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Blockchain Fundamentals for Fintech

Blockchain Fundamentals for Fintech

This course is part of Applied Blockchain for Fintech: DeFi and Tokenization Specialization

Instructors: Alex Tapscott

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain Web3, blockchain fundamentals, digital assets, tokens, and the role of blockchain in emerging digital ecosystems.
Describe how Bitcoin transactions and smart contracts work and identify common blockchain use cases.
Evaluate blockchain design principles and key challenges involved in implementing blockchain solutions

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This course is part of the Applied Blockchain for Fintech: DeFi and Tokenization Specialization

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There are 4 modules in this course

Explore the foundations of Web3 and blockchain technology and understand how they are shaping the next generation of digital systems. In this course, you’ll begin with the evolution of the web and the emerging Web3 ecosystem before examining how blockchain works and why it matters.

You’ll learn about digital assets and tokens, Bitcoin transactions, smart contracts, and core blockchain design principles. You’ll also explore the practical challenges organizations face when implementing blockchain solutions, helping you evaluate both the potential and limitations of the technology. This course is non-technical (i.e. no coding required) and is intended for a broad audience.

In this module, you'll explore the emerging Web3 ecosystem.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

What exactly is blockchain, and why does it matter for the future of finance? In this module, you'll explore the core building blocks of blockchain systems. You will understand how blockchain establishes trust without intermediaries, how digital assets and smart contracts work.

What's included

3 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

3 videosTotal 20 minutes

Digital Assets (Tokens)7 minutes
Example: How a Bitcoin Transaction Works8 minutes
Smart Contracts5 minutes

3 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Digital Assets (Tokens)5 minutes
Blockchain Demo (Optional)10 minutes
Smart Contract Use Cases5 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 13 minutes

Steps of a Bitcoin Transaction10 minutes
Blockchain Fundamentals3 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes

Smart Contracts5 minutes

In this module, you'll learn what design principles shape blockchain architecture and get a clear understanding of how these technologies are setting the stage for innovation in fintech.

What's included

1 video2 readings1 assignment

This module will test your understanding of Web3 and Blockchain Fundamentals for Fintech.

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1 assignment

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Alex Tapscott

INSEAD

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, the course begins with an introduction to Web3 before building foundational knowledge of blockchain, transactions, digital assets, and smart contracts. No advanced blockchain knowledge is assumed.

You’ll explore digital assets and tokens, Bitcoin transactions, smart contracts, blockchain design principles, and common implementation challenges.

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