Finance Innovation: The Power of Blockchain and Financial Technology

About this course

This course examines how blockchain, fintech and Insurtech are influencing financial services and insurance. Topics include decentralised ledgers, consensus mechanisms, transparency, smart contracts, cryptocurrencies, asset tokenisation, digital payments, lending and robo-advisors. Teaching combines presentations with case studies, peer debate and practical exercises. The course also considers blockchain and fintech regulation, privacy and security issues, and emerging developments. Examples of applications in finance and insurance are used to connect the technologies with their potential uses and wider impact.

What you'll learn

• Define blockchain and explain its core features
• Identify applications of blockchain in financial services
• Discuss how technological innovation is affecting financial services and Insurtech

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and explicitly states that no previous skills or prerequisites are needed. Participation includes discussing topics with peers, considering case studies and completing practical exercises.

• Suitable for learners starting to explore blockchain and financial technology
• Includes debate and other participatory class activities

Before you go

• No homework is set.
• The provider states that there are no additional costs.