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Blockchain Internship Youth Program (BIYP- BSTUD)

Nanodegree Granting & Multi-Certificate Program 🥇🥈🥉

Advocate and lead your organization in blockchain adoption
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Nanodegree
Granting

*Add "Collegiate of Science" at the end of your name, like this:
"John Doe, CSc."

Credentials

*A diploma
*2 Certifications
*42 Microcredentials
*Transcript of Records
*ICORBP™ Qualification

Ladderized Program

This program lets students move on after mastering a subject. Microcredentials provide learners a sense of accomplishment.

8 Weeks 
Training

*Faculty-Lead Class of International Students
*Two hours of hybrid training class per day.
 5 Semester Credit Hours in Transcript of Records
*150+ Clock Hours of lectures, workshops, and activities.
Registered Blockchain Professional
*Get qualified & become a credible expert.
Certificate of Registration
*Formalize your blockchain credentials by membership in a professional association.
Continuing Blockchain Education™
Industries evolve. Professionals must pursue continuing education to stay abreast.

Description

  • Blockchain Studies is a unique program that introduces students and professionals to the fundamental principles, financial technologies, and practical applications of blockchain technology. Blockchain technology is rapidly advancing and transforming the global economy. It offers innovative answers to complicated, long-standing problems in practically every business. This program aims to provide knowledge of the underlying principles and practical uses of blockchain technology through a thorough and in-depth curriculum. In addition to introducing students to the world of distributed ledger technology, the program pushes them to adopt blockchain technology within their enterprises and industries. At the conclusion of this program, students will have gained an understanding of the technical features, mathematics, cryptography, consensus algorithms, distributed ledger technology, use cases, and applications, as well as the business and social consequences of blockchain. Upon completion of this program, you should feel confident in your ability to comprehend the technical and practical applications of blockchain technology, as well as its impact on business and society. This will enable them to advocate for blockchain studies as an academic field.

Rationale

  • The Blockchain Studies Nanodegree program is an important and innovative undertaking. The unique curriculum provides learners with the opportunities to understand, in depth, the core concepts, financial technologies, and use cases of blockchain technology. Learning these various aspects equips the students with the tools necessary to identify solutions to their comprehensive problem sets at 
  • The program is designed for those who do not have a background in the blockchain space and related disciplines. The curriculum is fluid and can be altered or amended according to the requirements of the course, thus making it suitable for existing professionals already versed in other fields, while still allowing them to acquire a basic understanding of the principles of blockchain technology.
  • In addition, the nanodegree program tests current theory and best practice in the field, equipping learners with a greater understanding of cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and its potential implications on business and society. It also encourages its students to embrace blockchain technology within their organizations and industries. As a result, upon completion of this program students will be able to analyze the technical aspects and mathematics of blockchain technology, as well as understand how consensus algorithms, distributed ledger technology, and use cases are being applied to solve real-world challenges.
  • It is essential that we nurture and support such programs that bring about a better understanding and implementation of this revolutionary technology. The Blockchain Studies Nanodegree program not only introduces its students to the world of distributed ledger technology but also prepares them to be advocates of blockchain studies as an academic discipline.

Learning Objectives

  • Develop a foundational understanding of the fundamental principles underlying blockchain technology.
  • Articulate how blockchain technology works and its potential applications.
  • Analyze the key challenges and opportunities associated with this new technology.
  • Contrast different emerging blockchain platforms and determine which are best suited for their specific needs.
  • Assess the potential risks and benefits associated with this rapidly evolving field.
  • Examine the level of regulatory uncertainty that blockchain technology will bring.
  • Understand the economic and social issues that will be raised by blockchain.
  • Apply knowledge to manage intellectual property rights in this rapidly evolving field.
  • Utilize blockchain technology to help solve some of the most significant problems facing their industry.
  • Summarize overall understanding and apply knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Microcredential

The curriculum is credential-based. This means that students will obtain a microcredential for each course or lecture unit they complete.

Capstone Project

A unique opportunity to conduct independent research in the pursuit of an original solution to an issue that actually exists in the real world.

Collegiate of Science

This is a nanodegree program, a higher education innovation. After successful completion, students will be awarded the Collegiate of Science (CSc) designation. See Usage: John Doe, CSc.

Features

  • A nanodegree-granting program that allows graduates to obtain the "Collegiate of Science" nanodegree. A designation that is appended to the end of your name; see style and usage: "John Doe, CSc.
  • This program's coursework is structured in such a way that students can advance to the next level once they have mastered the topic at their current level of knowledge. It benefits students by allowing them to progress at their own pace and by instilling a sense of accomplishment as they climb the educational ladder
  • This program will earn you a collegiate of science diploma , two certifications for the ladderized program, 42 or more "learning badges," academic transcript of records and, most importantly, it will qualify you to become a "Registered Blockchain Professional™" by taking Blockchain Continuing Education™ (BCE) / Continuing Blockchain Education™ (CBE) courses from the International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals (ICORBP) when you're done.
  • Althash University (Alt+U) is a unique initiative that offers a different model of higher education compared to traditional university systems. Through the use of Massive Open Online Courses or MOOCs, Alt+U provides students with access to a diverse range of learning opportunities unavailable through traditional university structures. Alt+U also holds a special distinction as it is not affiliated to any agency or country, allowing for unprecedented levels of program autonomy and flexibility. By committing to an educational system that does not adhere to national limitations, Alt+U continues to offer a new model of higher education focused on personal growth and development.

