Digital Assets and Blockchain
for Digital Finance
HARNESS THE POTENTIAL OF BLOCKCHAIN AND DIGITAL ASSETS
This programme empowers you with the skills and confidence to exploit opportunities and accelerate business transformation and entrepreneurship using blockchain and digital assets. Through lectures, real-world case studies, discussions, and hands-on exercises, you will gain insights into various real-world applications of blockchain and digital assets.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the programme, you will be able to:
- Understand how blockchain and digital assets can help improve your business decisions
- Understand how to evaluate new and emerging blockchain technology and trends against the organisational needs and processes
- Understand the most recent ideas, techniques, and applications in blockchain and digital assets
Programme Format
Classroom (In-person)
Programme Intake
TBC
Programme Duration
9am to 6pm
SkillsFuture Code
TGS-2021004427
Application Information
Course Fees (before SSG Funding): SGD 5,722.50
This programme is eligible for subsidies under SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents can enjoy subsidies up to 90%. Eligible Singapore Citizens or Singapore PRs for SSG grant must attain at least 75% training attendance and passed all prescribed assessments.
| Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents aged 21 and above |
Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above | International Participants | |
| Self-sponsored | SGD 1,716.75¹ | SGD 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 include 9% GST
¹Up to 70% course fee funding
²Up to 90% course fee funding under MCES & ETSS
This programme is eligible for subsidies under SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Singaporeans and Permanent Residents can enjoy subsidies up to 90%.
Programme Outline
| Day 1 | Optional Bootcamp |
| Day 2 |
Blockchain Design and Development (Ernie Teo) |
| Day 3 |
Blockchain Design and Programming (David Lee) & Token Design and Economics (David Lee) |
| Day 4 |
Decentralized Finance – DeFi (David Lee) & Metaverse with Blockchain (David Lee) |
| Day 5 |
Central Bank Digital Currencies (Emir Hrnjic) & Tokenization (Emir Hrnjic) |
| Day 6 | Risk and Returns of Crypto Assets (Emir Hrnjic) |
Programme Instructors
Testimonials
I attended the 'Digital Assets and Blockchain for Digital Finance' course in January and it was a really wonderful experience. The course was well structured and it was designed for every participant, irrespective of their exposure to the subject. Special shout out to Dr. David Lee, who made sure every one of his sessions were a joyous experience. He was grateful to share his deep knowledge of blockchain technologies with us! If you are looking to sharpen your skills around blockchain and its application to the financial industry, I strongly recommend this course. Thanks to Emir and team for organizing this.
Ashwin Kumar
(January 2023 Cohort)
The 'Digital Assets and Blockchain for Digital Finance' course at NUS was truly a transformative experience. The curriculum was comprehensive and covered all the latest trends and developments in the blockchain industry. The instructors were experts in the field and provided real-world examples that helped me understand the practical applications of blockchain. Pre-course coding bootcamp was a truly hands-on project that I enjoyed to build my understanding of smart contract design. Our hands-on discussions with peers from diverse backgrounds added an additional layer of learning and opened my eyes to new possibilities. I recommend this course to anyone looking to expand their knowledge and skills in blockchain and digital assets.
Alex
(January 2023 Cohort)
This course was an invaluable opportunity to learn from the first-hand experience of the instructors and guest speakers who have experience leading the implementation of blockchain projects in industry, and investing in some of the top blockchain companies. My classmates each brought diverse and rich experiences to the candid and free-flowing discussions in class - ranging from companies with big tech experience, to financial institutions and government agencies. Some of the more experienced classmates previously held C-Suite positions in banks, or come with decades of experience in the financial services and capital markets industry. As someone early in my career, it was such an eye opening experience learning from not just the instructors, but also the classmates. After completing the course, I immediately saw opportunities to apply the knowledge back at work on Monday.
