Introduction
Cryptocurrencies and digital assets have revolutionized the global financial system by introducing decentralized, borderless, and programmable forms of value exchange. With Bitcoin pioneering the movement and thousands of alternative coins and tokens emerging, the cryptocurrency ecosystem has expanded to include stablecoins, security tokens, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
This five-day intensive course offers a thorough exploration of cryptocurrencies and digital assets from both a technical and financial perspective. Participants will learn how these assets work, the underlying blockchain technology, their role in investment portfolios, and the regulatory frameworks governing their use.
The program is designed to equip financial professionals, investors, and decision-makers with the skills to evaluate, trade, manage, and regulate cryptocurrencies and digital assets effectively. Combining interactive lectures, real-world case studies, and practical trading simulations, the course ensures participants not only understand the concepts but can also apply them confidently in professional contexts.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive Certificate of Participation.
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
- Differentiate between various types of digital assets and their uses.
- Analyze cryptocurrency markets and evaluate investment opportunities.
- Understand wallet security, custody solutions, and asset protection.
- Navigate the regulatory and compliance requirements for digital assets.
- Develop strategies for cryptocurrency adoption in businesses or portfolios.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should attend
- Bankers and Financial Services Professionals
- FinTech Entrepreneurs
- Investment Analysts and Asset Managers
- Regulators and Policy Makers
- Compliance, Audit, and Risk Officers
- Technology and Innovation Managers
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets
- Evolution of money and the emergence of digital currencies
- Blockchain technology basics
- Overview of major cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin, and more
- Categories of digital assets: cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, security tokens, utility tokens, NFTs, CBDCs
- Understanding tokenomics and market capitalization
- Case Study: The rise of Bitcoin and Ethereum
Day 2: Cryptocurrency Markets and Trading
- Cryptocurrency exchanges: centralized vs. decentralized
- Order types and trading pairs
- Price analysis: fundamentals vs. technical analysis
- Market volatility and liquidity considerations
- Introduction to DeFi (Decentralized Finance)
- Practical Session: Setting up exchange accounts and demo trading
Day 3: Wallets, Security, and Custody Solutions
- Hot wallets vs. cold wallets
- Private keys, seed phrases, and multi-signature security
- Custodial vs. non-custodial solutions
- Cryptocurrency theft, scams, and fraud prevention
- Institutional custody solutions and insurance considerations
- Workshop: Setting up secure wallets and transferring assets
Day 4: Regulatory Landscape and Risk Management
- Global regulatory approaches to cryptocurrency
- AML, KYC, FATF guidelines, and data privacy regulations
- Taxation of cryptocurrency transactions and holdings
- Risk management strategies for crypto investors and institutions
- Case Study: Regulatory crackdowns and their market impact
Day 5: The Future of Digital Assets
- CBDCs and their implications for the global economy
- Tokenization of real-world assets
- The role of NFTs in art, gaming, and identity management
- Emerging trends: Web3, metaverse economies, and AI integration
- Capstone Project: Designing a digital asset adoption strategy for a business or investment portfolio
- Course wrap-up and next steps
General Notes
- The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
- The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
- Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.
- The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.
- All participants will additionally cater for their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
- Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901
- This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org
Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org