Areas of study are grouped by topic area and will include the following.
Setting the Vision and Strategy
- Establishing and reinforcing program culture
- Coaching philosophy for staff and players
- Developing a strategic plan
Shaping the Competitive Environment
- Establishing program benchmarks
- Talent identification and recruiting players, staff and volunteers
- Implementing Safe Sport policies to safeguard participants
Analyzing Performance
- Key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Player performance testing
- Analytics
Sport Science Practices
- Training design and periodization
- Sport psychology
- Sport nutrition
Professional Development
- Career planning
- Interviewing techniques
- Professional image
Management
- Ethical considerations in club soccer management
- Media relations
- Leadership and communication