Global Education Meets Elite Sport: A Game-Changing Partnership
Coursera has officially partnered with Real Madrid Graduate School – Universidad Europea (@RealMadridUE) to launch two powerful online specialization programs — now fully available in both English and Spanish. This initiative is designed to give learners everywhere access to the inner workings of one of the world’s most iconic sports institutions, blending academic depth with real-world industry application.
The Vision Behind the Collaboration
This strategic alliance between a world-leading online learning platform and one of the most decorated and influential sports clubs in history marks a turning point for global education in sport, media, and technology.
It brings world-class knowledge, cutting-edge tools, and exclusive insights straight to your screen — accessible from anywhere in the world. Whether you’re a student, a coach, a media professional, or simply passionate about the future of sport, these specializations offer a rare opportunity to learn from the very best.
The Two Specializations — What You’ll Learn
1. Artificial Intelligence in Sport: The Approach of a Club
This course unpacks the rising role of AI and data science in professional sport, specifically through the lens of Real Madrid’s high-performance culture.
It explores:
- How elite clubs use AI for talent identification, tactical analysis, and injury prevention
- The use of machine learning and big data in optimizing team and player performance
- Ethical implications and future trends of AI in sport management
Learn directly from Real Madrid’s data analysts, sports scientists, and tech strategists who are redefining the game from within.
2. Revolution in Sports Media: Innovative Strategies
This program takes learners deep into the world of sports communication, digital content, and global fan engagement.
It includes:
- How Real Madrid built one of the most powerful sports media ecosystems in the world
- The transformation of fan interaction through immersive technologies like VR, AR, and interactive streaming
- Case studies of how media strategies drive brand growth, sponsorship, and loyalty in the digital era
Ideal for marketers, content creators, brand strategists, and sports business professionals.
Course Structure & Delivery
Each specialization includes 4 in-depth courses, carefully structured to provide both academic knowledge and practical application.
You’ll gain:
- Access to exclusive video lectures, case studies, and club-level strategy breakdowns
- Lessons taught by leading industry professionals, including Real Madrid executives, coaches, analysts, and media experts
- Opportunities to work on real-world scenarios and gain certification upon completion
Who Should Enroll?
These programs are designed for a wide range of learners, including:
- University students and graduates seeking careers in sport, media, data science, or technology
- Professionals working in football clubs, federations, agencies, or sports startups
- Coaches and performance analysts interested in leveraging AI and modern tools
- Digital media and marketing specialists looking to understand next-gen strategies in sport
- Anyone with a passion for innovation, sports leadership, and global education
Why It’s a Big Deal
This partnership is part of a larger movement to open elite-level sports education to the world.
It reflects Real Madrid’s commitment not only to winning titles but to sharing knowledge, promoting innovation, and inspiring the next generation of sports leaders, creatives, and thinkers.
Whether you’re watching from Nigeria, Brazil, India, or the UK — now you can learn directly from the minds shaping modern football.
And this is only the beginning — more specializations, deeper insights, and advanced topics are expected to launch in the near future.
Enroll Now – Your Journey Starts Here
Both specializations are now available on Coursera — open to learners worldwide, with no geographic restrictions.
Check the link in our stories or visit Coursera to get started.
Let Real Madrid and Coursera help you train your dreams into reality.
Certificates available upon completion
Backed by the legacy of Real Madrid
100% online and self-paced
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