Global Institute of Sport (GIS) Partnership
The Professional Football Scouts Association (PFSA) are thrilled to partner with the Global Institute of Sport (GIS). GIS offers cutting-edge Master’s degree programs in football and sports, available online and backed by a global network of industry leaders and top stadium venues in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and Belgium.
GIS is dedicated to providing exceptional Master’s degree programmes that focus on the strategic, operational, and business elements of sports. Through its innovative qualifications, GIS opens pathways into the vibrant sports industry, enabling professionals to elevate their careers in this global multi-billion-dollar field.
GIS offers a variety of Master’s programs:
- MSc Football Business (Online)
- MSc Football Coaching & Analysis (Hybrid: Online with two one-week sessions in London, Miami, or Melbourne)
- MSc Football Communications & Digital Marketing (Online)
- MSc International Sport Management (Online)
- MSc Performance Analysis in Football (Online)
- MSc Sports Marketing & Media (Online)
- Postgraduate Diploma in International Football Business (On-campus in Brussels)
These programs are available either full-time or part-time, with a September start date each year. Notably, the popular MSc International Sport Management also offers an additional intake in January.
GIS offers various modes of study:
- Online: Fully remote learning
- Hybrid: Primarily online with two on-campus sessions in London, Miami, or Melbourne
- On-campus in Brussels: Held at Lotto Park, home of RSC Anderlecht
- Study & Play in Dubai: Online programs with on-site support, including football training and matches with The Player
The Partnership
We are excited to join forces with a top international education provider. This partnership will create new opportunities for students globally, enabling them to learn and thrive in diverse settings. With our partner’s extensive network of schools and universities, students will gain access to a wide array of career paths through education and practical experience. This marks the beginning of building a global community where everyone can access enriching educational experiences. We are thankful for the chance to collaborate with such an esteemed partner to bring this vision to life.
Take your career further
The PFSA offers a robust foundation in scouting and analysis through both tutor-led sessions and self-paced learning. If you are looking to start or advance a career in football analysis, management, or coaching, you will find valuable GIS links below.
Please note, if you are a current student at GIS please contact your programme lead for more information how to kickstart your career in scouting and analysis.
