Antonia Landgraf discusses her journey through the FIFA Master course at DMU, highlighting her passion for sports, the insights gained, and her dedication to advancing women’s football through initiatives like the German Football Association’s FF27 strategy.
According to a report from DMU, Antonia has become part of the FIFA Master programme—a one-year, full-time postgraduate course in Management, Law and Humanities of Sport co-ordinated by the Centre International d’Étude du Sport (CIES) and taught across Leicester (UK), Milan (Italy) and Neuchâtel (Switzerland).
The article emphasises the course’s standing as Europe’s top-ranked sports-management postgraduate programme.
Antonia noted the opportunity before her, stating: “This is a perfect opportunity to help make an impact in the world of sports.”
The DMU piece details how the FIFA Master explores themes such as the birth of modern sport, professionalisation, internationalisation and ethical issues—via guest lectures, field visits and a rigorous academic programme.
DMU highlights that the programme is designed to develop “all-round managers who can cope with the increasingly complex world of sport”.
Upon completion, Antonia plans to bring back what she learns to drive change where sporting structures may lag.
The report further points out that the FIFA Master links participants with an alumni network and high-level sports organisations, enabling graduates to transition into influential roles in sport globally.
In that context, Antonia’s enrolment is not just a personal step, but a strategic investment in her ambition to shape sport’s future.
The article concludes that DMU is proud to host students like Antonia who combine ambition with a strong sense of purpose.