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Quick Facts

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

Course Overview

Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained is a beginner-level online course that will provide a sheer glance at blockchain and cryptocurrency. The online programme is offered by the University of Michigan. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Certification Syllabus will walk the learners through the blockchain as an asset, the dynamics of cryptocurrency, the blockchain as a business solution and the concepts of decentralization and consensus algorithms.

Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Certification Course, offered by Coursera, is the second course in the four programmes of the Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovations Specialization. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Certification by Coursera is designed in a way that can be taken by you at your own pace and schedule and can be completed within about 8 hours.

The Highlights

Provided by Coursera
Offered by the University of Michigan
Self-Paced Learning Option
100% Online Course
Around 8 Hours to Complete
Flexible Deadlines
Shareable Certificate
Financial Aid Available

Programme Offerings

English videos with multiple subtitles
Shareable Certificate
Financial aid available
Shareable Certificates
Self-Paced Learning Option
Course Videos & Readings
practice quizzes
Graded Assignments with peer feedback
graded Quizzes with feedback

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	UM–Ann ArborCoursera

The learners can either audit the online course or join it by making the payment of the fee prescribed by Coursera. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Certification Fee will be determined based on the number of months the learners want to stay on the course and learn. The month-wise fee structure is provided in the table below:

Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Fee Structure

Description	Total Fee in INR
Course Fee, 1 month	Rs. 3,224
Course Fee, 3 months	Rs. 6,449
Course Fee, 6 months	Rs. 9,673

What you will learn

Knowledge of CryptocurrencyKnowledge of BlockchainBusiness skills

At the end of the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Training, the candidates will be able to understand the functioning method of blockchain, the concepts of decentralization and consensus algorithms and cryptocurrency.

Who it is for

Financial PlannerFinancial AdvisorFinance ExecutiveChief Financial Officer

Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained Classes can be taken by people who are engaged in the business sector and want to know the blockchain and cryptocurrency including the professionals like Chief Financial Officer, Financial Planner, Financial Advisor and Finance Executive.

Admission Details

Step 1 -Browse the official URL https://www.coursera.org/learn/crypto-finance

Step 2 -Kick start the course by choosing the option ‘Enroll’.

The Syllabus

Videos

Fintech Innovations: Series Map and Learning Goals
Fintech Innovations: Series Introduction

Readings

Course Syllabus
Help Us Learn More About You!
Learning from a Case

Videos

Course Introduction
Introduction to Blockchain
Classifying blockchain technologies
Identities on the Blockchain
Blockchain Data
Blockchain Network and Data Processing
Blockchain Consensus: What is it and Why do We Need It?
Blockchain Consensus: Generic Consensus Models
Putting the Concepts Together: Reading an Actual Blockchain

Readings

Case Reading: Big Winnings
Case Reading: Beginning with Blockchain

Practice Exercises

Case Discussion Partcipation
End of Module Quiz

Videos

Introduction to Bitcoin
Proof-of-work (Mining): Concept
Proof-of-work (Mining): Implementation
Proof-of-work (Mining): Business Models
Examples of alternative consensus protocols: Proof-of-stake
Introduction to Ethereum
Smart contract: The Concept
Smart contract: The Application

Readings

Case Reading: Mining for Bitcoin
Case Reading: Scoping Out Ethereum

Practice Exercises

Case Discussion Partcipation
End of Module Quiz

Videos

Blockchain as an asset: Overview of the Cryptocurrency Market
Buying and Selling Cryptocurrencies: Overview; Wallet & Key Storage
Buying and selling cryptocurrencies: Using crypto exchanges
Key crypto risk factors: Exchange risks
Key Crypto Risk Factors: Supply, Cybersecurity, and Centralization
Crypto Risk Factors: Utility and Sentiment

Readings

Case Reading: Studying the Cryptocurrency Market
Case Reading: Risky Business
Course Feedback
Keep Learning with Michigan Online

Practice Exercises

Case Discussion Partcipation
End of Module Quiz

Instructors

UM–Ann Arbor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which university is making the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained online course available for the learners?

The Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained online certification course is made available on the platform Coursera by the University of Michigan.

2: For which skill level audience does Coursera offer the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained online certification?

Coursera offers the online certificate course for beginner-level learners.

3: How much time does the learner want minimum to cover the online programme?

The minimum time duration in which the learners can complete the online course is approximately 8 hours.

4: Who are the tutors and developers of the online training programme?

The online programme offered by the University of Michigan is developed and taught by Robert Dittmar, the Professor of Finance, and Andrew Wu.

5: Is the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained online course available in languages other than English?

The course is basically provided in the medium of English. However, Coursera provides the subtitles for the course videos in the languages of Arabic, German, Russian, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, English, and Spanish.