Preliminary Requirements

  • This is a nanodegree program offered by the College of Continuing and Professional Studies; for additional information, please see the syllabus. To be eligible for a nanodegree, students must complete a total of 80 percent of the coursework requirements, which is determined by their academic achievement. The cumulative passing score for the program is 80 percent.
  • Regardless of major, students must complete the "Certificate of Satisfactory Competence in Blockchain Studies" before graduating and receiving the nanodegree diploma.

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Faculty Members

Amando Boncales

Full Professor
Program & Faculty Chair (BSTUD)
-Distributed Ledger Theory & Practice
-Blockchain Profession
-Instructional Technology
🎓 Norther Illinois University - USA

Johannes Dowe

Assistant Professor of Practice
Core Course Program Chair
-Cryptography Theory & Practice
-Cryptographic Hash Functions
-Private & Public Keys: Digital Signatures
🎓 University of Bremen - Germany

Joseph Sylvester

Assistant Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Chair (SMARTDEV)
-Smart Contract Development
-Interoperability
-Repository System
🎓 AMA University Makati - PH

Tammy Francis, PhD.

Full Professor
-Diversity & Inclusion in Technology
-Blockchain in Education
-Well-Being in Technology Innovation
🎓 Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi - USA

Abubakar Shinkafi

Full Professor
Program & Faculty Chair (BSOFT)
-Blockchain Software Architecture
-Egovernance
🎓 The University of Salford - United Kingdom

Vincent Hoffmann

Resident Lecturer
Pioneer Faculty Member
-Introduction to Cryptocurrency
-Cryptocurrency Development
-NFT Development
🎓 Varsity College - South Africa

Regis Prado

Associate Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Chair (BPM)
-Blockchain Project Management
-Wallet Safety and Security
-Blockchain Project Requirement and Scope
🎓 Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - BR

Vincent Rey Vicente

Full Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Chair (BHI)
-Blockchain Healthcare Informatics
-Introduction to Blockchain Healthcare
-Issues and Trends in Blockchain Healthcare
🎓 Davao Medical School Foundation - PH

Fermin III Barrenechea

Associate Professor of Practice
-Currencies, Tokens, and Stable Coins
-Introduction to Decentralized Finance (Defi) -Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
-Introduction to Non-Fungible Token (NFT)
🎓 University of Asia and the Pacific - PH

Raúl Aragonez

Assistant Professor of Practice
-Program & Faculty Co-Chair (BSOFT)
-Blockchain Theory & Practice
-Issues & Trends in Blockchain Technology -Blockchain Supply-Chain
🎓 University of Texas at El Paso - USA

Jeremy Cogan

Marketing Instructor
-Blockchain for Business
-Blockchain Technology & Innovation
-Decentralized Model & Consensus Mining
-Decentralized Application in Practice
🎓 Indiana University - USA

Fred Brandon

Associate Instructor of Practice
-Enterprise Blockchain
-Cybersecurity
-Financial Literacy
-Metaverse & Web 3 Technologies
🎓 Ohio State University - USA

Salman Haider

Associate Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Chair (BSOL)
-Blockchain Solution Architecture
-Blockchain Anatomy, Nodes, & Networks
🎓 Government College University - Pakistan

Chairag Sharma

Associate Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Chair (BPDM)
-Blockchain Product Design & Management
-Self-Sovereign Identity
-Introduction to Hyperledger Fabric
🎓 University of Petroleum & Energy Studies - India

Iram Waheed

Associate Professor of Practice
Program & Faculty Co-Chair (BHI)
-Blockchain Healthcare Informatics
-Blockchain Engineering Research
🎓 National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences - Pakistan


Institutional Partners

International Council of Registered Blockchain Professionals (ICORBP)
Vincent Ry Vicente, BS, RBBD, MD.
As partners and accredited entities of ICORBP you are entitled to issue credentials with recognition by or accreditation from the council. We have prepared simple guidelines for you to follow in issuing your Professional Development Unit (PDU) that your members or constituents can benefit and earn from your organization or business.
Blockchain Institute Chicago
The Blockchain Institute was founded to educate the public and promote the adoption, development, and use of blockchain technology. Blockchains help computers maintain large networks without centralized points of failure, and they're being used to build a new internet. Our headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA (opening Fall 2018) will offer a forum for education and collaboration in the midwestern US.
Blockchain Vibes
Blockchain vibes is an event that is centered on educating the crypto and tech enthusiasts about blockchain technology, bringing them into the future of decentralization and creating awareness on the evolution of money. It will bring together top stakeholders in the blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem to share deep insights on key topics such as NFTs, DEFi, WEB3.0, and lots more. It promises to be educative and interactive.

In-Country Coordinators

Tanzania
Adedayo Adebajo, Founder - BIoT Labs.
  • State University of Zanzibar (SUZA)
  • Zanzibar University (ZU)
  • Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)
  • Institute of Financial Management (IFM)
  • College of Business Education (CBE)
  • University of Dar es Salaam (UD)
  • University of Dodoma (UDom)
Botswana & South Africa
Gladness Tladi, MBA, CSC.

Philippines
John James (热那亚约翰詹姆斯) Genove, BS, CSc.
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