ECA is proud to announce the launch of the ECA Executive Leadership Programme (ELP) in collaboration with Harvard Business School Executive Education (HBS), an exclusive opportunity for senior leaders in football to elevate their leadership capabilities. The groundbreaking programme with HBS offers a unique blend of immersive case studies, expert-led sessions, and global networking, all tailored to the evolving challenges of the football industry.
“We are thrilled to open applications for this transformative ECA programme alongside Harvard Business School” said ECA’s CEO Charlie Marshall. “This is more than just an educational experience — it’s a unique opportunity for senior football executives to gain the tools, insights and lifelong connections needed to drive change and innovation within their careers, organisations and across the game as a whole, guided and inspired by the prestigious professors and learning methodologies of Harvard.”
This elite programme, designed for c-suite level football executives, is led by award-winning professor Anita Elberse, a renowned expert in the intersection of entertainment, media and sports. Professor Elberse shared her enthusiasm and vision for this groundbreaking programme, stating:
“This collaboration with ECA allows us to bring Harvard's world-class educational methods to a course that is specifically tailored to the challenges of modern football leadership, enriched by insights from across the sports and entertainment sectors. We are confident that the Programme will empower participants to become even more effective leaders, driving innovation in their organisations and across the entire football ecosystem."
The blended programme kicks off with a three-day immersive experience at the iconic HBS campus in Boston from 4–6 September 2025, followed by five dynamic live virtual sessions through the HBS Live Online Classroom from October 2025 to March 2026. The journey concludes with a two-day in-person programme wrap-up in March 2026 at a European destination to be confirmed.
Through Harvard’s pioneering case method and world-class faculty expertise, participants will engage with cutting-edge insights and strategies, positioning themselves at the forefront of leadership in sports management.
You can find out more about the ECA ELP and the HBS experience by downloading the brochure here. Applications are open until 14 March 2025. To apply please visit ECA Campus or contact campus@ecaeurope.com for further information.
Don't miss your chance to shape the future of football leadership.