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CORE

A shared academic foundation. These required modules build essential skills for long-term growth in your field.

Must Take

Introduction

Start your journey with a bootcamp-style course that brings students from every programme together. Learn the fundamentals of Harbour.Space’s hands-on model, meet your peers, and get ready to collaborate across disciplines.

From Zero to Hero

4 ECTS

The course represents a deep dive into concepts and frameworks introduced during orientation. It is designed to teach students the process of creating a new venture. It introduces its participants to the concepts, challenges, and tools needed to create a successful new venture. Business model design & validation frameworks are studied and applied to the teams’ startups.

Must Take All

Major Core

These modules form the backbone of your education. They are designed to help you think critically, solve complex problems, and build the deep technical or strategic skills required for your discipline.

Consumer Behaviour

4 ECTS

This course offers a deep exploration of the psychological and behavioral drivers behind consumer decision-making. Students will examine foundational and contemporary theories from behavioral economics, cognitive psychology, and marketing science to better understand why consumers choose, purchase, and remain loyal to specific products and services. Emphasis is placed on ethical approaches to influencing behavior, with practical applications directly tied to students’ ongoing product or marketing projects. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to apply psychological insights to design more resonant and successful offerings.

Fundamentals of Digital Product Management

4 ECTS

This course introduces the foundational principles of digital product management. Students will explore core concepts such as product lifecycle, market-fit, stakeholder collaboration, and agile methodologies. Case studies from successful product-driven companies will provide practical context, enabling students to critically assess product strategies and develop a framework for managing digital products in dynamic environments.

Human Centered Design

4 ECTS

This course explores advanced design methodologies that place human needs, behaviors, and contexts at the center of the creative process. Students will develop skills in ethnographic research, problem framing, and iterative prototyping to create impactful, user-informed solutions. Through participatory design practices and critical analysis, students will examine the ethical, cultural, and systemic dimensions of design. The course emphasizes inclusive, evidence-based approaches aimed at addressing real-world challenges across diverse contexts.

The DNA of Digital Business Transformation

4 ECTS

Agile Product Development

4 ECTS

Building great tech requires more than great product knowledge and management - it requires a deep understanding of Agile ways of working. “Being agile” is so much more than dev team practices, it is being mentally flexible and highly adaptable to constant change. In this class, students will learn how to navigate the jargon and use agile concepts to achieve terrific results with teams and organizations. In addition to learning about the frameworks scrum and kanban, we will review the philosophical principles behind why these frameworks can be useful, how to modify or recombine them, and how to be sensitive to the human psychology that makes it all work. Through a combination of lectures, small-group work, learning games, workshops, and projects (both structured and self-directed), students will learn to avoid the pitfalls and leverage Agile for their product and business success.

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Capstone Project

The Capstone Project is the culmination of the Digital Transformation program, where you address real-world business challenges through technology-driven change. Working independently or in teams, you will apply your understanding of digital transformation to a meaningful project, demonstrating your ability to lead digital initiatives and drive organizational change.

Client Work

8 ECTS

Work on a real-world project for an external client. This capstone option provides hands-on experience collaborating with industry partners, managing client expectations, and delivering professional solutions to real business challenges.

Startup

8 ECTS

Launch your own startup as your capstone project. From ideation to MVP development, you will work through the entire startup lifecycle, applying entrepreneurial principles, product development, and go-to-market strategies learned throughout the program.

Independent Project

8 ECTS

Design and execute your own independent project, driven by your unique interests and career goals. This capstone option offers maximum flexibility to explore innovative ideas, conduct research, or develop solutions that reflect your personal vision and professional aspirations.

ELECTIVES

Choose from a rotating selection of specialised topics to deepen your interests. Availability may vary year to year.

Choose at least 4

Major Electives

Go deeper into your discipline by choosing electives that align with your personal and professional goals. These courses offer advanced knowledge and flexible focus areas.

