Course description
Understand the fundamentals of talent acquisition in football.
The Acquiring and Managing Talent in Football masterclass has been designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively identify, acquire, manage, develop, and retain talent within a high-performance sporting environment. This masterclass offers unrivalled insights into how these fundamental areas establish on-pitch success, but also the lucrative revenue that is generated through the transfer market and selling of players.
In a highly competitive world of football, talent is paramount. Throughout this masterclass, participants will gain the knowledge of the talent ecosystem and identify key aspects of developing a competitive advantage.
Suitability - Who should attend?
Masterclasses are open to any individuals looking to develop fresh perspective and understanding of acquiring and managing talent in the football ecosystem.
Whether you are just starting your career journey or are well established within your sector, this immersive masterclass will offer you a learning experience that will be beneficial to both your professional and personal development.
We welcome any individuals who are:
- 18 years of age and older.
- Current working professionals in the industry.
- Currently studying for or graduated with a related qualification.
- Aspiring for a career within the sector.
- Interested in talent acquisition in football.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
- Understand the fundamentals of talent acquisition in football.
- Identify the attributes and characteristics that define potential football talent in different positions and playing styles.
- Gain insights into the contract negotiation and transfer window process.
- Recognise the way clubs manage and develop their talent.
- Understand the different performance evaluation techniques in football.
- Understand the factors influencing player retention in football clubs.
- Enjoy a unique level of access to people of prominence in and around the sports industry.
- Establish new relationships and expand your professional network.
- Gain practical knowledge and insight that can be applied in your workplace and career.
- A certificate from City Football Leadership Institute upon successful completion of the masterclass.
Training Course Content
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An introduction to talent acquisition in football
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Talent identification and scouting
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Contract negotiation and player transfers
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Talent management strategies and processes
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The art of developing talent
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Evaluating performance
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Player retention strategies
Course delivery details
Masterclasses will be delivered via a one-day in-person experience in central London, followed by ten hours of online content that will be split across multiple two-hour live virtual sessions.
Find dates and times for the April 2024 Acquiring and Managing Talent in Football masterclass below.
All live virtual sessions will be recorded and made available to masterclass participants after the session has taken place.
Expenses
The course fee is £750 Exclusive of VAT
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City Football Leadership Institute
Alongside our partners at City Football Group, our variety of programmes offer invaluable insight, bespoke education, and unrivalled access for those aspiring to excel within the sport industry and beyond. It is important for those either looking to take their...