Custom Programs
Learning journeys designed to strengthen management, leadership, and business capabilities, aligned with your organization’s strategy and goals.
At Johan Cruyff Institute, we help organizations around the world develop their talent, take on new challenges, and grow through the knowledge, experience, and mindset of sport.
We design custom learning programs, connect organizations with specialized talent, and build partnerships with universities, clubs, federations, brands, and institutions that share our vision: to make sport a driver of development, innovation, and change.
Develop your organization’s talent
Every organization faces different challenges. That’s why every program we create is different.
We design custom learning experiences for organizations looking to develop their teams, strengthen their management and leadership capabilities, and prepare for the evolving demands of the sports industry.
We start with your goals and your organization’s reality to build practical, dynamic programs designed to deliver results.
In person, online, or hybrid. We turn knowledge into action through real-world cases, learning by doing, hands-on challenges, workshops, and collaborative activities that teams can apply directly to their day-to-day work.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every program is built around your organization, your people, and your goals.
From a focused workshop to an executive program, an international study trip, or a Sports Education Forum, we tailor the content, experts, methodology, duration, and format to each project.
You bring the challenge.
We design the experience.
Learning journeys designed to strengthen management, leadership, and business capabilities, aligned with your organization’s strategy and goals.
Short, dynamic, and interactive sessions designed to build skills, bring fresh perspectives, spark new ideas, and energize teams.
Immersive learning experiences in Barcelona and other international destinations that take you closer to where sport happens.
Study trips combine visits to leading sports organizations, sessions with industry professionals, workshops, exclusive experiences, and high-value networking.
High-level events that bring together industry leaders, experts, professionals, and academics to share knowledge, explore the trends shaping the future of sport, and create new connections and opportunities.
From your goals to a program built around your organization
It all starts with understanding what you want to achieve.
We look at your organization’s challenges, your teams’ needs, and the goals of the project. From there, we work with you to create a relevant, practical learning experience grounded in the realities of the industry.
A flexible process, from the first conversation to measuring results.
We listen to your needs, explore your context, and define the program goals together.
We build a custom solution around the right content, methodology, experts, format, duration, and experiences.
Our programs are led by active industry professionals and experts who bring current knowledge, hands-on experience, and a real-world perspective.
Real-world cases, challenges, workshops, simulations, and collaborative activities turn knowledge into action.
In person, online, hybrid, or international. We adapt the format, intensity, and schedule to fit your organization.
We evaluate the experience, gather feedback, and assess how learning translates into your team’s day-to-day work.
Ready to take on your next challenge? Let’s talk.
Connecting your talent with the Sports Industry
Your education is just the beginning. At Johan Cruyff Institute, we support our students and alumni throughout their professional journey, helping them strengthen their profiles, expand their networks, and connect with new opportunities across the sports industry.
Through career guidance, mentoring, internships, job opportunities, networking, and continuous learning, we connect our talent with clubs, federations, brands, agencies, companies, and organizations across the sports ecosystem.
We connect our students and alumni with organizations looking for specialized sports industry talent and share internship and job opportunities that help them take the next step in their careers.
We also bring these connections to life through initiatives such as STEP Day, our annual event connecting students with industry professionals and organizations, and our Sports Business Career Fair, where students and alumni can meet companies, explore career opportunities, and connect directly with professionals and leaders across the industry.
Joining Johan Cruyff Institute means becoming part of an international community that extends far beyond the classroom.
Our alumni network connects professionals across countries, organizations, and different areas of the sports business, creating opportunities to exchange knowledge, expand networks, collaborate, and continue growing throughout their careers.
We support our students at different stages of their professional journey, helping them define their goals, strengthen their profiles, and prepare for new challenges in an industry that never stands still.
We also help clubs, federations, brands, companies, and other sports organizations connect with skilled, motivated professionals with specialized knowledge of the sports industry.
Organizations can post internship and job opportunities, participate in our talent initiatives, and connect with candidates for specific roles or projects.
In addition, our partners have access to special discounts and partial scholarships on selected Johan Cruyff Institute programs, supporting continuous learning and professional development across their teams.
At Johan Cruyff Institute, we believe in the power of collaboration. We work with universities, educational institutions, clubs, federations, companies, brands, and organizations around the world that share our vision: to advance the sports industry through knowledge, talent, and collaboration.
Together, we develop programs, share knowledge, create experiences, connect talent, and launch projects that create new opportunities for people and organizations across the sports ecosystem.
Our partnerships are built around the goals and needs of each partner and can take many forms:
Universities and educational institutions with whom we share knowledge, develop programs, and create new learning opportunities across different markets.
