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Introduction to Blockchain

Topic:ICT, Media & Design

Course Type:Short & Modular Courses

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Overview

  • Course Date:

    20 Jul 2023 to 21 Jul 2023
  • Registration Period:

    03 May 2023 to 20 Jun 2023
  • Time:

    09:00 AM to 06:00 PM,
    16 hours / 2 days
  • Mode of Training:

    Practical Training
  • Venue:

    T2133
  • Funding:

    Eligible for SkillsFuture Credit

*Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed.
You may register your interest, and would be notified if there is new run.

Course Objective

This course introduces participants to basic concepts of Blockchain Technology and its ecosystem including business models. Being an emerging area in the financial sector, Blockchain technology is set to revolutionise financial industries across the globe for public and financial intermediaries alike. Participants will learn how data are shared in a transparent and effective manner within a Blockchain. In addition, participants will learn how digital records are secured in Blockchain. They will understand how decentralised, distributed public digital ledgers are used to record transactions across multiple systems while preventing fraud and criminal misappropriation.

This course aims to equip participants with a strong fundamental knowledge on Blockchain technology and educate them on the underlying mechanisms that make up a blockchain. Participants will also be familiarised with certain cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin to augment their understanding of Blockchain Technology.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Blockchain
• Centralised and Decentralised Infrastructure
• Used Case in Blockchain Technology
• Introduction to Cryptography  
• Public & Private key
• Hash Function
• Public & Private Key Algorithm
• Cryptocurrency 
• Cryptocurrency Wallet
• Bitcoin and Bitcoin Network
• Bitcoin Mining
• Blockchain Security
• Assessment

Minimum Requirements

Basic PC literacy

Certification / Accreditation

• Certificate of Attendance (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants who meet at least 75% attendance rate

• Certificate of Performance (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Performance will be awarded to participants who pass the assessment and meet at least 75% attendance rate

Suitable for

Professionals, Managers and Executives working in the financial services or related industry

Course Fees

Full Fees (before GST): $650.00

Applicants/Eligibility SkillsFuture Funding GST Subsidised Fee (after GST)
Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above¹ $585.00 $17.55 $82.55
Singapore Citizens aged below 40 $455.00 $17.55 $212.55
Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders $455.00 $17.55 $212.55
SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders² $585.00 $17.55 $82.55
Others (Full fees payable) $0.00 $58.50 $708.50

Singaporeans aged 25 years and above may use **SkillsFuture Credit balance to offset respective course fees.

¹ Under the SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy. For more information, visit the SkillsFuture website here
² Under the Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Scheme. For more information of the scheme, click here. To view SP’s list of similar funded courses, click here. Please submit the attached “Declaration Form for Enhanced Training Support Scheme for SME” together with your online application.


Funding Incentives

Please click here for more information on funding incentives.


Application Procedure

1. Application must be made through STEP. 

2. All successful applicants will be notified with a letter of confirmation via email.
 

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