A Highly Interactive Training Course On

Blockchain for Financial and Banking Professionals

Improving your Fintech and Emerging Technologies Expertise

Classroom Sessions
27-31 Jan 2025
Dubai
$5,950
02-06 Jun 2025
Dubai
$5,950
22-26 Sep 2025
Dubai
$5,950

Course Introduction

This Blockchain for Financial and Banking Professionals training course is designed to provide financial and banking professionals with an introductory understanding of blockchain technology and decentralized digital currencies (cryptocurrencies) such as bitcoin. In today's dynamic global economy, technology companies are expanding into financial services, while financial institutions are leveraging technology to enhance their offerings. Understanding this convergence is increasingly relevant for individuals in the banking sector.

The Blockchain for Financial and Banking Professionals training course covers the theory and principles behind cryptocurrencies, practical examples of cryptocurrency transactions, and the potential impact of blockchain technology on banking, finance, legal, and regulatory systems. Additionally, it explores the latest trends in financial technology (Fintech) and developments in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). The course concludes with discussions on innovation frameworks, further developments in cryptocurrencies and blockchain, successful Fintech projects, and ongoing research in CBDCs.

Key features of this training course include:

  • Introduction to blockchain and its benefits for the financial/banking sectors
  • Theoretical overview of cryptocurrencies, including their history and decentralized consensus mechanisms
  • Hands-on exercises for understanding and constructing cryptocurrency transactions
  • Implications of blockchain on banking, finance, and regulations, and possible regulatory approaches
  • Exploring innovation frameworks for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology
  • Updates on Fintech developments and successful global projects
  • Insights into CBDCs and current global research efforts in this area.

Training Objectives

By the end of this COPEX training course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Recognize blockchain as an emerging technology and discover its huge potential in both financial and banking sectors
  • Discover and define the components of a cryptocurrency from issuance, validation to trading
  • Define the existing types of cryptocurrencies within the global crypto market
  • Understand the potential placement of this emerging and disruptive technology within the financial sector and recognize field of innovations
  • Understand the latest banking and finance innovations like fintech, neo banks, decentralized finance (defi) and central bank digital currencies
  • Explore the potential integration of blockchain within the current banking environment

Who should Attend?

This training course will greatly benefit banking and finance seeking a deep knowledge in blockchain and cryptocurrencies while understanding the frameworks for regulating digital currencies and its usage.

This COPEX training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

 

  • Individuals looking for a combined blockchain and cryptocurrency knowledge
  • Finance and banking employees seeking deep knowledge into the emerging technologies
  • Bank and financial institutes managers and directors looking for profound information regarding the impact of blockchain and cryptocurrency
  • People handling regulatory, legal departments or the interaction with central banks within financial institutions

Course Outline

Day One: History of Money and Contemporary Challenges
  • A Brief History of Money
  • The Byzantine’ General’s Problem
  • Challenges in Financial System
  • Challenges in Banking System
  • Blockchain Definition
  • Introduction to Cryptocurrency
Day Two: What is Blockchain?
  • Assets and Blockchain
  • Double Spending Problem
  • Decentralized Versus Centralized Systems
  • Fundamentals of Blockchain
  • Blockchain Structure
  • Blockchain Demo
Day Three: Bitcoin in Practice
  • The Bitcoin Ecosystem
  • Consensus Algorithms
  • Cryptography in Bitcoin
  • Bitcoin Transaction
  • Bitcoin Mining
  • Alternative Use of Bitcoin
Day Four: Blockchain and Central Banks
  • Central Banks Digital Currency
  • Central Banks and Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Institutions and Cryptocurrency
  • Tax Regulations
  • Money Service Business
  • Security Regulation
Day Five: Fintech and Innovation
  • Diffusion of Innovation
  • Fintech vs Banking
  • Worldwide Fintech Trends
  • Cryptocurrency for Developing World
  • Assimilation of Finance and Blockchain
  • Cases Study in Banking and Finance

Certificates

  • Copex Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course.
Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

What is COPEX?

COPEX stands for “Competency Enhancement Programs” These courses are designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals across various sectors.

What are the benefits of attending COPEX training courses?

Enhanced Skills: Develop in-demand skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
Career Advancement: Improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your abilities and enhance your professional presence.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals and industry experts.
Improved Job Performance: Enhance your productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Personal Growth: Develop valuable personal and professional skills that can benefit you in all areas of life.

What makes COPEX training courses unique?

Experienced Instructors: Courses are delivered by highly qualified and experienced instructors with industry expertise.
Interactive Learning: Engaging and interactive learning methods, including workshops, simulations, case studies, and group discussions.
Practical Application: Focus on practical skills and real-world applications, enabling you to apply your learning immediately.
Flexible Learning Options: A variety of course formats available, including classroom training, online courses, and blended learning.
Certification & Recognition: Upon successful completion, you may receive industry-recognized certifications.

What is the cost of COPEX training courses?

The cost of COPEX training courses varies depending on the course duration, content, and delivery method.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
Online – Browse the Training Plan, select the course of choice, click on the button
“Register Now” inside the course outline page.
E-mail – Send the details (name, company name, email address and training course of
choice) of your nomination to [email protected]
Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

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