Digital transformation is currently reshaping businesses across various sectors, including financial institutions and banks. Leading global banks are among the early adopters and investors in research and development focused on Fintech and blockchain technologies. This training course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of fintech, blockchain technology, and decentralized digital currencies like bitcoin, as well as how to apply these concepts in day-to-day operations such as planning, budgeting, payments, and transactions.
The Fintech and Blockchain Masterclass training course will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of how fintech and blockchain interact with banking, finance, legal, and regulatory systems. The course will conclude by framing these technologies within the context of innovation and development.
By attending this Fintech and Blockchain Masterclass, participants will be able to:
- Grasp the underlying technology behind blockchain and its advantages
- Describe various types of fintech and existing financial technologies
- Differentiate between blockchain as a technology and cryptocurrencies
- Identify the current challenges faced by the financial and banking sectors, and understand how blockchain and fintech can address them
- Recognize blockchain as a disruptive innovation and comprehend its growth potential
- Understand the proper use of bitcoin and the regulations surrounding central banks related to digital currencies
This Energy training course will utilize a variety of proven highly interactive adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes syndicate and individual exercises, relevant DVD and case studies and role-play exercises. A comprehensive e-version of the training course manual including copies of all slides, handouts and checklists will be provided.
- Professionals seeking to get deep information about blockchain and fintech
- Professionals who have an interest in emerging technologies and their applications in finance and banking
- Start-up founders willing to explore new ideas to deploy blockchain and Fintech solutions
- Technical professionals including those in IT, Finance, Banking and Business development
Day One : Challenges in Finance & Banking
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- Evolving landscape of finance and banking
- Impact of technological disruption
- Regulatory changes & economic uncertainties
- Consumer expectations and the demand for innovative financial services
Introduction to Fintech
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- Definition and scope of Fintech
- Evolution of Fintech
- Key drivers of the Fintech revolution
- Fintech's role in addressing financial challenges
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The Fintech Ecosystem
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- The Fintech ecosystem: Startups, incumbents, and technology giants
- Key players and their roles in the industry
Day Two : Existing Fintech Applications
- Examples of successful Fintech applications
Fundamentals of Blockchain
- Introduction to blockchain technology
- Key components and terminology
- How blockchain works
Differentiating Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
- Distinguishing between blockchain as a technology and cryptocurrencies like bitcoin
- Understand the use cases and benefits of each
Day Three : Bitcoin
- The history of bitcoin
- Bitcoin in practice
Decentralised Finance
- Introduction to DeFi and core principles
Central Banks
- How central banks ae embracing blockchain technology
- Overview of CBDC’s
Day Four : Integration of Fintech and Blockchain in Financial Institutions
- Understand how financial institutions are partnering with Fintech start ups
Digital Currency Innovations
- Explore digital currencies, and their unique features
Blockchain as a Disruptive innovation
- Reshaping industries outside of finance
Day Five : Real World Use Cases
- Practical use cases across blockchain and Fintech
Regulatory Landscape
- Review of the evolving regulatory frameworks
Future Trends
- Emerging trends in Fintech and blockchain
- Recap and key takeaways