez Nölting
Método ConsolidaProfessional with over 20 years of experience in implementing Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement in the consulting and industrial sectors. Senior Consultant at Método Consolida.
Jorge Martínez Bernal
KATAPULT SPORTSHead of Football Operations. Over 15 years of experience working across different countries, advising high-profile clients such as UEFA, Manchester United, Manchester City, FC Porto, and the Real Madrid Foundation.
José Manuel Espejo Moreno
Simply the FirstDirector at SIMPLY THE FIRST SL with a 20-year career in the industry.
Juan Luis Garrigós
Garrigós & Llopis Consultores AsociadosDirector at GLR Partners - Garrigós & Llopis Consultores Asociados. Head of the Human Resources department.
Miguel Torró Nadal
Villarreal CFSports manager with experience in various roles and organizations within the sports industry. With 7 years of experience in the sector, he is currently a Project Manager for CRM & Digital Strategy at Villarreal Club de Fútbol.
Paolo Torchetti
Ex Seychelles Football FederationSports lawyer. He has represented various players, clubs, agents, federations, and executives in the sports world. International Sports Law professor at ESBS.
Laura Meseguer
EurosportFreelance journalist specializing in cycling with Eurosport Spain and Eurosport International. Author of the book “Metiendo Codos” about Spain's golden generation in cycling.
Daniel Gómez
PicnicWith over a decade dedicated to building strong and effective brands, he is currently the Project Director at Picnic and a professional specialized in sports marketing consulting.
Juan de Dios Crespo
Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo AbogadosOne of the best sports lawyers in Spain and Top 10 lawyer by Chambers and Partners Highlighted Lawyers Researching Rankings.
Alberto Talavera
Asociación Española de Gerentes de Golf (AEGG)Dedicated to the professionalization of the golf industry, constantly improving the training of directors and managers. Over two decades of experience in business management and strategy.
Maribel Vilaplana
Levante UDConsultant and trainer in high-impact communication. Journalist, speaker, and event host. Communication and Institutional Relations Advisor at Levante UD and official spokesperson for the club.
Antonio Bolaños
ESBS European Sport Business SchoolFormer General Manager at Volvo Ocean Race. Consultant for projects that combine sports, strategy, events, finance, marketing, and sports tourism.
Pedro Malabia
Liga FSports executive with over 20 years of experience in strategy and business development for clubs, leagues, and sports organizations. Currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Liga F and was previously Head of Women’s Football at LALIGA.
Pablo Pernia
Valencia Ricardo Tormo CircuitCommunications Director at Circuit Ricardo Tormo. Journalist with a strong background in motorsports and institutional communication. Specialist in digital communication and social media.
Ana Cortés
Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo AbogadosSports Lawyer at Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo | Sports Lawyer University Lecturer at ESBS.
David Cózar
AltafitSupply Manager and Director of Altafit Uruguay, Altafit Arena, and Altafit Campanar. A finance professional passionate about team management and sports. Previously worked at Deloitte and OVB Allfinanz.
Juan Crespo Ruiz-Huerta
Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo AbogadosSports Law consultant at Ruiz-Huerta & Crespo Abogados. Coordinator of sports law courses at European Sport Business School. Over a decade of experience in sports law.
Albert Valero
Albert Valero - Marketing en Ciclismo y TriatlónConsultor de marketing especializado en captación de inscritos para deportes de resistencia en Marketing en Ciclismo y Triatlón.
Borja Eroles
Valencia CFOperations Coordinator at VCF Academy. His trajectory at Valencia CF has spanned almost a decade where he previously held roles within the International Sports Development and Event Management areas of the group.
Alexey Kirichek
Botev PlovdivCEO Botev Plovdiv en Bulgaria. Experiencia en la creación de estrategias de marketing, gestión de relaciones de negocio, construir credibilidad y establecimiento de reportes con clientes potenciales.
Franco Segarra
Valencia CFInnovation Director
Kevin Vinuesa Vadillo
PinedaSportEuropean Athletes Area Manager en PinedaSport, empresa dedicada a la gestión deportiva en atletismo con más de 20 años de experiencia.
Juan Ruiz Navarro
HR Director in PTSHuman Resources Executive with +10 years of comprehensive experience in the field including recruitment and retention, conflict resolution, change management, labor relations and benefits administrations.
Pablo Negre Bañuls
Director of Services and Corporate Development / Board Member - Grupo ClasolInternational management executive and entrepreneur with a global view on emerging technologies and businesses, used to work with high profile stakeholders on listed companies. Specialized in Corporate Finance and Strategy has leaded changes in multiple organizations and lectured students in Universities and Business Schools.
María Sauri
Faus International FlooringCEO / Managing Director at FAUS International Flooring where she's worked for the past 10 years. Demonstrated ability to bring leadership and work in a teamwork-based culture.
