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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Introduction to Blockchain Technologies programme by Coursera will familiarise you with the essential skills and principles of Blockchain technology. Coursera offers the certification course in association with the world’s leading business school – INSEAD.

The Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course primarily covers the fundamentals of Blockchain technology and strengthens your understanding, as well as the knowledge, of why the technology has become so revolutionary. Furthermore, the course commences with understanding the limitations of the use of the internet in business and other economic activity.

The Introduction to Blockchain Technologies online course further enhances the essential concepts of Blockchain such as mining, public-key cryptography, proof-of-work, hashing, and double-spend problems. The online course also covers the common challenges faced during the development of Blockchain and the seven fundamental design principles of the technology.

Besides, a certification in Blockchain also provides a unique opportunity to meet the key players who work in the Blockchain environment. Therefore, the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course will not only equip you with skills to thoroughly understand the concept of Blockchain but also, to teach others about the technology with ease.

The Highlights

Self-paced learning
Certificate on completion
Graded assignments and quizzes
Instant access to course content
Tangible career benefits
Flexibility in deadlines
Graded feedback
Quizzes
Readings
Financial aid available

Programme Offerings

Self paced learning
discussions forums
graded feedback
certificate on completion
Financial Assistance
graded assignment and quizzes
Flexibility in deadlines

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Coursera

Candidates who take up the paid mode for the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course by Coursera can pay the certification fee online. However, access to the certification course is entirely free for those who only wish to audit.

Introduction to Blockchain Technologies certification course fee structure:

Particulars	Amount
Course Fee, 1 Month	Rs. 6,486
Course Fee, 3 Month	Rs. 12,973
Course Fee, 6 Month	Rs. 19,459

Eligibility Criteria

To avail of the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies certification, candidates need to be mindful in attempting all the quizzes and assignments, as the course instructors will assess them. Upon successful course completion, they will earn a certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Blockchain

Upon completion of the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies certification course by Coursera, you will be substantially skilled in the following:

Understanding how two or more parties in any part of the world can transact and do business using Blockchain technology in a peer to peer manner
Understanding how cryptography and codes work in the Blockchain environment
Learning how to create software services, markets, and reinvent business models through the design principles of Blockchain
Identifying Blockchain breakthroughs to sort out any issue concerning its technology
Understanding the implementation, regulation and application of ledgers that affect economic interactions and information disclosure
Understanding the functions of Bitcoin, or Ethereum Blockchains

Who it is for

Software EngineerIT EngineerPHP Programmer

Admission Details

Candidates apply for the Introduction of Blockchain technologies certification on Coursera through the following steps:

Visit the official page of coursera.
Locate the course by typing the name of the course ‘Introduction to Blockchain Technologies’ in the search bar.
You will find the ‘Enrol for Free’ button on top of the course page, click on it. The button will lead to a sign-up prompt you can use to log in.
Next, you need to select an enrolment mode. You can choose from two modes: the paid mode with completion certificate or the ‘Full course, No certificate’ mode without one.

Application Details

Candidates interested in the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies certification programme need to sign up using either an email address or Google account. If you sign up with your email address, you need to provide your name and create a password as well.

The Syllabus

Videos

Specialisation Overview
Course Introduction
Instructor Introduction
Module 1 Overview
In Search of the Trust Protocol
The Internet of Information
What is Blockchain?
Practitioner Perspective: Andreas Wallendahl, Head of Strategic Initiatives at ConsenSys
Practitioner Perspective: Rob Carter, CIO at FedEx
Achieving Trust in the Digital Age
How Blockchain Works
Recap of Module

Readings

hypothes.is
The Internet of Information
In Search of the Trust Protocol
What is Blockchain?
Achieving Trust in the Digital Age
How Blockchain Works
Blockchain Demo
Review of Module 1

Practice Exercises

The Internet of Information
In Search of the Trust Protocol / What is Blockchain
Achieving Trust in the Digital Age
How Blockchain Works
The Second Era of the Internet
Steps of a Blockchain Transaction

Videos

Module 2 Overview
Intro to Blockchain Design Principles
Principle 1: Networked Integrity
Principle 2: Distributed Power
Practitioner Perspective: Rob Carter, Executive VP and CIO, FedEx
Principle 3: Value as Incentive
Principle 4: Security
Principle 5: Privacy
Principle 6: Rights Preserved
Principle 7: Inclusion
Practitioner Perspective: Julie Maupin, Director of Social Impact & Regulatory Affairs at IOTA Foundation
Recap of Module 2

