The FBA Graduates
Employment Report 2025

An annual, data-driven overview of where FBA graduates work and how
they build careers across the global football industry

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What is this report

The FBA Graduates Employment Report is an annual publication analyzing the professional outcomes of graduates who have successfully completed the Professional Master in Football Business at The Football Business Academy.

Based on data from the FBA Graduates Survey 2025 and the SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, the report examines employment trends, professional roles, sectors, and geographical distribution across a global cohort of approximately 300 graduates from the 1st to the 15th editions of the program.

Key facts & insights

Graduates working in the industry 12 months after graduation

International graduates from more than 80 nationalities across 5 continents

Career-switchers bringing transferable skills into the football industry

Multiple career pathways (clubs, federations, agencies, consultancies, tech)

Where The FBA Graduates work

FBA graduates operate across the full football ecosystem and beyond.

While clubs and federations remain key employers, agencies, consultancies, and specialized service providers have emerged as central actors in graduate employment, reflecting the increasing professionalization and complexity of the modern football industry.

Selected organizations where FBA graduates are currently working. Download the Report to see the full list.

Why this report matters

For the football industry

Access to professionals with strategic versatility, international exposure, and a strong understanding of modern football operations.

For partners

Clear evidence of the impact generated through educational collaboration and talent development aligned with industry needs.

For future candidates

Transparency on career pathways, employability outcomes, and professional destinations after completing the program.

Industry leaders recognize the value FBA graduates bring to football organizations.

"The FBA has been doing a wonderful job, playing an important role in football business education, which is critical for clubs’ organizational and professional growth.”

Francisco Salgado Zenha
Executive Vice President, Sporting Clube de Portugal

Why this matters today

As the football industry continues to evolve, understanding where professionals are today, and how careers develop across a complex global ecosystem, has never been more relevant.

The FBA Graduates Employment Report offers a structured, data-driven perspective on graduate outcomes, highlighting current roles, industry pathways, and the ongoing professionalization of football business.

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