Yap Jia Qing
(January 2023 Cohort)
I recommend this digital finance program to anyone who is passionate about the field. The well-structured lectures by renowned professors, the engaging participation from classmates, and the real-world business case studies from both industry and regulatory sectors were the highlights for me. I also appreciated the in-depth examination of Blockchain Technology’s design thinking, and the thoughtful and thorough answers to any questions I had. The in-person class format allowed me to gain exposure to diverse perspectives on current industry trends and gave me the chance to connect with global networks in innovative technology. Our cohort has formed a tight-knit community and regularly shares their latest findings and new business concepts with one another.
Xu Jingpeng
(January 2023 Cohort)
A well designed and suitably spaced training program to know on advancing applications of blockchain technology in financial and digital asset world. The training is perfectly balanced by combining the technology fundamental knowledge with trending case studies, applications delivered by experienced lecturers and guest speakers currently practicing the technology. This makes the program very enriching and highly recommend this great course.
Anand Jadhav
(July 2022 Cohort)
I thoroughly immersed myself through the program. Taught by speakers who are actively involved in this industry and spearheading projects of theirs, I got a much better appreciation and understanding for the use of blockchain. I came here to deepen my knowledge and applications regarding blockchain and this program laid a solid foundation for me. I'm excited about how I can next make use of this experience for my ventures.
Eugene Law
(July 2022 Cohort)
An excellent and well-structured executive program delivered by passionate professors with a bespoke line-up of guest speakers ranging from regulator to leading blockchain talents. It has immensely amplified my knowledge of Digital Asset and Blockchain. I highly encourage and recommend anyone who is Digital Asset and Blockchain curious to invest 5 days of their time.
Yeow Liang Soh
(July 2022 Cohort)
A well structured program that is delivered by the most passionate lecturers in the blockchain space. Materials are clear and concise, straight to the point and thought provoking. The interaction between lecturers and participants is both engaging and entertaining. And it is so amazing that the course managed to invite some of the most renowned names in the crypto world as guest speakers. The experience is truly unforgettable.
Jason Tay
(December 2021 Cohort)
A super interesting training course providing a comprehensive overview of Digital Assets and Blockchain concepts in the finance field. The course topics covered were very comprehensive and certainly provided strong foundations for entrepreneurs searching for opportunities within the Digital Assets and Blockchain arena. It has definitely given me the impetus to explore more deeply into this area. Very good level of knowledge delivered by Prof David Lee, Dr Emir Hrnjic and all other invited lecturers and speakers for their sharing of the relevant knowledge and experience related to the industry trends. Thanks to the AIDF team for organizing such a great program!
Cher Chun Lim
(December 2021 Cohort)
The rate of change in this space is high, and I was looking for a course that would help consolidate my existing knowledge, as well as point me towards areas I had yet to consider. This course absolutely smashed it out of the park! The volume and quality of content was fantastic. The fact we got to meet in-person and thrash out ideas within the group made for a very interactive and engaging set of sessions. The lecturers and guest speakers are living and breathing digital assets, so it all felt very contemporaneous. A big thumbs up and strong recommendation from me!
Nikhil Joshi
(December 2021 Cohort)
I've always been excited about the rapid developments in digital assets, blockchain and DeFi. AIDF NUS satisfied my thirst for knowledge, thanks for the thoughtful arrangement of  "Digital Assets and Blockchain for Digital Finance".  The 6-day executive program was mind-blowing, it clarified some misconceptions/practices and introduced a holistic insight into the crypto world beyond academic and technology, especially with the references to social responsibility and philosophy. Every moment was precious and impactful when interacting with the industry experts, guest speakers, and enthusiastic audiences. Special thanks to Prof Emir Hrnjic for inspiring us to emancipate our minds and keep pace with the times.
Nancy Meng
(December 2021 Cohort)
I have improved my understanding from being aware to being able to assess and understand the trajectory of the fast evolving applications of blockchain and digital asset innovations. The program is intense, experiential, and highly engaging thanks to the faculty mix of practitioners, thought leaders and researchers in space who are also candid with their incisive inside knowledge. This is a great way to get inducted to the opportunities with blockchain and digital assets, and how to drive transformation of finance. Highly recommended for embarking on the journey.
Balaji Natarajan
(December 2021 Cohort)







