Ghana legend Michael Essien acquires UEFA Certificate in Football Management

Ghana icon Michael Essien has completed the UEFA Certificate in Football Management course—the players’ edition.

The course teaches players about the organization of world football, strategic and performance management, operational management, and more.

It took Essien nine months to complete the course. The Chelsea great participated in nine online modules as well as three face-to-face sessions to acquire the UEFA Certificate in Football Management.

This certificate adds to the UEFA A License Essien earned a year ago.

After completing the course, he took to social media to express his delight at the achievement.

“Football doesn’t end at the final whistle. Proud to have completed the UEFA Certificate in Football Management - Players’ Edition over the past 9 months — gaining skills for life after the game.

“It’s been an incredible journey, learning how to lead and shape football’s future, off the pitch.

“Thanks to UEFA for thinking about players and investing in our education!”

Essien already works as an individual Talent Coach at Danish Superliga side FC Nordsjaelland.