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Business Development

Upskill Course

FORMAT

Part-time online

DURATION

26 Weeks

LANGUAGE

English

TUITION FEE

Government-funded or 90,000 SEK

UNLOCK YOUR INNOVATION POTENTIAL

The Business Development course, with a focus on Digitalization and Sustainability, is designed to provide you with practical experience and an understanding of how to create, run, and innovate a business. You'll find the intrapreneurial courage to make impactful changes by diving into hands-on projects and discovering ways to improve your leadership skills.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

If you want to discover the latest insights in business, gain practical knowledge, skills, and utilize powerful tools to transform your strategic ideas into impactful actions, join Hyper Island Business Development Upskill course.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • check Tackle significant and impactful problems aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals framework.
  • check Implement quick prototypes, concepts, and solutions.
  • check Acquire strategy tools, concepts, and frameworks to design user-centric based on customer needs.
Start Date
End Date

November 11, 2024

Format

Online

May 23, 2025

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Applications will open in Spring 2025
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Swedish Government Funded Seats Available.

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The application process

  • GOVERNMENT FUNDED SEAT
  • FEE PAYING SEAT
Find out if you qualify for Swedish government funded seat and learn about the required documentation needed for your application.
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To be eligible for a YH Swedish government-funded education, certain criteria must be met. For complete details, please refer to the information provided on this page: Eligibility requirements

 

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Swedish residents may also qualify for financial aid through CSN during their studies. For complete details, please refer to the information provided on this page: Eligibility requirements

For those applying from Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Finland and the Faroe Islands, you should contact your local education support provider.

What documents need to be submitted? expand_more expand_less

Below is the list of documents required to apply for Hyper Island Upskill courses.

1. CV in English
2. Proof of your highest earned education (High School, Bachelor, or Master's Degree.)
3. Proof of 2 years of relevant working experience (The proof can be agreements, recommendation letters, your first and last payslips, etc). You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.
4. Upskill Application Task: Make a 1-minute video.
5. Have basic knowledge of the Swedish language, or any of the other Scandinavian languages (Danish, Faroese, Icelandic or Norwegian), please refer to Tab 1 'Check if you are eligible for Government-funded seats' to see what we accept as a proof.


What if I do not fulfil the standard entry requirements?


You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.

 

Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.

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APPLICATION TASK TOPIC

 

Record a 1-minute video and share your insights on the following questions. 

 

1. What aspects of your current or past job have you felt most passionate about, and how will this course enhance that passion?

 

2. Can you describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to a new technology or process at work?


EVALUATION OF APPLICATION TASK VIDEO

Basics | 2 points: Submitting a task in English.

Communication | 2 points: Communicating the idea in a clear way & showed abilities to ‘catch the viewer’.

Presentation | 2 points: Interesting presentation with a clear ending.

Reflection | 2 points:  Providing in depth reflection and clearly demonstrating learning and personal growth.

Outlook | 2 points: Being able to reflect on the learnings and envisioning the future.


Please note that if you are applying to multiple Upskill courses, you have the option to include your answers in one video or submit a separate video for each course you are applying to.

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You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date. 

Find out if you should apply as a fee-paying student and learn about the required documentation needed for your application.
Check if you are eligible expand_more expand_less

If you don't qualify for a Swedish Government-funded seat, you are welcome to apply as a fee-paying student. There is no need to submit any proof of proficiency in Nordic languages. 

What documents need to be submitted? expand_more expand_less

Below is the list of documents required to apply for Hyper Island Upskill courses.

1. CV in English
2. Proof of your highest earned education (High School, Bachelor, or Master's Degree.)
3. Proof of 2 years of relevant working experience (The proof can be agreements, recommendation letters, your first and last payslips, etc).
4. Upskill Application Task: Make a 1-minute video.


What if I do not fulfil the standard entry requirements?


You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.

 

Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.

Learn more about your application task expand_more expand_less

APPLICATION TASK TOPIC

 

Record a 1-minute video and share your insights on the following questions. 

 

1. What aspects of your current or past job have you felt most passionate about, and how will this course enhance that passion?

 

2. Can you describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to a new technology or process at work?


EVALUATION OF APPLICATION TASK VIDEO

Basics | 2 points: Submitting a task in English.

Communication | 2 points: Communicating the idea in a clear way & showed abilities to ‘catch the viewer’.

Presentation | 2 points: Interesting presentation with a clear ending.

Reflection | 2 points:  Providing in depth reflection and clearly demonstrating learning and personal growth.

Outlook | 2 points: Being able to reflect on the learnings and envisioning the future.


Please note that if you are applying to multiple Upskill courses, you have the option to include your answers in one video or submit a separate video for each course you are applying to.

Get the final result expand_more expand_less

You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date.

EXPERIENCE
The Hyper Island Way™

Program Overview

Course Format expand_more expand_less

Discover the Business Development Upskill course, offering the flexibility of online learning while allowing you to maintain your job. Please find below all the essential details about our weekly online sessions:


Weekly online sessions:

  • Wednesday: 15:30-18:00 CET
  • Fridays: 09:00 - 11:00 CET

Way course commitment:

  • Dates: November 11th - 14th
  • Format: Online Sessions
  • Time: From 9:30 -12:00 to 13:00 - 15:30 CET (including a lunch break from 12:00 to 13:00)

5 Areas of Study expand_more expand_less

During the Business Development Upskill course, you will explore 5 modules:

  • The Hyper Island Way Course
  • Sustainable Models 
  • Exponential Technologies 
  • Design for Change 
  • Future Scenarios

Real World Ready

We believe in experience-based learning.
Our students learn by working with real clients on their challenges.

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160 students helped Google’s Global Managing Director during a 3-days Design Sprint.

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Loved by Lifelong learners

Discover what our lifelong learners have to say about Hyper Island Upskill courses through their own words.

May - SCL

"When discussing the Sustainability Change Leadership course, I emphasize its goal to provide a foundational understanding of the work and complex systems. It equips learners with tools and approaches needed in various settings, fostering skills to lead with empathy, resilience, and understanding towards a sustainable future."

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(May) Rada Jutrakul

Program Manager @ Hyper Island
Industry Leader Testimonial 1

"The Hyper Island Upskill course offers a brilliant opportunity to fast-track your career and enhance your existing skills. It seamlessly combines the power of teamwork, problem-solving, and the unique magic that Hyper Island brings. These courses are perfect recipe for personal and professional growth."

 

 

 

 

Maksimilian Kallhed

Strategy & Innovation Consultant

Industry Leader Testimonial 2

"The Business Developer Upskill course embraces practical, interactive "learning by doing." Students from diverse backgrounds work on business cases or collaborate on innovative ideas, addressing real issues within their companies. The methodology profoundly impacts students' mindsets, empowering them to become real "change agents."

 

Moira Buzzolani

Founder @ MBUZZ Consulting & Coaching
CNN x Hyper Island
Forbes x Hyper Island
Financial Times featured Hyper Island

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