Payments 201 training course: Centralised and decentralised payments ecosystems are converging. Get ahead of the inevitable and understand how this will work in practice.
What you’ve always wanted to know about virtual & decentralised payments but were afraid to ask…
This broad and comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of virtual, crypto and decentralised payments gives an in-depth snapshot of this particular aspect of the payments industry for a better understanding of how it all fits together. The course combines presenter-led sessions, thought-provoking videos and quizzes. Drawing on real life examples, it weaves together the underpinning principles, key stakeholders and regulations. with practical applications for all three. It will bring an understanding of the key issues and opportunities, with practical advice to take back.
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“This is a fantastic course for those looking to upskill on all things crypto/ digital assets/ blockchain. In two days I learnt more than I have in the last two months on the topic. Highly recommend.”
“A doff-of-the-cap to the course organisers and presenters in being brave enough to simplify such a complex market to help policy professionals to better understand what is going on and the evolving dynamics involved. A ‘must’ for anyone wanting a handle of what that changing picture looks like from a technical, market and regulatory perspective.”
Day 1
Morning: Ecosystem recap, SEPA, IFR
– What is a Blockchain?
– How does a blockchain work?
– How are transactions validated?
– Blockchain scalability
– Blockchain governance
– Smart contracts, dApps & DeFi
– Blockchain risks
Afternoon: Digital/ Virtual Assets (Part 1)
– Crypto currencies
– Stablecoins
– Utility tokens
– Security tokens
– Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs & NFT coins)
Day 2
Morning: Digital/ Virtual Assets (Part 2), Transacting
– Wallets
– Exchanges and marketplaces
– Payment interactions
Afternoon: Virtual Asset Risks, Regulations, and Market Outlook
Course trainer: Neira Jones, FBCS, MsC
Neira advises organisations of all sizes on payments, fintech, regtech, cybercrime, information security, regulations (e.g. PSD2, GDPR, AML) and digital innovation. More than 20 years in financial services and technology made her believe in change through innovation & partnerships. She always strives to demystify the hype surrounding current issues and also enjoys her work as an expert witness. She likes engaging on social media and regularly addresses global audiences as a keynote speaker or chair-person.
This course is CPD accredited. Attendees will receive 6 CPD points having attended the course. In order to receive full accreditation for the course, you must attend the full course. Please contact Orlanna Morris at [email protected] to receive your certificate at the end of the course.
Why should I attend?
This course gives an understanding of blockchain infrastructures, introduces virtual assets, the transactional processes, risks, governance, and regulatory frameworks for this fascinating side of the industry. It combines engaging presenter-led sessions, thought-provoking videos and discussions, interactive tests, with real-life examples, drawing parallels between centralised and decentralised payment ecosystems throughout.
What will I gain?
Payments 201 isn’t a course about crypto, although it covers crypto. It is a course for payments professionals wanting to understand the risks, issues, and opportunities that decentralised payment infrastructures present.
Who should attend?
Suitable for those who have already attended Payments 101 or possess equivalent knowledge.
Bespoke Training courses for your teams
Would you like to run one of our 3 training courses for your team? We can easily arrange this for you.
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