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Online program

BLOCKCHAIN:
Disruptive Technology
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

“ Come with us on a Blockchain has enjoyed runaway popularity in the technological world
journey to redefine the over the past few years. A potent force free from geographic and economic
business world”. barriers, Blockchain has thoroughly disrupted our accepted ways of doing
business. And, more importantly, it’s here to stay.
– Dr. Abel Sanchez
As one of the most important drivers of digital transformation, Blockchain
will undoubtedly have a profound impact on job markets, organizational
culture, governments and corporate strategy.

The “Fourth Generation” of the Internet presents an immense new world


of possibilities. Blockchain connects decentralized systems in a format
that is open, versatile and unalterably secure without relying on third
parties. That way, all of us can participate directly in the viral change that
is sweeping the business world.

That is why MIT Professional Education is proud to announce its new


online program Blockchain: Disruptive Technology. This course teaches
professionals from diverse sectors about the fundamentals of
Blockchain technology and its practical applications. The goal is not only
to understand how this technology works, but also to learn how to apply it
for maximum benefit in digital transformation projects.

There are no prerequisites to participate in this program. However, experience in


the digital environment is recommended.

8 WEEKS $2,700 USD 100% ONLINE IN ENGLISH


KEY TAKEAWAYS

This program takes a holistic perspective on Blockchain and uses theoretical and practical
tools to address the history and fundamentals of Blockchain. It also focusses on current and
future applications and related technologies. The program emphasizes hands-on experience
that is relevant for jobs and projects across multiple industries.
After completing this program, you will:

Understand the historical, technological, and commercial forces that


have led to the emergence of Blockchain.

Analyze Blockchain’s impact across industries, and of course, in


your own business.

Master the fundamentals of Blockchain technology, including


distributed ledgers, blocks, chains, encryption, PKIs (public and
private key infrastructure), hashing and consensus mechanisms:
proof-of-work (PoW) and proof-of-stake (PoS).

Learn about the Blockchain Ethereum network and its potential


applications.

Become familiar with the growing range of Blockchain applications,


including bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, intelligent contracts
and digital signatures.

Study cryptocurrency in-depth, its strengths and weaknesses in the


digital world, and how it will revolutionize e-commerce, finance and
even legislation in many countries.

Become aware of the deficiencies of previous web platforms


with respect to accessibility, monopolies, privacy, censorship,
transparency and integrity and how Blockchain promises to resolve
these issues.

Become a catalyst for Blockchain technology in your organization.

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?

The online program Blockchain: Disruptive Technology is applicable to all industries and sectors, as
well as for many distinct professional roles and companies. We have all felt Blockchain’s disruptive
impact in the rapid digital transformation of the business world, which is why this program
analyzes a well-rounded selection of technical applications, cases and tools.
This program is aimed at the following professional profiles:

CTOs, CINOs and leaders of


Technical professionals who
technological departments or
want to obtain a broader
projects who need to understand the
strategic vision about how
new possibilities that Blockchain
Blockchain can transform
offers for digital transformation and
their business operations.
advancements in technical areas.

CEOs, entrepreneurs and Professionals who want to


functional managers in understand the benefits
technical areas or sectors and opportunities that
who want to create new Blockchain offers for
business models and upscale digital transformation in
their current operations. their organization.

“MIT Professional Education’s programs tackle all the technologies


that are at the heart of the digital transformation, enabling
dedicated professionals to meet new challenges in the Fourth
Industrial Revolution and lead change within their organizations.”

Clara Piloto
Director of Global Programs at MIT Professional Education
COURSE OUTLINE*

01
Integration
MODULE • Data integration
• Service integration
• Microservices evolution
• Integration evolution
• Blockchain integration

Visual Blockchain
02
MODULE • Fundamentals
• Coinbase
• Adding keys

Tokenization, Currencies and Contracts


03
MODULE • Transformation
• Tokenization
• Central banks
• Tokenization platforms
• Transaction refresher
• Blockchain web client – Custom DApp
• Blockchain education certificates

Exchanges
04
MODULE • Centralized vs decentralized exchanges
• 0x protocol
• 0x technical implementation

Stablecoins
05
MODULE • Opportunity
• Foundation
• Libra
• Purchase and cash out
• Performance
• $ billion returns?
• Challenges
• Size and scale
• Practical use
• Privacy
• Move language

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


06
Governance
MODULE • Types
• Why do we need it?
• Governance examples
• Centralized vs distributed
• The need
• Considerations 1
• Considerations 2

Consortia
07
MODULE • Consortia
• Patterns
• Going further
• More than a distributed database
• People
• Consortium boom
• Startup
• Island of trust
• How to start

08
MODULE
Cloud
• Cloud
• Patterns
• Drivers
• First project
• Codebases
• Serverless
• Ledgers
• Reinvention
• Tools
• Platforms

*Course content may change for academic reasons.

