Who is this Course for?
Everyone interested in using blockchain and digital assets to make better financial decisions. No prior experience in blockchain coding and digital assets is required, but familiarity with programming languages is preferred.
Optional Blockchain Bootcamp available for those with minimal coding knowledge. Attendance encouraged for all
Course Highlights
Experience in-depth lectures featuring real-world case studies, interactive discussions and hands-on practice.
Connect with senior industry practitioners through guest speaker sessions
Explore blockchain and digital assets to enhance business decisions
Earn certification that validates your proficiency in Digital Finance and Blockchain Technologies.
Course Details
Gain proficiency in Blockchain Design and Programming
Explore Token Design and Economics
Study Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and the Metaverse with Blockchain
Analyze Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), Tokenization, and Crypto Asset Risk and Returns
Course Fees
Course Fees (before SSG Funding): SGD 5,722.50
SkillsFuture Code: TGS-2021004427
This programme is eligible for subsidies under SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents can enjoy subsidies up to 90%.
| Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents aged 21 and above |
Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above | International Participants | |
| Self-sponsored | SGD 1,716.75¹ | GD 666.75² | SGD 5,722.50 |
| SME Company-sponsored (ETSS) | SGD 666.75² | SGD 666.75² | SGD 5,722.50 |
| Non-SME Company Sponsored | SGD 1,716.75¹ | SGD 666.75²(MCES) | SGD 5,722.50 |
All fees stated above are net fees payable and include 9% GST.
¹Up to 70% course fee funding
²Up to 90% course fee funding under MCES or ETSS
Course Outline
Course Instructors
Dr Emir HRNJIC
NUS Business School
Dr. Emir Hrnjic, Academic Director of the UCLA-NUS Executive MBA at NUS Business School, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Finance at NUS, and the FinTech Training advisor at the Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF), is a distinguished expert in blockchain and digital finance. His profound insights and contributions in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), tokenization strategies, and the complexities of crypto asset risk and returns have garnered international recognition.
Dr. Emir's case studies are widely adopted at over 100 universities worldwide, including prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, and Yale. He is frequently invited to speak on television and radio, providing expert commentaries and thought leadership articles in prominent business press outlets. Dr. Emir's consultancy work includes projects in blockchain, digital currencies, and litigation consulting, further illustrating his expertise in navigating complex financial landscapes.
Dr David LEE
SUSS School of Business / NUS Business School
Dr. David Lee Kuo Chuen is a globally recognized figure in blockchain technology and digital finance, celebrated for his profound impact in Blockchain Design and Programming, Token Design and Economics, and pioneering advancements in Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and the Metaverse with Blockchain. As a distinguished Professor of Fintech and Blockchain at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and a Distinguished Professor at Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, alongside his role as an Adjunct Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Dr. David Lee has significantly influenced the field through extensive research and practical applications.
His academic career is distinguished by leadership as Editor-in-Chief or Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Fintech and Annual Review of Fintech, and as Chairman of the Global FinTech Institute (GFI). Dr. Lee co-founded pivotal institutions including the Singapore Blockchain Association, Blockchain Security Alliance, and Global Web3 Association, underscoring his pivotal role in global blockchain governance and development.
Dedoco Pte Ltd / NUS School of Business
Dr. Ernie Teo, a distinguished figure in blockchain technology and digital finance, earned his PhD in Economics and Game Theory from UNSW Australia in 2008. He has held teaching roles at NTU and NUS, contributing significantly to education and research in blockchain and fintech.
Dr. Teo's extensive expertise and dedication to blockchain are evident in his prolific speaking engagements and numerous publications. He has authored groundbreaking research on topics such as consensus mechanisms, cryptocurrency economics, and blockchain applications across industries.
As an advocate for innovation and excellence, Dr. Teo continues to shape the future of blockchain through his leadership, research, and educational initiatives. His contributions highlight his commitment to advancing blockchain technology and its transformative impact on global financial ecosystems.
Previous Guest Speakers
Deputy Director, Fintech and Innovation Group at Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
GM & President at Marketnode
