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IBF - Blockchain and DeFi 101 for Fintech Executives

IBF - Blockchain and DeFi 101 for Fintech Executives

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Unlock the potential of Blockchain and DeFi in the fintech industry with our specialized course designed for executives. In this course, you will delve deep into the world of blockchain technology and decentralized finance, gaining a profound understanding of how these transformative innovations are reshaping the financial landscape.

Throughout the program, you'll explore the fundamental concepts of blockchain, including its architecture, consensus mechanisms, and smart contracts. You'll also dive into the exciting world of decentralized finance, learning how DeFi protocols, decentralized applications (DApps), and tokenization are revolutionizing traditional finance. By the end of this course, you'll not only be well-versed in blockchain and DeFi but also equipped with the knowledge and strategic insights to leverage these technologies for the benefit of your fintech endeavors.

With up to 70% funding subsidy available through IBF-STS, now is the perfect time to enhance your skills and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving fintech industry. Join us today and embark on a journey towards becoming a blockchain and DeFi expert.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to

Understand the applications of Blockchain
Understand NFT, DeFi, GameFi and Metaverse landscape
Understand how Blockchain work

Skills Framework

This course follows the guideline of Digital Awareness - Understand application of new technologies to business under Financial Services Skills Framework

Brochure

Please download the brochure here

IBF-STS Accrediation - Up to 70% Funding

Effective for courses starting from 1 Jan 2024
Full Fee	GST	Nett Fee after Funding (Incl. GST)
		Singaporeans below 40 yrs old and PR	Singaporeans above 40 yrs old
$400	$36	$236.00	$156.00

This course is under Future-Enabled Skills category. The IBF funding for this course is only available to locals employed in the financial sector (i.e. by financial institutions or Singapore FinTech Association certified firms).

SkillsFuture Credit

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding. Click here for SkillsFuture Credit submission

About IBF Certification

This course address the following Technical Skills and Competences (TSCs) and proficiency level: Digital Awareness - Application Programming Interface Level 3 TSC under Financial Services Skills Framework

Participants are encouraged to access the IBF MySKills Portfolio https://www.ibf.org.sg/programmes/Pages/MySkills-Portfolio.aspx to track their training progress and skills acquisition against the Skills Framework for Financial Services. You can apply for IBF Certification after fulfilling the required number of Technical Skills and Technical Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role.

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process at on https://www.ibf.org.sg/certification/Pages/Why-be-Certified.aspx.

Course Code: TGS-2022602322

Course Booking

The course fee listed below is before subsidy/grant, if applicable. We will apply for the grant and send you the invoice with nett fee.

$400.00 (GST-exclusive)

$436.00 (GST-inclusive)

Mode of Training *

Physical Classroom Training
Synchronised Teaching using ZOOM
On-Site Training (5 pax and above)

Course Date * Course Date

Course Time *

Sponsorship *

Self-Sponsored
Employer-Sponsored

No. of Participants

Name(s) on Certificate *

NRIC (Last 3 Digits and Alphabet)

Additional Message or Emails for Course Notification

* Required Fields

Post-Course Support

We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course. Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts and get back to you asap.

Course Cancellation/Reschedule Policy

We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% to participants.
Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to class size and availability of the classroom.
Note the minimal class size to start a class is 3 Pax.

Course Details

Topic 1: Overview of Blockchain and DeFi

Genesis of Blockchain - Bitcoin
Rise of Ethereum Blockchain Eco System - Smart Contracts
Native Crypto vs ERC 20 Tokens
Access Web 3 Applications via Crypto Wallet
NFT Landscapes
DeFi Landscapes
GameFi Landscapes
Metaverse Landscapes

Topic 2: Under the Hood of Blockchain

Decentralized Ledger
Hashing Function
Consensus Mechanisms
Layer 1 vs Layer 2 Blockchains
Create an ERC 20 Token Smart Contract and Import to Crypto Walle

Final Assessment

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to IBF-STS courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

Able to operate using computer functions
Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

Positive Learning Attitude
Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Age Group: 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Softtware: Windows / Mac

Hardware: Laptop

Self-Sponsored Individuals

Up to 70% subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents of Singapore, physically based in Singapore. GST funding support will no longer be applicable for all courses.

Company-Sponsored Individuals

Up to 70% subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents of Singapore, physically based in Singapore. Please note:
The company must be a Financial Institution regulated by MAS or a FinTech firm certified by Singapore FinTech Association (SFA)
To register, please email your company name and your name to reachus@knowledgehut.com.sg.
For more information on the IBF subsidies and eligibility, please visit:  https://www.ibf.org.sg/programmes/Pages/IBF-STS.aspx

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

Note

SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Job Roles

Blockchain Developer
Business Strategist
Innovation Manager
FinTech Product Manager
Digital Transformation Specialist
Supply Chain Manager
R&D Specialist
Cryptocurrency Analyst
Financial Services Innovation Specialist
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Data Security Specialist
Startup Founder (Blockchain ventures)
Regulatory Compliance Officer (Crypto/Blockchain)
Digital Assets Manager
Smart Contract Developer

Trainers

Terence Ee: Terence Ee is a ACTA certified trainer that has delivered IT training in Singapore and Myanmar. He has also facilitated faith formation courses for Christians in Singapore and Myanmar. As a trainer, his mission is to co-create insightful and actionable learning experiences with his learners.His current areas of focus include project management, information security management, quality management and office productivity applications.

Terence has more than 25 years of corporate IT experience. He has held senior management roles in the public and private sectors. He holds a Master of Science in Technology Management, a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Sciences, a Diploma in Family Education, and the Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA). Part of his spare time goes towards tutoring his children in their studies (while learning a thing or two along the way). He is also imparting to them the essential skills for thriving in a digital world.

Alfred Yap Swee Leong: Alfred Yap is an ACLP certified trainer with strong financial and shopper marketing domain background and extensive experience in information technology. In addition, he is both an IBM certified Cloud Computing Practitioner and an IBM Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner.

Alfred Yap has spent decades teaching adult learners since the 90s. Kickstarting his teaching career as a trainer for Oracle University. Thereafter, he has had vast experience conducting ICT related training to various companies in the Consulting, Media, and Training industry.
Alfred Yap earned his undergraduate degree from USF, America and master degree from NTU, Singapore majoring in Knowledge Management. His current interests include Cyber Security, Cloud computing and Blockchain.

Truman Ng: Truman Ng is a ACTA certified trainer that graduated with Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering from NUS in year 2002. He designed Artificial Intelligence (AI) controller for DC-DC Power Convertor by using Fuzzy Logic and Neural Network (NN) as his university Final Year Project.

Truman has over 15 years project experiences across Database & Web Design, PLC machinery, Data Center Design , Structure Cabling System(SCS) and Enterprise Network Design and Implementation. He used to be a network architect for Hewlett Packard, working with a group of virtual team from the US in handling network design and projects in the States.

Truman is the founder of Nexplore (S) Pte Ltd. He provides solutions of Cloud SaaS, IaaS & PaaS and Software Defined Network (SDN), VoIP and Internet Security. He was engaged by Huawei Global Training Center to provide 60+ consultations and trainings for Internet Service Providers(ISP) from Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Philippines, Australia, Poland, Iran, South Africa, Swaziland, Cote Dlvoire, Syria, Uzbekistan, New Zealand and countries over the world.
As achievement, Truman has successfully completed 100+ IT network projects for Bank, Hotel and Factory within 5 years.
Truman is certified in PMP, Cisco CCNP, CCIP, CCDP, HP Ase and Huawei HCNP, HCIE R&S, HCNA Cloud, HCNA Security, etc.