UCFB became the world's first higher education institution with university degrees in the football and sports industry when it was opened at Burnley F.C.The UCFB's Employability and Career Planning programme includes its Executive Guest Speaker Series and work experience opportunities.Previous guest speakers to UCFB have included Gareth Southgate, Harry Redknapp, Guillem Balague, Gabby Logan, Chris Hughton, George Cohen, Mauricio Pochettino, Brendan Rodgers and Steve McClaren.These include FA Coaching certificates, STATS (formerly Prozone Performance Analysis) and foreign language qualifications.Of the award, Flood said: "It is a truly unique opportunity for our students to engage their minds and receive invaluable support for their sports business ideas."