PGR 2025: CIES International Sport Management MA
- The International Master (MA) in Management, Law and Humanities of Sport - known as the FIFA Master - has been recognized as the top-ranked sports management course in...
- Established in 2000, the FIFA Master is a one-year, pan-European program that accepts a cohort of up to 32 students.
- As of 2024, approximately 90% of the nearly 700 FIFA Master alumni, representing over 120 countries, are employed within the international sports industry.
FIFA Master ranked #1 in Europe for 13th Time
The International Master (MA) in Management, Law and Humanities of Sport – known as the FIFA Master – has been recognized as the top-ranked sports management course in Europe for the 13th time in 14 years. The program is operated by the International Center for Sport Studies (CIES).
Established in 2000, the FIFA Master is a one-year, pan-European program that accepts a cohort of up to 32 students. Students study at three institutions: De Montfort University in Leicester (UK), SDA Bocconi School of Management in Milan (Italy), and the University of Neuchâtel (switzerland). CIES is headquartered in Switzerland.
As of 2024, approximately 90% of the nearly 700 FIFA Master alumni, representing over 120 countries, are employed within the international sports industry.
The course also held the top European ranking in 2022, 2023, and 2024, and currently ranks fourth globally in postgraduate rankings. This consistent performance underscores the program’s quality and impact.
The FIFA Master is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary (2024-2025), coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the CIES.
Key Rankings Highlights
- Top-ranked European course for 13 out of 14 years.
- Achieved a higher employment rate at the 12-month mark than the top three overall courses in the rankings.
- Demonstrates a strong alumni network and robust industry connections.