Idea to Product

4 ECTS

Idea to Product introduces students to the foundations of entrepreneurial thinking and product development. Through frameworks such as Design Thinking and Lean Canvas, students learn to identify problems, shape business concepts, and explore product-market fit. Real-world cases and intensive workshops guide students through the product lifecycle, equipping them with practical skills in business design, product strategy, and commercial acumen.

Digital Strategy and Platforms

4 ECTS

This course explores the core components of digital marketing strategy, emphasizing how brands can integrate platforms and tactics into cohesive campaigns. Students will gain foundational knowledge of content marketing, social media, SEO, paid media, and lead generation, while developing an understanding of how these tactics align with broader business and brand goals.

Design Research

4 ECTS

This course prepares students to conduct rigorous design research within the context of complex systems and emerging technologies. Emphasizing ambiguity as a strategic resource, students will engage with theories from cybernetics, complexity science, and media studies to uncover latent user needs and systemic dynamics. Through seminars and hands-on studio work, students will develop original research projects, using tools like grounded theory and sensemaking to inform early-stage product and service strategy.

Intro to UX

4 ECTS

Intro to UX I introduces students to core UX design methodologies, including systems thinking, user flows, sitemaps, and other schematics. The course explores how user experiences are shaped by complex technological and business ecosystems, training students to analyze user behavior, identify needs, and communicate design solutions that are both functional and human-centered.

Product Analytics Fundamentals

4 ECTS

Product Analytics Fundamentals is a comprehensive course that covers the essential elements of analytics, including applied statistics, programming skills, AB-testing, visualization, and understanding data. This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in analytics so they can make data-driven decisions. Students will learn how to collect and analyze data using statistical methods, how to extract insights from data, how to conduct AB-testing to optimize product performance, and how to visualize data to communicate insights effectively.

Fundamentals of Product Management

4 ECTS

The Fundamentals of Digital Product Management offers a clear and structured introduction to the field, blending academic insight with industry best practices. Students examine how successful companies manage digital products, while learning the terminology, tools, and mindsets required to contribute to cross-functional product teams. This course lays the groundwork for deeper study in the evolving discipline of product management.

Lean Startup Bootcamp

4 ECTS

Want to turn your ideas into real-world impact? In the Lean Startup Bootcamp, you’ll learn how to test, build, and launch ventures that solve real problems. Through hands-on projects and proven tools like Lean Startup and Design Thinking, you’ll gain the skills and mindset to innovate in any field—whether you’re into business, tech, design, science, or social change.

Visual Design

4 ECTS

This course offers a rigorous introduction to the principles and systems that underpin effective visual design in digital environments. Grounded in theories of perception, cognition, and communication, students will explore core elements such as hierarchy, alignment, contrast, and typography. Emphasis will be placed on creating and evaluating visual design systems that enhance usability and brand coherence. Students will develop design solutions for interactive products and build critical competencies in visual storytelling, critique, and professional presentation.

Creating and Applying Interactivity

4 ECTS

In this course, students will learn how to make everyday objects interactive, focusing on both functional and emotional design. Through hands-on exercises, they’ll explore how to create user-friendly interactions that enhance experiences, simplify tasks, and foster connections. The course emphasizes designing with purpose, considering how interactivity can positively impact users.

Financial Modelling

4 ECTS

Financial Modelling Workshop offers a structured, hands-on approach to building financial projections for early-stage ventures. Students learn to define core assumptions, model revenue and cost drivers, and assess funding strategies. Emphasis is placed on model logic, presentation clarity, and the ability to adapt financial structures to evolving business realities.

Storytelling for Brands

4 ECTS

In this course, students will explore how storytelling functions as a strategic tool in digital brand communication. Emphasising both theoretical and applied perspectives, the course examines how narratives influence consumer behaviour, shape brand perception, and create cultural resonance. Students will gain practical experience in crafting brand stories and developing digital PR strategies designed for diverse audiences and channels. The course also considers the broader implications of storytelling in leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal branding.

