Binance announces blockchain courses at European universities

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“Education plays a pivotal role in advancing adoption and fostering opportunities as these technologies redefine our future and global economic landscape.”

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In partnership with leading European educational institutions, Binance Academy has launched university-accredited courses that delve into key topics and disciplines within the dynamic landscape of Web3.

Offering learners a deeper understanding of blockchain technology and digital assets, the crypto learning hub of Binance is hoping to further expand the reach of its educational efforts by partnering with renowned and respected Business schools and professors in Europe.

According to the announcement, all of the courses have been designed and recorded in partnership with esteemed professors teaching crypto and blockchain-related courses on campus. The courses are priced at 10 USDT for enrollment, with a promotional price of 4 USDT at launch.

Upon completion of their courses, participants will receive a co-branded certificate from the university and Binance Academy, with the hope that this certification will help to unlock new career opportunities within the blockchain industry, the entity stated.

4 to 7-week courses in Prague, Luxembourg, and Paris

The university partners and their courses include:

  • Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE): a 4-week “Digital Assets and Blockchain Industry.” course. It was designed in partnership with Dr. Jakub Jedlinský and researcher Kareem Abdallah and will cover: Bitcoin, the emergence and evolution of the crypto industry, insights into crypto’s current and future state, as well as the utility of cryptocurrencies and their influence on traditional financial systems.
  • The European Business Institute (EBI) of Luxembourg: a 7-week course designed alongside the University’s President and Academic Dean; Dr James Mulli. ‘Blockchain and P2P Fundamentals’ will cover blockchain’s wide-ranging applications across industries. Topics include Trading & Mining Digital Cryptocurrencies, Smart Contract Creation, CBDCs & Crypto Regulation, and more. Learners will discover blockchain’s practical use in Asset Management, Insurance, Cross-Border Payments, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare and others;
  • ESCP Business School: a 4-week program, designed alongside professor for Blockchain & AI; Dr. Marcus Schmalbach. ‘Blockchain Mastery: From Fundamentals to Advanced Corporate Solutions’ will offer participants a holistic understanding of the evolving landscape of digital assets and their implications for both businesses and investors. Students will explore a diverse array of topics, from the inception of Bitcoin to the disruptive ascent of cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Cardano. Delving deeper, the curriculum unpacks concepts such as blockchain consensus mechanisms, decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenomics, and smart contracts.

Yi He, Co-Founder at Binance, said: “We’re thrilled to join hands with prestigious European universities in delivering university-accredited Web3 courses. Education plays a pivotal role in advancing adoption and fostering opportunities as these technologies redefine our future and global economic landscape. Our commitment to accessibility aligns with our user-centric principles, driving financial inclusivity and sustainable innovation as we champion growth within the broader ecosystem. ”

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