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Certificate for Module (Distributed Ledger and Blockchain with Business Applications)
證書(單元 : 分散式帳本與區塊鏈的商業應用)
CEF Reimbursable Course
- Course Code
- FN064A
- Application Code
- 2260-FN064A
- QF Level
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Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- Credit
- 6
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- 05 Dec 2024 (Thu)
- Next intake(s)
- Mar 2025
- Duration
- 30 hours
- Language
- English
- Course Fee
- Course Fee: $10000 per programme (* course fees are subject to change without prior notice)
- Enquiries
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2867 8331 / 2867 84242681 0278
Today and Upcoming Events
Accept new applications for Dec 24 intake! There will be practical classes in the computer laboratory. Our professional lecturer will discuss the contemporary knowledge of distributed ledger and the latest applications of blockchain, e.g., asset tokenization and NFT. The usage of computer programming to develop smart contracts and other practical implementations of blockchain in business will be covered. Welcome to your online application!
Programme Overview
Highlights
Programme Details
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
1. outline the characteristics and development of distributed ledger and blockchain in the contemporary technological environment;
2. identify key components and related issues of blockchain network for business;
3. apply computational tools to develop smart contracts and illustrate practical implementation of blockchain in business; and
4. discuss cases and applications related to distributed ledger and blockchain in business and finance.
| Application Code | 2260-FN064A | Apply Online Now |
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Days / Time
- Mon, Thu, 6:45pm - 10:05pm
- 30 hours per programme
- Hong Kong Island Campus
- Kowloon East Campus
- Kowloon West Campus
Modules & Class Details
Modules
Course Content
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(1) Introduction to Distributed Ledger and Blockchain
(2) Development of Distributed Ledger and Blockchain in business
(3) Distributed Ledger and Blockchain with applications in business and finance
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Assessment method: Two in-class exercise + Group Project Presentation
Upon successful completion of the programme, students who have passed the continuous assessment and final assessment with attendance no less than 70% will be awarded with the Certificate for Module (Distributed Ledger and Blockchain with Business Applications) within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.
Teacher
(1) Dr. Simon Yiu
Simon, IT Department Head of a financial institution in Hong Kong, has handled many FinTech initiatives and projects, such as Algo trading, finance big data analytics, Robo-advisors and so on. Before that, he also worked for AI, and Machine learning startup as co-founder and CTO which located at a Hong Kong Science Park and participated at the University organized Entrepreneurship Center in 2010, focusing on AI, Machine Learning, Big Data analytics and Natural language processing. Furthermore, he has hands-on programming experiences in FinTech areas for over 10 years. Simon earned a Doctoral Degree in Business Administration from the City University of Hong Kong and a Master Degree in Data Science and Business Statistics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
(2) Dr. Carter Lam
Dr Lam is a Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and Professional Risk Manager (PRM) holder, a Chartered Statistician in the United Kingdom, a Certified Statistician in Hong Kong, and an Accredited Professional Statistician in the United States. He has over 15 years of expertise as a lecturer in statistics, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. He received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (First Class Honours), Master of Philosophy in Mathematics, and Doctor of Education degrees from the University of Hong Kong. He also holds master's degrees in multimedia information technology, financial engineering, applied psychology (with distinction), and data analytics and artificial intelligence (with distinction) from different universities. He has extensive teaching experience as well as practical knowledge of how to use big data to address financial difficulties. He is also conversant with artificial intelligence and machine learning. He also holds more than 20 IT certifications from Oracle, Huawei, Adobe, Microsoft, SAS, Cisco, Alteryx, and Google. He just earned the bronze award at the Digital Economics Hong Kong Techanthon+ 2024 for developing an AI online trading platform. He also won the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park's coideation program and formed an educational technology company under it.
Class Details
Timetable
Dec 2024 intake
| Lecture | Date | Time |
| 1 | 5 Dec 24 (Thu) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 2 | 9 Dec 24 (Mon) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 3 | 12 Dec 24 (Thu) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 4 | 16 Dec 24 (Mon) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 5 | 19 Dec 24 (Thu) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 6 | 30 Dec 24 (Mon) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 7 | 2 Jan 25 (Thu) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 8 | 6 Jan 25 (Mon) | 18:45-22:05 |
| 9 | 9 Jan 25 (Thu) | 18:45-22:05 |
Remarks: The tentative timetable is subject to change, and course commencement is subject to sufficient enrollment numbers.
Articulation Pathways
Progression Path
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$150 (Non-refundable)
Course Fee- Course Fee: $10000 per programme (* course fees are subject to change without prior notice)
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold an Advanced Diploma, a Higher Diploma or an Associate Degree awarded by a recognized institution. Those with a business, finance, economics, mathematics, science, engineering, IT or computer science background would have an advantage.
Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merit.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
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| Certificate for Module (Distributed Ledger and Blockchain with Business Applications) 證書（單元：分散式帳本與區塊鏈的商業應用） |
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| COURSE CODE 33C135442 | FEES $10,000 | ENQUIRY 2867-8331 |
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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 (Distributed Ledger and Blockchain with Business Applications)
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Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
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- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
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Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
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Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
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- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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Hong Kong Digital Asset Society (HKDAS) is led by a volunteer group of members who care about the future of financial technology in Hong Kong, Greater China and Asia. We are not-for-profit and have an independent structure based on our three pillars of values: trust, transparency, and governance. We aim to develop and promote the four areas of the Digital Asset industry in Hong Kong.
Education - Provide lectures, mentoring services, workshops and necessary training to educate the public and students on the latest development in digital assets and blockchain technology.
Incubation - Support local entrepreneurs who try to build start-ups in the digital asset space. We help incubate and accelerate their growth by providing necessary training, support and resources.
Opportunity - Provide opportunities like gap year placement, internship and graduate trainee programme to grow and equip young talents and leaders and help them be ready for this evolving and innovative environment.
Integration - Encourage integrations and collaborations with regulators and industrial organizations locally and overseas. Increase investors’ confidence by promoting agreement on the industrial standards for products, practices or operations in the field.
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