DeFi: Introduction to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to gain an understanding of the fast-moving subject of decentralized finance (DeFi) and its impact on the asset management industry. Course content is informative, thought-provoking, and offers a glimpse into the future. This beginner-level course provides an essential introduction to the elements that define DeFi, including what it is, how it works, and the advantages it offers over more traditional centralized finance.

• Gain a foundational understanding of how blockchain technology works
• Understand current applications of the technology and its potential impact in decentralized finance
• Learn about the current issues around this technology, including risks and governance

• Leave with an understanding of the DeFi landscape and the ability critically evaluate DeFi applications and protocols
• Develop the ability to assess how the world of DeFi is affected by the “traditional world”
• Inspect your capacity for imagining what the future might look like

• Fintech
• Financial Markets
• Alternative Assets