Readings

Principle 1: Networked Integrity
Principle 2: Distributed Power
Principle 3: Value as Incentive
Principle 4: Security
Principle 5: Privacy
Principle 6: Rights Preserved
Principle 7: Inclusion
Review of Module 2

Practice Exercises

Principle 1: Networked Integrity
Principle 2: Distributed Power
Principle 3: Value as Incentive
Principle 4: Security
Privacy, Rights, and Inclusion
Blockchain Design Principles

Videos

Module 3 Overview
The Benefits of Shared Knowledge
How Much is Too Much Transparency
Centralized vs. Distributed Ledgers
Public vs. Private Ledgers
Practitioner Perspective: Rolf Hoefer, Keyless Technologies
Practitioner Perspective: Andreas Wallendahl, Head of Strategic Initiatives at ConsenSys
Transparency as a Strategic Risk
Transparency as a Strategic Asset
Usage of Multiple IDs
Zero Knowledge Proofs
Implementation in Public vs. Private Blockchains
Recap of Module 3

Readings

Intro to Transparency
Public vs. Private Ledgers
Approaches to Privacy in Blockchains
Review of Module 3

Practice Exercises

Intro to Transparency
Public vs. Private Ledgers
Transparency as a Risk and Asset
Approaches to Privacy in Blockchains
Public and Private Ledgers

Videos

Module 4 Overview
Intro to the Blockchain Ecosystem
Blockchain Stakeholders Part 1
Practitioner Perspective: Rob Carter, Executive VP and CIO, FedEx
Blockchain Stakeholders Part 2
Blockchain Stakeholders Part 3
Practitioner Perspective: Oleg Fomenko, Co-founder of Sweatcoin
Stewarding the Blockchain Revolution

Readings

Blockchain Stakeholders
Stewarding the Blockchain Revolution

Practice Exercises

Blockchain Stakeholders Part 1
Blockchain Stakeholders Part 2
Blockchain Stakeholders Part 3
The Blockchain Ecosystem

Videos

Module 5 Overview
Overcoming Showstoppers
Challenge 1: The Technology is Not Ready for Prime Time
Challenge 2: The Energy Consumed is Unsustainable
Challenge 3: Governments Will Stifle or Twist It
Practitioner Perspective: Oleg Fomenko, Co-Founder at Sweatcoin
Practitioner Perspective: Will Harborne, Director of Operations at Ethfinex
Challenge 4: Powerful Incumbents of the Old Paradigm Will Usurp It
Challenge 5: The Incentives are Inadequate
Challenge 6: Blockchain is a Job Killer
Challenge 7: Governing the Protocols
Practitioner Perspective: Rob Carter, Executive VP and CIO, FedEx
Challenge 8: Distributed Autonomous Agents
Challenge 9: Privacy
Challenge 10: Criminals Will Use It
Reasons Blockchain Will Fail or Implementation Challenges?
Course Wrap-up

Readings

The Technology is Not Ready For Prime Time
The Energy Consumed is Unsustainable
Governments Will Stifle or Twist It
Powerful Incumbents of the Old Paradigm Will Usurp It
The Incentives are Inadequate
Blockchain is a Job Killer
Governing the Protocols
Distributed Autonomous Agents
Privacy
Criminals Will Use It
Blockchain Implementation Challenges

Practice Exercises

The Technology is Not Ready For Prime Time
The Energy Consumed is Unsustainable
Powerful Incumbents of the Old Paradigm Will Usurp It
The Incentives are Inadequate
Blockchain is a Job Killer
Governing the Protocols
Distributed Autonomous Agents
Privacy
Criminals Will Use It
Blockchain Implementation Challenges

Instructors

INSEAD, Fontainebleau Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: How many hours will it take to finish this course?

On average, candidates can complete the entire certification course in approximately 29 hours.

2: Can I take the course free of cost?

Yes, you can apply for the Introduction to Blockchain Technologies course under the ‘Free course, no certification’ option. However, you will not receive the certificate of completion.

3: Does Coursera provide discounts or offers on the course?

Coursera does provide discounts and offers, but they are subject to specific terms and conditions, which differ for every certification course.

4: Will there be a final exam towards the end of the course?

No, there is no final exam in the certification course, only practice exercises.

5: What is the level of the course?

The Introduction to Block Technologies certification course is available at the beginner level.