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Football Law Programme
A specialist programme on the regulation of football, including transfers, disputes, agent rules and financial regulation. Useful for lawyers, agents and club administrators.
Short programmetypical duration
1stage
8careers that list it
Internationalreach
How much does it matter?
It is a gate in the 3 roles marked Required below, and strongly preferred in 3 more.
Typical entry: Normally for people already working in law or football administration.
Stages and topics
- Modules: Employment and transfer rules, Dispute resolution, Agents regulation, Financial regulation
Outlines are simplified. Confirm the current structure, eligibility and fees with the awarding body.
Sectors it supports
Careers that list it, by how much it matters
Required
Strongly preferred
- Player Registration & Compliance Officer
- Football Compliance & Regulation Officer
- Football Governance & Regulatory Officer
Helpful
Not needed
Recognition by region
| Region | Recognition |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Strong |
| Spain | Strong |
| Germany | Strong |
| Italy | Strong |
| France | Strong |
| United States & Canada | Recognised |
| Brazil | Recognised |
| Saudi Arabia & the Gulf | Recognised |
| India | Recognised |
| Nigeria & West Africa | Recognised |
Recognition ratings are a general guide. Employers and regulators set their own requirements.