Growth Hacking (Growth Strategies in Tech)

4 ECTS

This course prepares students to lead growth initiatives in fast-moving tech ventures. Combining customer psychology, performance metrics, and agile strategy, students learn how to craft and execute high-impact growth plans. Case studies from top startups and scale-ups illustrate the challenges and opportunities of building and scaling customer-centric products.

Content Marketing Masterclass

4 ECTS

This course explores content marketing as a performance-driven strategic discipline, emphasizing its role across the full B2B sales funnel. Students will learn to design content systems that integrate search engine optimization (SEO), audience intent modeling, conversion architecture, and data-informed decision-making. Through a step-by-step examination of the buyer journey, students will map the path from discovery to conversion, optimizing each touchpoint to generate measurable demand. The course blends strategic theory with practical tools for content planning, production, and analytics.

Digital Analytics Using Google Platform

4 ECTS

Focusing on the intersection of data and marketing decision-making, this course provides students with foundational knowledge of digital analytics using tools from the Google Marketing Platform. Students will gain experience in designing measurement frameworks, interpreting user behaviour across digital channels, and communicating findings for strategic impact. Emphasis is placed on real-world application, ensuring students can assess digital performance and support evidence-based marketing strategies across diverse business contexts.

Sales as Science

4 ECTS

Sales as a Science offers a structured exploration of modern B2B sales, combining strategic frameworks with practical tools. Students learn to navigate the full sales cycle—from buyer behavior to sales methodology—while developing a comprehensive Sales Playbook. The course emphasizes analytical thinking and decision-making through the lens of commercial leadership.

Product Strategy

4 ECTS

Product Strategy provides a comprehensive framework for creating and delivering products that generate lasting value. Students will investigate key concepts such as value propositions, product-market fit, and go-to-market strategy, while exploring the organizational and operational factors that shape strategic choices. Emphasis is placed on integrated thinking across product, business, and ecosystem contexts.

Designing Brand Experiences

4 ECTS

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the process involved in designing meaningful brand experiences. Students will learn to blend strategic thinking with creative execution, incorporating elements such as brand narrative, product analysis, and customer insights. Through case studies and practical exercises, students will develop skills in creating a distinctive brand voice and ensuring that every touchpoint enhances the overall customer experience.

Leadership

4 ECTS

This course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to cultivate long-lasting leadership influence and make a meaningful impact, even in the face of change, crises, and criticism. While technical or "hard" skills may secure high-potential individuals top positions, this course focuses on the development of "real skills" that enable leaders to build, sustain, and thrive in their leadership roles. The course will empower future leaders with the transformative Three Pillars of Leadership: Awareness, Behavior, and Visibility to take their leadership to the next level.

Pitching to Investors

4 ECTS

Pitching to Investors prepares students to craft and deliver concise, high-impact presentations to one of the most demanding audiences: investors. Over three weeks, participants refine their individual presentation style, learn how to frame startup narratives, and master the use of visual storytelling to support funding goals. The course culminates in a polished, investor-grade pitch.

English Business Communication

4 ECTS

This course is a business English course for business people. It consists of authentic topics of great interest to everyone involved in or studying international business. The course reflects the latest trends in the business world. If you are into business, the course will greatly improve your ability to communicate in English in a wide range of situations. If you are a student of business, the course will develop the communication skills you need to succeed in a professional environment and will broaden your knowledge of the business world. Everybody studying this course will become more fluent and confident in using the language of business in a variety of contexts.

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Collaborative & Cross-disciplinary

Work with students from other fields to tackle real-world challenges from multiple angles. These electives are designed to stretch your thinking and build collaborative problem-solving skills.

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Free Electives

Take courses outside your programme to broaden your perspective. As long as you meet the technical requirements and there's space, you're welcome to explore new topics and expand your toolkit.