BLOCKCHAIN FOR THE DECISION MAKER
Strategic Insights and Practical Frameworks for Leading Blockchain Initiatives Across Sectors
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 – 14 Feb 2025 | Dubai – UAE | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Blockchain is more than just a technology—it is a strategic tool with the potential to reshape business models, streamline operations, and enhance transparency. For executives and decision-makers, understanding how to evaluate, lead, and govern blockchain initiatives is crucial for staying competitive in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
This 5-day course provides non-technical leaders with a strategic understanding of blockchain fundamentals, real-world use cases, investment considerations, and risk governance. It is designed to equip decision-makers with the knowledge and frameworks necessary to lead blockchain-driven transformation across finance, logistics, government, and enterprise sectors.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Grasp the key components of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT)
• Evaluate blockchain use cases across industries for operational or strategic value
• Understand investment models, ROI frameworks, and vendor selection criteria
• Assess legal, regulatory, and governance implications of blockchain projects
• Lead or sponsor blockchain initiatives aligned with organizational priorities
• Communicate blockchain strategies effectively across technical and executive teams
Key Benefits of Attending
• Cut through the blockchain hype with executive-level clarity
• Learn from real-world case studies across industries
• Gain a decision-making framework for evaluating blockchain opportunities
• Understand the leadership, governance, and funding models behind successful blockchain projects
• Identify risks and compliance considerations in deploying DLT
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• C-level executives, board members, and strategic advisors
• Business owners and digital transformation leaders
• Public sector leaders, regulators, and policymakers
• Senior managers in finance, operations, IT, and innovation
• Decision-makers exploring blockchain applications in their field
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Strategic evaluation of blockchain’s impact on business models
• Governance, regulatory awareness, and vendor management in DLT
• Leadership in blockchain adoption and stakeholder engagement
• Frameworks for project selection, PoC validation, and risk control
• Improved communication between technical and executive stakeholders
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Ability to lead blockchain initiatives aligned with strategic goals
• Stronger governance and oversight of technology adoption
• Better ROI analysis and budgeting for blockchain investment
• Improved vendor due diligence and implementation control
• Cross-functional alignment on digital transformation efforts
Instructional Methdology
This course is highly interactive and strategy-focused:
• Executive Briefings – Blockchain market trends, technology fundamentals, and strategic impact
• Case Studies – Real-world successes and failures in blockchain projects
• Workshops – Strategy development, project evaluation, and roadmap planning
• Peer Exchange – Insight sharing across industries and regions
• Tools – Blockchain evaluation frameworks, governance checklists, and ROI calculators
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 Decision-Makers
Module 1: What is Blockchain? (07:30 – 09:30)
• Terminology, distributed ledgers, consensus, and immutability
• Types of blockchains: public, private, and consortium
Module 2: DLT Use Cases Across Sectors (09:45 – 11:15)
• Finance, healthcare, government, logistics, energy
• Selecting viable blockchain applications
Module 3: Myths and Realities of Blockchain (11:30 – 01:00)
• Breaking down common misconceptions
• Where blockchain works—and where it doesn’t
Module 4: Workshop – Industry Use Case Identification (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants evaluate blockchain opportunities in their own sector
Day 2: Strategic Alignment and Business Models
Module 1: Blockchain Strategy and Business Impact (07:30 – 09:30)
• Value chain optimization and business model disruption
• DLT as a competitive differentiator
Module 2: Blockchain Investment & ROI Frameworks (09:45 – 11:15)
• Proof-of-concept vs. full-scale deployment
• ROI, TCO, and cost-avoidance models
Module 3: Smart Contracts and Automation (11:30 – 01:00)
• Concept and relevance to business process improvement
• Legal and execution considerations
Module 4: Workshop – Evaluating Blockchain ROI (02:00 – 03:30)
• Teams apply an investment framework to a proposed initiative
Day 3: Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Module 1: Legal and Regulatory Considerations (07:30 – 09:30)
• Data privacy, AML/KYC, and industry-specific rules
• Jurisdictional compliance and cross-border use
Module 2: Blockchain Governance Models (09:45 – 11:15)
• Decision rights, stakeholder accountability, and voting mechanisms
• On-chain and off-chain governance
Module 3: Cybersecurity and Risk Management (11:30 – 01:00)
• Key vulnerabilities, identity, and transaction risks
• Risk registers for blockchain projects
Module 4: Workshop – Governance Risk Planning (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants assess compliance and risk gaps in blockchain adoption
Day 4: Implementation and Vendor Management
Module 1: From PoC to Production – Blockchain Roadmaps (07:30 – 09:30)
• Stages of implementation and internal readiness checks
Module 2: Blockchain Vendor Selection and Evaluation (09:45 – 11:15)
• Assessing platforms, partners, and integrators
• SLA, platform capabilities, and support structures
Module 3: Interoperability and Integration Challenges (11:30 – 01:00)
• Working with legacy systems and cloud infrastructure
Module 4: Workshop – Drafting a Blockchain Roadmap (02:00 – 03:30)
• Teams outline a blockchain implementation plan
Day 5: Leadership, Communication & The Future of Blockchain
Module 1: Executive Leadership in Blockchain Projects (07:30 – 09:30)
• Vision setting, internal advocacy, and change management
Module 2: Communicating Blockchain Strategies (09:45 – 11:15)
• Framing messages for stakeholders and board-level conversations
Module 3: The Future of Blockchain and Decentralized Innovation (11:30 – 01:00)
• Web3, metaverse, token economies, and AI integration
Module 4: Final Presentations & Strategy Wrap-Up (02:00 – 03:30)
• Group presentations of blockchain strategy proposals
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Blockchain for the Decision Maker, confirming their readiness to lead, evaluate, and govern blockchain initiatives across industries and organizations.