Crusaders are delighted to confirm that our Head of Academy Declan Caddell has been accepted onto the ECA Academy Management Programme.
The ECA Academy Management Programme (AMP) is aimed at elevating and inspiring the next generation of directors and those in management positions within European club academies and is the latest offering from ECA Campus.
A product of the ECA Youth Football Strategy and Working Group, this blended executive education programme is committed to helping individuals and academies to realise their full potential. Through a tailored and flexible approach, the programme is designed with the specific needs and goals of the participants in mind, working through real-life case studies to support individual growth in key areas of academy management.
The ECA AMP is a nine-month programme, running from November 2023 to July 2024. The hybrid programme combines online and onsite learning hosted by top European football clubs such as AFC Ajax, Manchester City FC, and Club Brugge.
Online modules cover Strategic and Operational management development; Managing People, including leadership and working with the community; Football Development; and Final Project Work.
Mixed with that are 3-4 days of in-person onsite training within three modules at top academy locations across Europe.
Declan's participation will greatly benefit our Academy and Football Development Centres to ensure future growth and development.