BLOCKCHAIN BANKING & FINANCE
Transforming Financial Services with Blockchain, Smart Contracts, and Decentralized Technologies
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 03 – 07 Feb 2025 | Dubai – UAE | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Blockchain is rapidly revolutionizing the financial services sector by introducing decentralized systems that are secure, transparent, and efficient. From enabling cross-border transactions and digital currencies to automating compliance and smart contracts, blockchain is reshaping traditional banking and finance models.
This 5-day course offers finance and banking professionals an in-depth understanding of blockchain principles, use cases, technologies, and regulatory impacts. It combines technical insights with strategic applications to help participants harness the transformative power of blockchain across retail banking, corporate finance, investment management, and fintech innovation.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the core concepts of blockchain technology and distributed ledgers
• Evaluate blockchain applications across key financial domains (payments, lending, trade finance, etc.)
• Analyze the impact of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and CBDCs on traditional banking
• Apply smart contracts to automate and secure financial transactions
• Assess blockchain governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance challenges
• Explore integration strategies with existing banking systems and infrastructure
Key Benefits of Attending
• Demystify blockchain and its real-world relevance to banking and finance
• Learn how leading institutions are using blockchain for competitive advantage
• Understand the risks, opportunities, and compliance aspects of distributed finance
• Discover how blockchain is powering digital identity, asset tokenization, and faster settlement
• Gain strategic insights to lead blockchain initiatives in your organization
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Bankers, finance managers, and investment professionals
• Fintech entrepreneurs and digital transformation leaders
• Technology officers and innovation strategists in financial services
• Compliance, risk, and operations managers
• Consultants and advisors in banking, blockchain, and financial regulation
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Proficiency in blockchain mechanics and ecosystem terminology
• Strategic understanding of blockchain in banking operations
• Ability to identify and develop blockchain-driven use cases
• Awareness of key legal, regulatory, and cybersecurity considerations
• Competitive insights to adapt in a decentralized finance landscape
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Enhanced innovation capability in digital banking services
• Improved compliance and auditability through blockchain applications
• Better evaluation of blockchain vendors, platforms, and partnerships
• Strengthened internal knowledge for blockchain project implementation
• Increased agility in adapting to DeFi, CBDCs, and fintech disruption
Instructional Methdology
This course combines strategic and technical learning approaches:
• Expert Briefings – Technology fundamentals and finance-specific use cases
• Case Studies – Blockchain implementation in real financial environments
• Workshops – Use case development, blockchain design mapping, and risk analysis
• Group Exchange – Insights from banking, tech, and regulatory perspectives
• Tools – Blockchain project templates, regulatory checklists, and evaluation frameworks
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Blockchain Fundamentals for Finance
Module 1: Blockchain Architecture & Components (07:30 – 09:30)
• Distributed ledgers, blocks, nodes, and consensus algorithms
• Public vs. private vs. consortium blockchains
Module 2: Smart Contracts and Digital Ledgers (09:45 – 11:15)
• Automating transactions and compliance logic
• Key platforms: Ethereum, Hyperledger, R3 Corda
Module 3: Tokenization and Crypto Assets (11:30 – 01:00)
• Tokens vs. coins, stablecoins, NFTs, and asset-backed tokens
Module 4: Workshop – Blockchain Use Mapping in Retail Banking (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants assess current banking services for blockchain potential
Day 2: Payments, Lending, and Trade Finance
Module 1: Cross-Border Payments & Remittances (07:30 – 09:30)
• Blockchain for faster settlement and reduced fees
• Ripple, Stellar, and SWIFT gpi vs. blockchain
Module 2: Lending and Credit Risk Automation (09:45 – 11:15)
• Peer-to-peer lending, credit scoring, and collateral tracking
Module 3: Blockchain in Trade Finance (11:30 – 01:00)
• Digital letters of credit, bills of lading, and trade verification
Module 4: Workshop – Blockchain Lending Use Case Development (02:00 – 03:30)
• Teams build a decentralized lending model
Day 3: Regulatory & Risk Considerations
Module 1: Blockchain Governance and Standards (07:30 – 09:30)
• On-chain vs. off-chain data, consensus models, interoperability
Module 2: Regulatory Trends in Digital Finance (09:45 – 11:15)
• AML/KYC, data privacy, and reporting under blockchain regimes
Module 3: Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) (11:30 – 01:00)
• CBDC design types, pilots, and implications for retail/commercial banks
Module 4: Workshop – DeFi Risk Assessment Simulation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Evaluating regulatory and security risks of blockchain platforms
Day 4: Digital Identity, Custody & Clearing
Module 1: Blockchain for Digital Identity (07:30 – 09:30)
• Self-sovereign identity, biometric integration, and financial onboarding
Module 2: Asset Custody & Blockchain Clearing Systems (09:45 – 11:15)
• Post-trade settlement, custody risks, and securities tokenization
Module 3: Integration with Traditional Finance Systems (11:30 – 01:00)
• Interfacing blockchain with core banking, ERP, and payment systems
Module 4: Workshop – Design a Blockchain Compliance Use Case (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants propose solutions for KYC/AML or ID verification
Day 5: Implementation Strategy & Future Outlook
Module 1: Roadmap for Blockchain Implementation (07:30 – 09:30)
• Building proof of concepts (PoC), pilot programs, and scaling up
Module 2: Blockchain Business Models and ROI (09:45 – 11:15)
• Monetization, transaction models, and partnerships
Module 3: Final Case Study – Industry Disruption Forecasting (11:30 – 01:00)
• Predicting blockchain’s impact on financial sub-sectors
Module 4: Final Presentations & Wrap-Up (02:00 – 03:30)
• Group presentations and feedback on blockchain transformation strategies
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Blockchain Banking & Finance, validating their strategic understanding of blockchain and their ability to identify and develop finance-sector use cases.