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Certificate for Module (Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets)
證書(單元:加密貨幣及數碼資產)
CEF Reimbursable Course
- Course Code
- FN074A
- Application Code
- 2150-FN074A
- QF Level
-
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This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- Credit
- 9
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- 20 Oct 2023 (Fri)
- Duration
- 30 hours
- Language
- English
- Course Fee
- HK$6000 per programme
- Enquiries
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2867 83222861 0278
This programme aims to equip students with the latest knowledge in cryptocurrency and digital assets investment. Students will learn how to analyse the opportunities and risks of digital assets in their own investment portfolio construction.
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
1. Describe the history and regulatory evolution of cryptocurrency;
2. Explain the operation of blockchain ecosystem;
3. Assess the risks of digital assets in portfolio management;
4. Summarise the recent development of regulatory frameworks in digital assets.
Programme Structure
This part-time programme consists of 30 contact hours.
1. Introduction to cryptocurrency
- Definition and purported benefits
- Chronological history and regulatory evolution of cryptocurrency
- Invention of bitcoin
- Centralised vs decentralised
2. Blockchain and distributed ledger technology
- Basics of blockchain technology
- Fundamentals of distributed ledger technology
- Various types of blockchain networks
- Benefits and risks of blockchain
3. Blockchain ecosystem
- Second layer protocols
- Various types of digital tokens
- Concept of decentralised finance (DeFi)
- Blockchain applications in financial services
4. Digital assets
- Difference between cryptocurrency and digital assets
- Variations of digital currencies
- Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs)
- Digital wallets, digital asset exchange and trade process
- Real world use cases
5. Investment opportunities of digital assets
- Correlation of digital assets and other asset classes
- Technical analysis of digital assets
- Risks of investing in digital assets
- Valuation frameworks for digital assets
6. Trading strategies of digital assets
- Altcoin trading
- Cryptocurrency long and short trading
- Cryptocurrency future and options trading
- Margin trading in cryptocurrency
- Earning interest with margin lending
- Technical indicators
7. Regulation
- Overview of Hong Kong regulatory framework
- Current developments in Hong Kong and US regulations in digital assets
- Cryptocurrency scams
- Cybercrime threat
Assessment Criteria
Assessed by one individual written assignment.
Attendance Requirement
Students are required to achieve at least 70% attendance.
Award
Upon satisfactory completion of the programme, students will be awarded “Certificate for Module (Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets)” within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.
Duration
Lecture Hours: 30 hours
Medium of Instruction: English
| Application Code | 2150-FN074A | - |
Tentative Start Date: 20 October 2023 (Fri)
| Date | Time | Venue | |
| Lecture 1 | 20 October 2023 (Fri) | .m. | |
| Lecture 2 | 27 October 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 3 | 3 November 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 4 | 10 November 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 5 | 17 November 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 6 | 24 November 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 7 | 1 December 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 8 | 8 December 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 9 | 15 December 2023 (Fri) | ||
| Lecture 10 | 29 December 2023 (Fri) |
**The above tentative timetable and venue may be subject to change without prior notice until confirmation of timetable issued to student.
Applicants shall hold an Advanced Diploma, a Higher Diploma or an Associate Degree awarded by a recognised institution. Those with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.
- Course Fee : HK$6000 per programme
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
| CEF Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Certificate for Module (Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets) 證書(單元:加密貨幣及數碼資產) |
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| COURSE CODE 33C137410 | FEES $6,000 | ENQUIRY 2867-8392 |
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Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
Certificate for Module (Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets)
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Application Form Application Form
Enrolment Method1. Complete the application form.
2. Submit the application form with the following documents:
(a) CERTIFIED TRUE COPIES of all relevant academic and/or professional qualifications (please also bring along the originals of these documents for certification at HKU SPACE enrollment center); and
(b) copy of HKID card / passport and visa (if applicable).
The complete set of application forms with all relevant supporting documents may be submitted in person to any HKU SPACE enrollment centers.
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Master Card including "HKUSPACE Master Card" at any HKUSPACE enrolment Centre.
** Double-sided printing is much appreciated**
Payment MethodNotes
- Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances, subject to the School's discretion.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries of the relevant subject area for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferred from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of $120 will be levied on approved transfers.
- Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
- For additional copies of receipts, please send a stamped, self-addressed envelope with a completed form and a crossed cheque for $30 per copy made payable to "HKU SPACE". Such copies will normally only be issued at the end of a course.
- Classes are expected to be held at HKU SPACE learning centers. The health and safety of our students is our top priority. If the situation in Hong Kong requires, HKU SPACE reserves the right to move some classes to other locations, including online teaching platforms.
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