Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained

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Approx. 9 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course will explore the cryptocurrency market and its impact on finance. Students will learn about blockchain technology, Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies, as well as how they are used for investment and trading purposes.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the basics of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology
  • Explore the various cryptocurrencies available and their potential for investment
  • Learn about crypto trading strategies and risk management techniques

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the basics of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology
  • Develop knowledge of the various cryptocurrencies available and their potential for investment
  • Learn about crypto trading strategies and risk management techniques

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of finance and investment
  • Familiarity with internet and technology

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online Self-Paced
  • Video Lectures
  • Quizzes and Assignments

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  • Blockchain Basics
  • Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies
  • Introduction to Trading, Investment and Markets

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Description

The sudden rise in the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, and its subsequent decline, focused the world’s attention on cryptocurrencies as a means of payment. Blockchain technology powers Bitcoin and has been hyped as the next new, transformative technology.

Knowledge

  • Explain how blockchain works.
  • Articulate the key technical aspects, such as decentralization and consensus algorithms.
  • Describe the strengths and weaknesses of cryptocurrency as an asset and a payment mechanism.
  • Evaluate tradeoffs of blockchain as a business solution.

Outline

  • Introduction
  • Fintech Innovations: Series Map and Learning Goals
  • Fintech Innovations: Series Introduction
  • Syllabus
  • Help Us Learn More About You!
  • Learning from a Case
  • Introduction to Blockchain and Crypto
  • 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
  • Case Reading: Big Winnings
  • Case Reading: Beginning with Blockchain
  • Case Discussion Partcipation
  • End of Module Quiz
  • Blockchain as an Asset
  • 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
  • Case Reading: Mining for Bitcoin
  • Case Reading: Scoping Out Ethereum
  • Case Discussion Partcipation
  • End of Module Quiz
  • Blockchain as a Business
  • 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
  • Case Reading: Studying the Cryptocurrency Market
  • Case Reading: Risky Business
  • Course Feedback
  • Keep Learning with Michigan Online
  • Case Discussion Partcipation
  • End of Module Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

This course on Crypto Finance received high ratings from users. Many users appreciated how informative and well-structured the content was.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Informative and well-structured content

Pros from User Reviews

  • Very informative and comprehensive content
  • Great for beginners to understand the basics of crypto finance
  • Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
  • Provides practical applications and real-world examples
  • Good value for money

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic
  • Course content can be repetitive at times
  • Lacks in-depth analysis of certain topics
  • No hands-on projects or assignments
  • Limited interaction with instructors
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Approx. 9 hours to complete
Robert Dittmar, Andrew Wu
University of Michigan
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Robert Dittmar

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