“At MIT Professional we have a mission: we motivate students by


providing excellent education and empowering them to work in
today’s modern environment.”

Transformación
Machine Learning
Digital Bhaskar Pant
Executive Director of MIT Professional Education
METHODOLOGY AND ASSESSMENT

This program is highly collaborative, relying on


discussion forums and group activities.
You will be accompanied
The focus is 100% practical, based on the case throughout the program by a
study method and various tools that you can apply learning facilitator who will
immediately. be available to answer any
questions.

Live online sessions by professors and Practical activities


industry experts who will teach real-life
applications and respond to participants’
questions Guided discussion forums

Self-assessment Review activities

Case applications Additional resources such as videos and


recommended readings

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Abel Sanchez

Executive Director, MIT Geospatial Data Center


Dr Sanchez is the architect of The Internet of Things global network.
He is the architect of data analytics platforms for SAP, Ford, Johnson &
Johnson, Accenture, Shell, Exxon Mobil and Altria. He also architected
cyberattack impact analyses for the US Department of Defense and a
password firewall for IARPA.

Dr Sanchez holds a PhD from MIT and teaches MIT courses on


cybersecurity, engineering, Blockchain, the cloud and data science. He
also has developed educational software for Microsoft, helped to establish
the Accenture Technology Academy, produced over 150 educational
videos and worked for ten years with learning management systems, which
he has helped deploy in America, Asia and Europe.

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


INSTRUCTOR

Professor John R Williams

Professor of Information Engineering, Civil and Environmental


Engineering and Director of MIT Geospatial Data Center  
Professor Williams’ research focuses on the development and application
of computational algorithms to distributed cyber- physical systems. He
was Director of MIT’s Auto-ID Laboratory, where the Internet of Things
was invented. He was named, alongside Bill Gates and Larry Ellison, as
one of the 50 most powerful people in Computer Networks.

He is the author or co-author of over 250 journal and conference


papers. Professor Williams teaches courses on the fundamentals of
programming, modern software development, web system architecting,
Cloud Computing and Blockchain. Professor Williams holds a BA in
physics from Oxford University, an MSc in physics from UCLA, and a
PhD from Swansea University.

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


CUSTOM PROGRAMS

At MIT Professional Education, we are committed to accompanying


organizations as they aspire to provide their professionals with
the ongoing education critical for success in today’s competitive
environment.
That’s why we offer plans for companies who wish to train their
professionals with us:
• Working teams or groups of at least 10 people are eligible for
special rates.
• Custom programs, tailormade for the need of any company and
its professionals.

For any more information on our Custom programs, please contact us


at professionalprograms@mit.edu.

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


CERTIFICATE

All participants that successfully complete the


course will receive a Digital Certificate from MIT
Professional Education (MIT Professional Education
Certificate of Completion). Those who complete the
program will earn 6.4 Continuing Education Units
(MIT CEUs). These are calculated for each program
according to number of learning hours.

To earn MIT CEUs, participants must complete the online CEU program
survey in their learning platform.

These CEUs may be applied towards professional certifications or other


required training or continuing education hours. Please consult your
professional education department for more information.

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Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


HOW TO ENROLL

Complete the form on the registration page:


professionalprograms.mit.edu/new-
programs-registration

Your place will be reserved upon


confirmation of payment.

We will send you the necessary information


to access the virtual campus so that you
can begin to familiarize yourself with it.
Program content will be available on the
course start date.

ENROLL NOW >

Blockchain: Disruptive Technology


If you would like to learn more, get in touch with us here:

USA: +1 617 861 2554


Spain: +34 660 558 464

professionalprograms.mit.edu
professionalprograms@mit.edu

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