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
Business Development
Upskill Course
FORMAT
Part-time onlineDURATION
26 WeeksLANGUAGE
EnglishTUITION FEE
Government-funded or 90,000 SEKUNLOCK 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 24, 2025
Format
Online
June 5, 2026
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The application process
GOVERNMENT FUNDED SEAT
FEE PAYING SEAT
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.
Below is the list of documents required to apply for Hyper Island Upskill courses.
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CV in English or Swedish
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Proof of your highest earned education (High School, Bachelor, or Master's Degree.)
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Proof of 2 years of relevant working experience (The proof can be agreements, recommendation letters, your first and last payslips, etc.)
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Upskill Application Task: Make a video related to the Application Task brief
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Proof of language knowledge: Anyone whose native language is not Swedish, Danish, Faroese, Icelandic, or Norwegian must have the necessary knowledge of Swedish. You will be asked to upload proof that you meet the language requirements, read more on the general entry requirements.
Please ensure that your full name is clearly visible on all documents you're submitting in your application. Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.
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.
Select one of the modules from the course syllabus and design the ultimate workshop with this in mind.
In a 2 minute video, creative presentation, or voice recording, share the following:
The name of your workshop: Give your workshop a clear and engaging title.
The big idea or challenge it addresses: What is the key concept, problem, or question your workshop focuses on? Why is it important?
The proposed solution: Describe how your workshop tackles this challenge. What activities, tools, or strategies will you use to engage participants and help them explore or solve the issue?
Tips for your Task: Be authentic and showcase your personality! Use anything you wish, whether that be props, sound effects or storytelling whatever feels natural to you and keep it concise.
Need inspiration or ideas? Check out our Toolbox here.
Please note that if you are applying to more than one Upskill course, you can apply with the same application task and just make a note of this.
Evaluation of your application task:
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.
You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date.
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.
Below is the list of documents required to apply for Hyper Island Upskill courses:
1. CV in English or Swedish
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 video related to the Application Task brief.
Please ensure that your full name is clearly visible on all documents you're submitting in your application. Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.
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.
Select one of the modules from the course syllabus and design the ultimate workshop with this in mind.
In a 2 minute video, creative presentation, or voice recording, share the following:
The name of your workshop: Give your workshop a clear and engaging title.
The big idea or challenge it addresses: What is the key concept, problem, or question your workshop focuses on? Why is it important?
The proposed solution: Describe how your workshop tackles this challenge. What activities, tools, or strategies will you use to engage participants and help them explore or solve the issue?
Tips for your Task: Be authentic and showcase your personality! Use anything you wish, whether that be props, sound effects or storytelling whatever feels natural to you and keep it concise.
Need inspiration or ideas? Check out our Toolbox here.
Please note that if you are applying to more than one Upskill course, you can apply with the same application task and just make a note of this.
Evaluation of your application task:
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.
You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date.
EXPERIENCE
The Hyper Island Way™
Program Overview
Here are the details for Business Development weekly online sessions to help you better organize your schedule:
- Way Week (Online): A 4-day online Waycourse, with 5 hours of learning each day. Scheduled on Monday to Thursday, 10:00 - 15:00 (CET)
- Weekly sessions (Online): Tuesdays & Fridays
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.

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

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

Business developer students helped Volvo Group during a 3-days Design Sprint

Content developer students helped Bolt to develop a new campaign for Bolt.
Loved by Lifelong learners
Discover what our lifelong learners have to say about Hyper Island Upskill courses through their own words.

"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."
(May) Rada Jutrakul
Program Manager @ Hyper Island

"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

"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