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A technology that means versatility, safety, and advancement
The recent popularity of blockchain technology is not without significance.
Regardless of geographic and economic barriers, blockchain has completely broken through all business activities and is already causing a profound impact that ensures the following: Blockchain is here to stay.
The 5th Generation of the Internet represents an increase in the possibilities of its applications. Blockchain connects decentralized systems in a format that is open source, versatile and unalterably secure without depending on third parties, so that everyone can participate directly in the exponential change that is taking place.
60%
60% of CIOs were about to integrate blockchain into their infrastructure by the end of 2020.
Source: MVP
53%
53% of C-Suite professionals identified blockchain as a crucial part of their organizational infrastructure by 2020.
Source: Deloitte
77%
77% of executives agree that they will lose their competitive advantage if they do not adopt blockchain.
Source: Deloitte
An online course to understand the fundamentals and applications of Blockchain
This course provides professionals from various sectors with an insight into the fundamentals of blockchain and its practical applications. The objective is not only to understand how this technology works, but also to learn what its applications are in order to obtain the maximum benefit in the digital transformation projects that are developed.
Among those applications, you will be able to discover:
Encryption
Blockchains
Ethereum
Crypto currencies
Smart contracts
Digital signatures
The skills you will develop
1.
You will understand the historical,
technological, and commercial reasons that have led to the birth of blockchain.
2.
You will analyze the impact of blockchain
in all industries and, of course, in your own business environment.
3.
You will master the fundamentals of blockchain technology,
including distributed ledgers, block chains, encryption, PKIs, hashing and consensus mechanisms: proof-of-work (PoW) and proof-of-stake (PoS).
4.
You will learn about the Blockchain Ethereum network
and its potential applications.
5.
You will become familiar with the growing range of blockchain applications,
including bitcoin and other crypto currencies, smart contracts, and digital signatures.
6.
You will learn about crypto currencies,
their strengths and weaknesses in the digital era, and how they will revolutionize e-commerce, finance and even legislation in many countries.
7.
You will become aware of the shortcomings
of previous web platforms with respect to accessibility, monopolies, privacy, censorship, transparency and integrity, and how blockchain promises to solve these problems.
8.
You will become the driving force
behind blockchain technology in your organization.
In addition, you will receive a Certificate of Completion
All the participants who successfully complete the online course Blockchain: Disruptive Technology will receive an MIT Professional Education Certificate of Completion. Furthermore, participants will receive * MIT Continuing Education Units (CEUs)*.
To obtain CEUs, complete the accreditation confirmation, which is available at the end of the course. CEUs are calculated for each course based on the number of learning hours.
* The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is defined as 10 contact hours of ongoing learning to indicate the amount of time they have devoted to a non-credit/non-degree professional development program.
To understand whether or not these CEUs may be applied toward professional certification, licensing requirements, or other required training or continuing education hours, please consult your training department or licensing authority directly.
This course is aimed at
- CTOs, CInOs, AND LEADERS OF DEPARTMENTS OR TECHNOLOGICAL PROJECTS
that need to understand the new possibilities that Blockchain offers to digital transformation and advances in technical areas.
- TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS
who want to obtain a broader strategic vision on how Blockchain can transform their business operations.
- CEOs, ENTREPRENEURS AND FUNCTIONAL MANAGERS
in technical areas or sectors who want to create new business models and expand their current operations.
- ANY PROFESSIONAL
that wants to understand the benefits and opportunities that Blockchain offers for digital transformation in their organization.
Meet the instructors of this course
Listed in alphabetical order
DR. ABEL SANCHEZ
Executive Director of the MIT Geospatial Data Center
“Join us on this journey to redefine the business world”
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Dr. Sanchez is the architect of the global network “The Internet of Things” and data analysis platforms for SAP, Ford, Johnson & Johnson, Accenture, Shell, Exxon Mobil and Altria. In cyber security, he has developed cyber-attack impact analyses for the U.S. Department of Defense and a password firewall for the IARPA.
Dr. Abel Sanchez holds a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and teaches MIT courses in cyber security, engineering, blockchain and data science. He has been involved in developing educational software for Microsoft and establishing the Accenture Technology Academy. He has produced over 150 educational videos, has 10 years of experience with learning management systems and has made deployments in the Americas, Asia and Europe.
PROF. JOHN. R. WILLIAMS
Director of the MIT Geospatial Data Center
“Once you climb that first mountain of knowledge, you will be able to teach yourself many things”
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Professor John R. Williams’ research focuses on the development and application of computing algorithms in distributed cyberphysical systems. He was director of the Auto-ID Laboratory, where the Internet of Things was invented. He is considered, along with Bill Gates and Larry Ellison, one of the 50 most powerful people in “Computer Networks”.
He has authored and co-authored over 250 articles in journals and conferences. Professor Williams teaches courses on the basics of programming, modern software development, web system architecture, cloud and blockchain. In addition, he holds a B.Sc. in Physics from Oxford University, an M.Sc. in Physics from UCLA, and a Ph.D. from the University of Swansea.
Discover the experience of our participants
Tetsuji Yamaguchi
IT Advisor
“Blockchain Disruptive Technology” transformed my life, and I highly recommend this online course to skilled engineers. I joined to reskill while working in pharmaceutical data management. Adapting tech to business needs posed challenges. Blockchain’s potential and clear protocols intrigued me. It broadened my perspective on business leadership via emerging tech. This impacted my engineering career, inspiring me to become a tech-savvy business leader. This course opens doors for tech-backed business opportunities, beneficial not just in engineering but also for those exploring the business world. I encourage fellow engineers to consider it.
Blockchain: Disruptive Technology
Eduardo Lozano
Chief Technology Officer
The knowledge conveyed by the course has been of great value for the business processes we currently manage in the company. It enables me to have a deeper understanding of the form and scope of Blockchain technology, facilitating more meaningful conversations with suppliers and experts in the creation and development of improvement alternatives for the innovation projects we undertake.
I highly recommend participating in this course, which enriches your understanding with key elements of the technology from its foundations, along with proven use cases that provide various alternatives to generate added value within the company.
Blockchain: Disruptive Technology
