Take your skills up a league
with the Global Institute of Sport
The Global Institute of Sport (GIS) offers ground-breaking degree programmes in the football and sports industry online and with access to a global network of industry leaders and elite stadium venues in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Belgium.
GIS is dedicated to the delivery of unrivalled Master’s degree programmes in the strategic, operational and business facets of the football and sport. GIS has developed a profile of pioneering qualifications to provide pathways into the exciting world of sport and enable those working within sport to drive forward their career in the global multi-billion-dollar industry.
Study in Europe
Our brand new Brussels Campus
Our new campus, offers the unique opportunity to study within the iconic 22,000-seater Lotto Park. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of sports with state-of-the-art teaching spaces and unparalleled access to industry insights.
In partnership with the prestigious Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), we are proud to deliver the Postgraduate Diploma in International Football Business. GIS is ranked in the prestigious SportsBusiness Magazine’s European Top 10 Postgraduate Programmes, sharing the stage with the world’s most elite institutions.
Aman Jain
What drew my attention me to GIS was the whole exposure I was getting. I was very excited about the global sports summits. They are a brilliant way to network in a market that someone from India like me just would not get the chance to learn more about.
GIS graduate
Manager, IOS Sports & Entertainment
Rohan Shukla
I moved from India to the UK to pursue my masters. After many failed attempts at trying to secure a role in the football industry. I decided to pursue the MSc Football Business Master’s with GIS. After completion of my course, I secured a placement job with Watford FC, where I worked for over 3 years. I then worked for Portsmouth FC, as their Partnerships Manager.
GIS graduate
Partnerships Manager, West Ham United. Formerly Portsmouth FC
Our degrees
The degree options at GIS are delivered either completely online as part of a truly global cohort, on-campus in a stadium environment at GIS Brussels and Miami, or in a distance with attendance format that combines online learning with one-week residentials in the sports capitals of London, Miami and Melbourne, taking in the iconic Wembley Stadium, Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium and Melbourne Cricket Ground respectively. This provides the ultimate flexibility for students to further their career ambitions from anywhere in the world and in a timeframe to suit their lifestyle.
Students can also choose to study any of our distance programmes whilst training and playing football full-time in Dubai at GIS Dubai Academy in partnership with The Player.
Why Study at the Global Institute of Sport?
Top-Tier Education: GIS is ranked in the prestigious SportsBusiness Magazine’s Global Top 40 Postgraduate Programmes and the 3rd best online programme for Sports Management, sharing the stage with the world’s most elite institutions.
Global Network: Our programmes are designed to provide fantastic networking opportunities, connecting you with leading professionals and peers who share your passion for football and sports management.
Experiential Learning: At GIS, your education goes beyond the classroom. Experience the thrill of learning in a live sports environment, ensuring you are not just a spectator but immersed in the business of football.
Discover global opportunities
Campuses and Global Hubs
On top of being able to study online and on campus in Brussels, each year our global hubs host annual Global Sports Summits, bringing together students, alumni and leading sports industry professionals in some of the most advanced sports and entertainment venues in the world.
Campus
Brussels, Belgium
Located at the iconic Lotto Park, the home of 34-time Belgian football champions RSC Anderlecht, the state-of-the-art GIS Brussels campus offers unparalleled access to world- class facilities and an immersive stadium learning environment right in the heart of Belgium.
Study Mode
Online
Study from anywhere in the world, with flexible learning options to suit your schedule. With GIS, you’ll unlock access to a global network of students, alumni and industry professionals to maximise your opportunities and excel in the most exciting industry in the world.
Academy
Dubai, UAE
Designed for footballers of all levels and aspiring sports industry experts, this initiative offers elite training, state-of-the-art facilities, and specialist academic tuition in Dubai’s year-round sunshine.
Campus
Melbourne, Australia
If Melbourne is the home of Australian sport, then the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the heart of it. This iconic venue is the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, boasting a capacity of over 100,000.
Campus
Miami, USA
Inter Miami CF’s 21,000-seater stadium is the home of our first North American campus. With online and distance with attendance courses available, our GIS Miami Campus provides a unique learning experience in an iconic destination.
Campus
London, UK
As the globally renowned ‘home of football,’ Wembley Stadium is an iconic hub of the international sports industry and is at the heart of your Wembley campus.
Global Hub
Toronto, Canada
Crowned Major League Soccer champions in 2017, Toronto FC are based at Canada’s national soccer stadium, BMO Field, and are owned by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE).
Live Lab
Jamaica
Get ready to step into the heart of football excellence with the Global Institute of Sport at our very first, innovative ‘Live Lab’ in Jamaica.
See for yourself
Our webinars & events
Our Open Events and Online Events provide an incredible opportunity for you to gain insight into the Global Institute of Sport. From our GIS Open Evenings where you can explore our iconic campus locations and teaching facilities, meet experienced faculty members, and discover the diverse range of degrees and courses that we offer, to GIS Online Events and Webinars providing you with unrivalled access and insights from around the world. Our events provide the perfect opportunity for you to Master the Industry with the Global Institute of Sport.
Our inspirational alumni
Career Prospects
As a result of the industry-led degree and employment opportunities, 99% of GIS graduates are in employment with 79% working in sport and 97% in highly skilled roles, based on the 2023 Graduate Census. GIS degrees also rank in the top 40 sports programmes by SportsBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, and has the number 3 ranked Sports Management programme in the world.
GIS graduates in full-time employment within 9 months of finishing their course
GIS graduates working in their desired industry of sport
GIS graduates working in highly skilled jobs
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