Next Gen Man City: The Business of Football

Next Gen Man City: The Business of Football

5 · 3 reviews
Location
  • England
    • Manchester
Term
Summer
Subject Areas
Sports

Program Details

Program Type
Faculty Led
Housing
Dormitory

Pricing

Starting Price
4999
Price Details
The price for 2026 Next Gen Man City is $4,999. This includes:

-25 hours of interactive workshops per week
-Leading industry experts
-Behind-the-scenes access
-Closing ceremony
-Certification of completion
-Etihad Stadium tour
-Extra-curricular activities
-All meals
-High-quality en-suite accommodation
-24/7 on-site security and residential support team
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Meals
What's Not Included
Airfare
Feb 10, 2026
Feb 04, 2026
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About Program

Step inside the business that drives the global game with Next Gen Man City - a premium summer experience where ambitious 14–17-year-olds uncover how world-class sports brands operate. Over two immersive weeks at the Etihad Campus, students gain real-world insight into the business of football through interactive workshops, expert sessions, behind-the-scenes access, and leadership-building challenges that ignite future careers in sport and business.

Key Highlights:
- Interactive Learning: Participants engage in 25+ hours weekly of hands-on workshops and sessions led by Manchester City experts, exploring careers in sports finance, marketing, sponsorship, fan engagement, event management, and more while building practical skills and business acumen.

- Behind-the-Scenes Access:
Students enjoy unique experiences like VIP tours of the Etihad Stadium, visits to the City Football Academy, opportunities to observe training sessions, and interaction with industry professionals.

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Program Highlights

  • Start dates in July
  • Helpful for college applications or future career in sport
  • Make new friends and develop soft-skills
  • Accommodation and meals included
  • Learn from Man City experts

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  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 4.35
  • Safety 5
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Neville
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My daughter loved it

The Next Gen Man City business program has been a great experiance for my child. It gave them a real insight into how a top sports team works, from marketing to leadership and strategy. My daughter loved the marketing session especially. The mentors were supportive and knowledgable, and the course helped build confidence and practical skills. Most importantly, it played a big role in helping my child secure a place at college, giving them a clear pathway and strong foundation for the future. Super happy with this program and would recommend to all. Can't wait to visit Manchester again.

38 people found this review helpful.
Hugh
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

It has helped my son get his first job in sport

My eldest son, Brock, took the Next Gen pre-college program a couple of years back. He had an awesome time.

He loved the workshops and meeting staff at City. He made lots of connections with both his peers and the staff at City, which has helped him to develop his skill set. It helped him decide he wanted a career in sport and having Manchester City on his resume definitely helped open some doors.

Brock loved being in Manchester, as did I. I flew over for the closing ceremony and it was a pretty awesome experience visiting the Manchester City stadium. Thanks for making me feel so welcome.

42 people found this review helpful.
Lucas
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A World-Class Learning Experience at Manchester City

The Next Gen: The Business of Football summer program at Manchester City was an outstanding and truly inspiring experience. The program offered a rare behind-the-scenes look at how a world-class football organization operates, blending strategic business insight with the culture, values, and innovation that define Manchester City.

From learning directly from industry professionals to engaging with real-world case studies, every session was both intellectually stimulating and practically relevant. The content went far beyond theory, covering key areas such as commercial strategy, branding, leadership, data analytics, and the global football ecosystem—all delivered at an exceptionally high standard.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
The most surprising thing I did was gaining behind-the-scenes access to how a world-class football organization like Manchester City truly operates. Seeing areas and processes that are normally hidden from the public—across operations, strategy, and day-to-day decision-making—was eye-opening.

It was surprising to realize how much coordination, innovation, and business thinking goes into every aspect of the club beyond the pitch. Being able to observe this firsthand transformed my understanding of football from just a sport into a complex, global business driven by data, leadership, and long-term vision.
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