Mauro Xesteira
Lecturer in Innovation & EntrepreneurshipSenior Officer in Innovative Entrepreneurship, at Valencia City Council through Las Naves Public Foundation, developing part of the 'València Innovation Capital' strategic frame.
Study Programme
- Module I.
The sports industry. Strategic management in sport organisations (8 ECTS) - Module II.
Legal aspects in sport (3 ECTS) - Module III.
Operations: sustainable management of sports facilities and events (12 ECTS) - Module IV.
Financial management in sports organisations (6 ECTS) - Module V.
Human resources and management skills (4 ECTS) - Module VI.
Sports marketing (4,5 ECTS) - Module VII.
Communication management in sports organisations (3 ECTS) - Module VIII.
Entrepreneurship and innovation in sport (1,5 ECTS) - Module IX.
Final master's thesis. Business plan (6 ECTS) - Module X.
Professional internship (12 ECTS)
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Professional Experience
Individual mentoring
Get to know yourself - We get to know you
During the first three months, we will study, analyse, and work on your professional profile through the Labour Insertion department.
300 hours of direct contact with the industry through 3 formulas:
Volunteering
The ideal opportunity to get to know the industry and expand your network of contacts. From "point 0" you will be able to volunteer to gain professional experience.
Work Experience
We will help you to gain work experience in a sport organisation.
International experience
You can work in an international sports organisation or, if you prefer, you also work in your home country outside of Spain. 15% of our students get work experience abroad.
Disclosure
- You must complete at least 300 hours of professional experience in the industry.
- You can choose any of the above three formulas or also do them simultaneously, your choice!
Professional Master’s in International Sports Management
You will learn with the Best Master's in Sports Management in Spain 2017 '18 '19 '22.
Why choose this programme?
- Goals
- Methodology
- Global Vision
- Certifications
- Calendar and fees
- Prerequisites
- You will obtain the tools and knowledge in sports management, learning how to lead and manage sports organisations, facilities, and events in an international and innovative environment through a 100% practical approach.
- Your employability, either through entrepreneurship, intra-entrepreneurship, or through getting your first job or promotion in a sports organisation.
- You will be able to detect business opportunities and develop the necessary management skills to do so.
- We will train you to lead and manage sports entities, organisations, facilities, and events.
- You will have the necessary managerial skills to manage and lead in the sports industry.
- You will expand your network of contacts through lecturers, industry professionals, peers, and professional experience gained in sports companies.
- You will learn about and develop the management of large sports facilities and events through case studies and academic visits.
- You will learn about management and leadership in the sports industry from the perspective of industry professionals, university professors, and sports managers through practical case studies.
- You will learn through a combination of theoretical and practical classes using case studies and teamwork in a multicultural environment, focused on the use of technology, innovation, and new industry trends.
- It will be the centre of your education, through an active learning methodology that will encourage interaction with peers and teachers, fostering a critical attitude and disruptive thinking for executive management.
- You will work with real case studies from industry professionals and have the opportunity to work with and learn from them.
- You will have access to Masterclasses, conferences, and round tables to learn about the experience of many of the key players in the sports industry’s growth, professionals you will have the opportunity to meet and who will give you a unique perspective on the industry’s reality.
- Multiculturalism: you will share classes and work in teams with students from over 40 nationalities.
- Internationalisation: You will visit international sports organisations and events, with the aim of understanding how they are managed, both in Madrid and Paris. Since 2009 we have visited and learned from professionals from organisations such as INSEP, Roland-Garros, Atlético de Madrid, Estadio Wanda Metropolitano, Wizink Center, Parc des Princess, Stade de France, Paris Accor Arena, among others.
- Language courses: You will have the opportunity to improve your English or Spanish through our language courses, tailored to your level and specialised in sport and management*.
*Not included in the programme.
Master’s in International Sports Management
Title issued by ESBS European Sport Business School and Centro de Formación Fundación Valencia CF.
Professional Master’s in International Sports Management
Title with the CUALIFICAM certification of the Foundation for Knowledge Madrimasd for the Quality Certification of Professional Master’s Programmes.
Its equivalent in the field of official university Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees is the Accreditation Procedure for qualifications and is carried out under the same quality standards of the European Higher Education Area.
- Duration: 10 months.
- Price: 8.500 euros *Special EARLY BIRD price of 7.500€ by paying all at once before May 31st, 2025.
- Languages: Spanish or English.
- Location: Valencia Campus.
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Format: Onsite, hybrid, or online.
- Pre-enrolment: from now-on until full capacity.
- Classes: 3 days a week Monday to Friday.
- Includes: Academic travel module operations to Paris and Madrid, among other visits to Alicante and sports clubs and organisations in the Valencian Community.
CV
Proof of nationality (ID or Passport)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a Spanish university, or equivalent foreign degree that grants access to a postgraduate degree. Access can be granted to professionals with certified experience of three years within the sports industry.
