This course is for analysts, managers or C-level executives who will work with blockchain on a daily basis or are in need of knowledge to develop a blockchain strategy. The aim is that by the end of the three days, all participants will be blockchain professionals who can flourish as blockchain experts within their organizations and careers.
Duration
5 Days
Programme Overview
Now, more than ever, organizations need to understand the potential of blockchain technology and how it might affect their competitive landscape. Looking into real-world applications across a large set of industries, this course deep-dives into the working of blockchains, helps you navigate through the use-cases for your industry, and sheds light on the regulatory, business and implementation aspects of blockchain.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the inner workings of public and permissioned blockchains
Assess the viability of blockchain use-cases
Select the best blockchain platforms and service providers depending on the use case
Consider the business and regulatory implications of blockchain
Design blockchain solutions and lay out implementation strategies for their organizations
Methodology
This course relies on detailed and visual slides, videos, practical examples, group discussions, small individual exercises, larger group exercises, and presentations from the participants
Course Outline
Module One - Blockchain fundamentals
The why of blockchains
The concept of distributed storage
A brief introduction to the concept of private and public blockchains
An introduction to the rules of the blockchain
A more technical deep-dive (into Bitcoin or Ethereum)
Cryptographic concepts (e.g., hashing, key pairs, digital signatures)
Block structure
Consensus mechanisms
Wallets and exchanges
The three types of blockchain applications with concrete industry examples
Data storage
Transfer of value
Smart-contracting
The latest advancements of the technology
The future of blockchains
The challenges in implementing blockchains
Module Two - Deep dive into tokens and their use in smart-contracts, ICOs, Dapps and DAOs
Token types and purposes
Utility & rights
Token value
Value distribution
Supply & inflation
Module Three - Permissioned blockchains
Technical layer
Consensus models
Data management
Token layer
Purpose of tokens
Incentive systems of permissioned blockchains without tokens
Governance layer
Identity management
Creation of consortiums
Decision making processes
Off-chain governance systems
Module Four - Use-cases across various industries and their business impact
Financial services
Insurance
Healthcare and pharmaceuticals
Public services
Energy
Media and advertisements
Internet of Things
Module Five - Business models and regulatory considerations
Qualified blockchain use-case
Regulation of tokens
Possible taxation
GDPR
Module Six - Blockchain platforms and service providers
