
Master in Sports Management and Legal Skills with F.C. Barcelona
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
Blended, Distance Learning, On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
Where a better future is built
Having an exciting job and contributing to improving everyone's lives sounds very nice, but possible? Yes, it is. Being part of the biotechnology sector means knowing that the task you perform daily will have a positive impact for you and for the world. You may contribute to obtaining a patent for the cure of a serious disease. You may contribute to securing the necessary funding for that research. Your contribution may be in the healthcare sector, or it may be in food, or in clean and renewable energy... Whatever it is, it's something to be proud of. You will have played your part, a significant part, in achieving a great result.

Work in the sector that is changing everything, for the better
The question you may be asking yourself now is, are there really job opportunities? The answer is yes. This is a program created by the industry itself to train the professionals they need. Therefore, in the second phase of the master's degree, you will join a biotechnology company or a law firm with a specialized area in the sector, where you will not only complete your training through direct practice, but also where you will be able to demonstrate your worth, with a view to your eventual incorporation.
It's for people...
Who want to be part of environments and teams that are challenging and at the forefront of innovation. Innovation that improves everyone's lives.
Who are seeking...
The necessary training to contribute to the biotechnology sector and a direct gateway into firms within the sector, to develop their professional careers therein.
To becomeโฆ
Into someone whose work significantly contributes to achieving a world without hunger and where incurable diseases are a thing of the past, among other benefits only achievable through biotechnology.
Firms that design, lead, and deliver this training:

Explore the Frontier of Science and Law
The ISDE Master in Biotechnology Law offers a unique fusion of specialized legal knowledge and immersion in the biotechnology sector. This pioneering program opens a world of opportunities for those interested in a field that lies at the intersection of law, ethics, and advanced science. Students not only gain a deep understanding of the legal aspects of biotechnology but also acquire practical experience through internships and collaborations with leading organizations in this sector. This positions them perfectly for specialized roles in law firms, biotechnology companies, research organizations, and governmental entities, where they can apply their unique skills and knowledge in an exciting and ever-evolving field.
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Curriculum
Sports Governance
- The structure and organization of sport entities (IOC, Sport Accord, International sports federations โFIFA-, national federations, professional leagues, US system v. European system, athlete unions)
- FC Barcelona Introduction
- Good Governance and Reputation Management
General Management of Sports Entities
- Strategic planning
- Organization and management
- Risk management
- Human resources
- Leadership in sports
- Change and transitional management in sports
- Management of sports facilities
- Motivation in the frame of the structural organization
Marketing, Sponsorship and Communication in Sports
- General concepts of marketing. Scope. Strategies. Markets
- Sports marketing. Definition. The industry. The Athletes. Sports entities.
- Brand management. Image rights
- Asset listing, commercial valuation & market research
- Kit suppliers
- Media rights (TV, radio, internet).
- Marketing plan. Marketing agencies
- Sports facilities. Stadia and services
- Sponsorship
- Communication in sport
- Ambush marketing
Finance And Accounting in Sports
- Finance Direction of clubs
- Accounting
- Financial analysis
- Income management / Asset management of clubs
- Image rights
- Corporate finance of clubs
Law in Sports
- Focus in Football Regulations: contracts, transfers, etc.
- Dispute resolution mechanisms (FIFA, TAS, BAT)
- Disciplinary and ethics in sports
- Clubโs Licensing and Financial Fair play
- Intermediation: player, coach, and club representation
- Integrity and doping
- Intellectual Property
Digital Transformation in Sports
- e-Sports
- Data Analysis
- Business Intelligence
- Digital content and fan engagement v. monetization
Organizations of Competitions and Events
- Organizing a sports event. Planning and task control
- Finances and management of a sports event. Budget control. Income and expenses
- Human resources. Teamwork. Leadership. Volunteers management.
- Key areas in a sports event: logistics and suppliers. Ceremonies and protocol. Marketing and sponsorship. Image, communication, and press. Security and access controls
- Legal Aspects of Sports Activity and Events
Corporate Social Responsibility
- Sustainability and External Relations:
- Labour Regulations
- General principles and employment relationships in football
- Corporate foundations, the soul of companies
Sports Governance & Social Impact of Sports
- Liability in Sports
- Governance in Sport
- Diplomacy in Sport
Strategy & Innovation in Sports
- Innovation in Sports
- New revenue streams
- Global Expansion
- International Affairs
- Compliance in Sports
- Sports & entertainment
Career Opportunities
- Management of sports entities
- Law firms
- Sports agent
- Sports consultancy
- Sports equipment industry
- Sports Centres
- Federations, leagues, clubs and associations
- Public administration
- Training and education
- Management in sports services companies
- Organization of sports events
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