Clubs, federations, and sports organizations committed to developing talent, strengthening their teams, and advancing professional management in sport.
Organizations within and beyond the sports industry with whom we develop talent, share knowledge, and build connections across the global sports ecosystem.
Discover how we can work together and create new opportunities.
“Students had the invaluable experience of interacting and connecting with leading figures, giving them a broad and diverse view of the sports industry. Beyond their perspective as fans, they explored what it means to be a manager, a sports agent, to build a brand, and the strategies behind marketing and club management. The program is specifically designed with their profile as young sports enthusiasts in mind, which is why speakers communicate using a ‘team language.’ Many arrived with curiosity to explore this world and find an initial path within it. I am confident this experience will provide them with significant advantages, as it has been truly enriching.”
“The program exceeded all my expectations and I enjoyed it immensely. Although each day had a slightly different focus, everything was interconnected and cohesive. I especially value the speakers’ commitment; it was clear they had carefully prepared their sessions, tailoring them specifically to us. Despite being a young group, they did not simplify the content; they provided high-quality information without holding back.”
“Having a partner like Johan Cruyff Institute, a leader in educating the next generation of sports professionals, gives us a powerful tool so that people passionate about sport can contribute positively. In this way, our athletes, coaches, administrators, and executives can access a unique education that allows them to understand football and sport in general from a perspective they would not otherwise have.”
“The Certificate Program in Sports Analytics has broadened my understanding of data analysis in the sports world. During the program, I learned various data analysis tools and techniques applied in professional sports. In addition, the professors provided relevant and in-depth material, which greatly helped me understand complex concepts. I recommend it to any professional who wants to deepen their knowledge of data analysis in a sports context.”
“I loved this experience of visiting the Johan Cruyff Institute headquarters in Barcelona and having the opportunity to attend a congress of the scale of SportBiz Europe, listening to testimonials from some of the most prominent figures in the global sports industry. I see this experience as a great opportunity for growth and development, for networking, and for staying up to date. It was incredibly enriching, and I wish it had lasted longer. I would love to do it again!”
“We came to this Sport Study Trip with colleagues from Latin America, from Peru and Mexico, and we are very happy with the experiences we had here in Barcelona during this week-long program. We had in-person visits to various sports institutions in the city and masterclasses with highly experienced speakers from within the industry. It has been very enriching and absolutely recommendable.”
“We strongly believe that it is essential to be able to clearly explain to the sports industry all the events that are organized. In this forum, benchmark events are discussed and analyzed, and there is still significant room for improvement in terms of cohesion and collaborative work. We can all benefit from a stronger sector, a clear commitment to international sport, and opening our territory as a top-tier sports destination. Promoting these types of formats, built around existing events, is a very positive approach. Expanding these spaces with the participation of the sports market, institutions, sponsors, and marketing and sponsorship professionals allows us to give voice and visibility to our projects. We hope institutions continue to support this initiative and that we can open this forum to an even wider audience.”
“The joint organization of the forums “The Legacy of Sports Events in Mallorca” and “The Legacy of Sports Events in Catalonia” has allowed us to create highly valuable spaces for debate and reflection on the impact of sports events in the region. The involvement of Johan Cruyff Institute, both academically and institutionally, has been key to ensuring the quality, rigor, and relevance of the content. We also highly value the internship agreement we maintain annually with the institution. Each year, we have the opportunity to welcome students in training who contribute with commitment and talent to the development of our events. This collaboration enriches both parties and reinforces our commitment to education and the professionalization of the sports sector. Finally, we also appreciate the opportunity to deliver occasional talks to showcase our company and the way we work. These sessions allow us to bring professional reality closer to students, present our Barcelona office, and establish initial contact with future professionals in the sector.”
“Working with Johan Cruyff Institute to co-organize the first Sports Education Forum in Georgia has been an incredible experience. From the start, the collaboration was marked by a shared passion for knowledge, excellence, and the long-term development of sports. Johan Cruyff Institute brought not only world-class expertise but also a spirit of openness and partnership that made the event a true success. This initiative has played a significant role in elevating the conversation around sports education in Georgia. It has helped connect local professionals, educators, and policymakers with global best practices and new ideas, something that has long been missing in our country. For me personally, the most valuable takeaway was seeing how much untapped potential exists in Georgia’s sports ecosystem. The enthusiasm of the participants, the depth of the discussions, and the connections made during the Forum have reaffirmed our belief that investing in education is essential to building a stronger, more professional future for sports in our country. We are proud to have taken this first step together with Johan Cruyff Institute and look forward to building on this foundation in the years to come.”