FinTech+ Career Track

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FinTech+ Career Track

Completing this career track prepares you to take the W3CB FinTech+ Certification Exam issued by the Web3 Certification Board (W3CB).

Your Anticipated Time Commitment: 20 Hours

  • 15 Hours of OnDemand Video Instruction
  • 5 Hours of Quiz Assessments & Self-Study (Reading & Exercises)
  • Extra 2 Hours, or more, when participating in the live instructor-led online AMA sessions

OnDemand Courses included in this career track and their contribution (%) to the W3CB Certification Exam:

  • Course 1: Web3 Foundations
  • Course 2: Blockchain Foundations
  • Course 3: Data Protection Regulation
  • Course 4: AI Essentials
  • Proctored Exam: W3CB Web3+ Certification Exam
  • Course 5: Blockchain Essentials for Bankers
  • Course 6: Fundamentals of DeFi
  • Course 7: Tokenomic Essentials
  • Course 8: Financial Alchemy with Blockchain
  • Course 9: The 4Ds of the Financial System
  • Proctored Exam: W3CB FinTech+ Certification Exam

Live Instructor AMA Events

Career Track Outcomes

  • Certificate of Completion – Soulbound NFT Credential reflecting FinTech Career Track
  • W3CB Web3 Blockchain+ Certification
    • This program’s completion prepares you to sit for the W3CB Web3+ Certification exam.  Review exam competencies.
    • Certifying body: Web3 Certification Board (W3CB).
    • Passing score: 70% or greater
    • Exam Attempts included: One (1)
    • Exam Retakes Available: Two (2) retakes within 12 months
    • Passing the exam mints your soulbound NFT digital badge credential to the blockchain.  
    • Share your achievement online, enabling reviewers to easily validate the ownership, date of award, and skills acquired.

Lead the Financial Revolution: Master Blockchain and FinTech Innovation.

The FinTech Career Track is your pathway to mastering the cutting-edge technologies that are redefining the financial sector. Through the FinTech+ Certification, you will explore how blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenomics, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are transforming global finance. This program offers in-depth knowledge of blockchain’s integration into financial systems, providing you with the tools to drive innovation in both traditional financial institutions and blockchain-native enterprises.

With hands-on learning, live workshops, and industry-recognized certification exams, you’ll develop expertise in blockchain’s impact on finance, navigate regulatory landscapes, and explore the future of decentralized economies. Whether you’re entering the financial technology field or looking to deepen your knowledge, the FinTech Career Track will equip you with the skills and certifications needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

This program prepares you for the Web3+ and FinTech+ Certification exams from the Web3 Certification Board.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the FinTech Career Track Certification Program you will be able to:

Understand the role of blockchain in modernizing financial systems.

Gain a deep understanding of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Lead blockchain-based financial solutions in traditional and decentralized systems.

Master the fundamentals of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and their applications.

Apply tokenomics principles to design and implement decentralized ecosystems.

Navigate regulatory and compliance challenges in blockchain finance.

Leverage blockchain for secure financial transactions and operations.

Develop strategies for integrating blockchain into enterprise finance solutions.

Understand the risks and security concerns associated with DeFi and tokenized assets.

Lead innovation in digital, decentralized, and disruptive financial environments.

Prerequisite:

Basic understanding of blockchain technology and digital financial systems is recommended, though not required. Completion of the Web3+ Certification is advantageous.

Target Audience:

This program is ideal for finance professionals, bankers, blockchain enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to expand their expertise in the rapidly growing FinTech and blockchain sectors.

FinTech Career Track Program Content

Web3 Foundations

Module 1: Understanding what Web3 is
Module 2: Why Web3
Module 3: Web3 and the Metaverse
Module 4: Blockchain Fundamentals
Module 5: Understanding DeFi
Module 6: Challenges, Risks and Ethics of Web3
Module 7: What comes after Web3?

Blockchain Foundations

Module 1: Blockchain Background and Basics
Module 2: Different Types of Blockchains
Module 3: Consensus
Module 4: Cryptography and Hashing
Module 5: Smart Contracts
Module 6: Blockchain Wallets
Module 7: Pros and Cons
Module 8: Public Blockchain-Based Applications
Module 9: Blockchain and Crypto Regulation
Module 10: Regulatory Reporting
Module 11: Distributed Autonomous Organizations
Module 12: Blockchain Today
Module 13: The Trilemma

Data Protection Regulation 

Module 1: Introduction to Data Privacy and GDPR
Module 2: GDPR Compliance
Module 3: Module: Understanding the Digital Services Act (DSA)
Module 4: Understanding the Digital Markets Act (DMA)
Module 5: CPRA and CCPA
Module 6: Other US State Privacy Laws
Module 7: Blockchain and Web3: Data Protection and Privacy
Module 8: Data Privacy in Practice
Module 9: Data Privacy in the Future

AI Essentials

Module 0: AI Introduction
Module 1: AI Concepts
Module 2: Blockchain Basics
Module 3: AI Use Cases
Module 4: Ethical Considerations
Module 5: Challenges and Opportunities
Module 6: The Future with AI
Module 7: Key Takeaways

Financial Alchemy with Blockchain

Module 1: The Golden Blocks: Introduction to Blockchain
Module 2: The Ledger of Legends: Blockchain in Finance
Module 3: Fintech Fables: Real-World Applications
Module 4: The Cautious Cryptographer: Concerns About Blockchain
Module 5: Code of Conduct: Ethics and Regulation
Module 6: The Risk Alchemist: Risk Analysis of Blockchain
Module 7: Tokens of Tomorrow: Future of Blockchain in Finance
Module 8: The Balance Sheet of Blockchain: Analyzing Successes and Failures
Module 9: The Regulatory Riddle: A Global Perspective
Module 10: Cryptonomics: The New Age Economics of Blockchain

Blockchain Essentials for Bankers

Module 1: Blockchain and Digital Ledger Technology Essentials
Module 2: What is DeFi
Module 3: NFTs
Module 4: Crypto Currencies
Module 5: Stablecoins
Module 6: Central Bank Digital Currencies – CBDC
Module 7: Tokenomics
Module 8: Banking Use Cases
Module 9: Regulatory Environment

Fundamentals of DeFi

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Primitives in DeFi
Module 2: Ethereum and Smart Contracts
Module 3: Tokens and Token Standards
Module 4: Decentralized Exchanges
Module 5: Lending and Borrowing
Module 6: Advanced Topics in DeFi

Tokenomic Essentials

Module 1: History of Tokenomics
Module 2: Crypto Tokenomics
Module 3: Designing Token Economies
Module 4: The Future of Tokenomics
Module 5: Summary and Conclusion