Overview
After completing this Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course offered by Coursera in partnership with INSEAD, you will be able to explain what blockchain is, how it works, and why it is revolutionary. You will learn key concepts such as mining, hashing, proof-of-work, public key cryptography, and the double-spend problem.
Key facts
You’ll be able to describe seven design principles for blockchain technology, and the challenges facing the people developing it. You’ll also meet the players in the blockchain ecosystem, and consider your own role in stewarding the blockchain revolution.
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Courses include:
- The Second Era of the Internet
- Blockchain Design Principles
- Public and Private Ledgers
- The Blockchain Ecosystem
- Blockchain Implementation Challenges
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Duration
- Part-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Delivered
- Self-paced
Disciplines
Finance International Business Financial Technology View 41 other Short Courses in Financial Technology in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beginner level
- No previous experience necessary
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD for the full programme during 2 days. -
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD for the full programme during 2 days.
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.