Fintech & Blockchain Primer
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Overview
Type of course
Short Courses
Campus where course is offered
ITE College Central
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Fintech, Blockchain, and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). It covers the fundamental definitions, various types, and the pros and cons within the Blockchain realm. The course delves into the characteristics of Fintech and Blockchain, exploring their interrelationship. It also offers insights into practical applications and real-world use cases. Participants will learn to develop tailored Fintech or Blockchain Business Models suitable for specific industries.
Fee for this course can be paid using SkillsFuture Credits. Visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit for more information.
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What you'll learn
Part 1 - Introduction to Fintech
• Brief History of Fintech & Blockchain
• What is Fintech
• Singapore-based Fintech Examples
• Fintech Evolution
• Reasons for the Rise of Fintech
• Characteristics of Fintech Business Models
• Why Fintech
• Singapore Fintech’s Ecosystem
Part 2 - Introduction to Blockchain
• Blockchain Overview
• Blockchain Evolution
• What is Blockchain
• Blockchain Simplified
• Blockchain/Block Explorer
• Features of Blockchain
• Types of Blockchain
• Why Blockchain?
• Risks of Blockchain
• Blockchain Trilemma
• What Can You Put On The Blockchain?
• Singapore's Blockchain Landscape Map / Ecosystem
• ASEAN Blockchain Consortium (ABC)
• Blockchain Community
• The 4th Industrial Revolution / Industry 4.0
• Blockchain Standards
• Blockchain Trends: Stablecoins, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Patents/Projects
• Blockchain Smart City
• Singapore's Project Ubin
• Blockchain Adoption
• Blockchain Use Cases / Applications
Entry Requirements
Basic IT literacy
Basic English Literacy
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