Certificate in Fintech and Blockchain
Understanding Fintech, Blockchain and Digital Currencies in Banking and Finance
About this course
Digital transformation is affecting every kind of business, including financial institutions and banks. Major banks worldwide are among the first contributors and investors in research and development related to fintech and blockchain. This Seya Capital training course offers a solid initial understanding of fintech, blockchain technology, and decentralised digital currencies (cryptocurrencies) such as Bitcoin, and how to apply them in daily work, from planning and budgeting to payments and transactions.
This Seya Capital Certificate in Fintech and Blockchain helps participants clearly understand how fintech and blockchain interact with banking, financial, legal, and regulatory systems, concluding with a view of these concepts within a framework of innovation and development.
Dates, venues & fees
| Dates | Venue | Format | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 – 12 Mar 2027 | Nairobi, Kenya | 5 days | US$ 2,100 | Register |
| 15 – 26 Mar 2027 | Arusha, Tanzania | 2 weeks | US$ 3,780 | Register |
| 22 – 26 Mar 2027 | Arusha, Tanzania | 5 days | US$ 2,100 | Register |
Fees are per delegate and exclude travel and accommodation. Every course is also available as in-house training on dates that suit you.
By the end of the course
Participants attending this Seya Capital Certificate in Fintech and Blockchain will be able to:
- Understand the technology behind blockchain and its benefits
- Describe fintech and the range of existing financial technologies
- Differentiate between blockchain as a technology and cryptocurrencies
- Define the current challenges facing the financial and banking sectors and how blockchain and fintech can help
- Describe blockchain as a disruptive innovation and understand its potential for growth
- Determine the appropriate use of Bitcoin and recognise related central bank regulations
Designed for
- Professionals seeking in-depth knowledge of blockchain and fintech
- Professionals with an interest in emerging technologies and their applications in finance and banking
- Start-up founders looking to explore new ideas for deploying blockchain and fintech solutions
- Technical professionals, including those in IT, finance, banking, and business development
Course outline
Day 1: Challenges in Finance and Banking+
- Challenges in Finance & Banking
- The evolving landscape of finance and banking
- The impact of technological disruption
- Regulatory changes and economic uncertainties
- Consumer expectations and the demand for innovative financial services
- Introduction to Fintech
- Definition and scope of fintech
- Evolution of fintech
- Key drivers of the fintech revolution
- Fintech's role in addressing financial challenges
- The Fintech Ecosystem
- The fintech ecosystem: start-ups, incumbents, and technology giants
- Key players and their roles in the industry
Day 2: Fintech Applications and the Fundamentals of Blockchain+
- Existing Fintech Applications
- Examples of successful fintech applications
- Fundamentals of Blockchain
- Introduction to blockchain technology
- Key components and terminology
- How blockchain works
- Differentiating Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
- Distinguishing between blockchain as a technology and cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin
- Understanding the use cases and benefits of each
Day 3: Bitcoin, Decentralised Finance and Central Banks+
- Bitcoin
- The history of Bitcoin
- Bitcoin in practice
- Decentralised Finance
- Introduction to DeFi and its core principles
- Central Banks
- How central banks are embracing blockchain technology
- Overview of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)
Day 4: Integration, Digital Currencies and Disruptive Innovation+
- Integration of Fintech and Blockchain in Financial Institutions
- How financial institutions are partnering with fintech start-ups
- Digital Currency Innovations
- Exploring digital currencies and their unique features
- Blockchain as a Disruptive Innovation
- Reshaping industries outside of finance
Day 5: Real-World Use Cases, Regulation and Future Trends+
- Real-World Use Cases
- Practical use cases across blockchain and fintech
- Regulatory Landscape
- Review of evolving regulatory frameworks
- Future Trends
- Emerging trends in fintech and blockchain
- Recap and key takeaways
How you will learn
This training course uses a variety of proven, highly interactive adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention. This includes syndicate and individual exercises, relevant video content, case studies, and role-play exercises. A comprehensive e-version of the training course manual, including copies of all slides, handouts, and checklists, is provided to participants.
Seya Capital certificate
Upon successful completion of this classroom-based training course, delegates will be awarded a Seya Capital Certificate.
Training designed around your organisation
Every course can be delivered privately for your institution, at your premises or a venue of your choice, with case studies and content adapted to your sector and regulatory environment.