Decentralized Finance (DeFi): Unlocking the Future of Finance

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This comprehensive course introduces students to the world of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), exploring its key components, applications, and potential to transform traditional financial systems. Through an in-depth analysis of DeFi protocols, blockchain fundamentals, and smart contracts, participants will learn how to engage with decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, stablecoins, and governance models. The course also covers security risks, regulatory considerations, and future trends that will shape the DeFi landscape. By the end of the course, students will have the tools to build, manage, and innovate within the DeFi ecosystem.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive the Certified DeFi Specialist certification, demonstrating their expertise in decentralized finance concepts, technologies, and applications.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Complete all weekly modules and quizzes.
• Submit and pass the Capstone Project by creating a comprehensive DeFi project proposal.
• Minimum passing score of 80% on final assessments.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Gain a deep understanding of DeFi, its key characteristics, and how it differs from traditional finance.
• Understand the role of blockchain and smart contracts in enabling DeFi protocols.
• Learn how to engage with decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, and stablecoins.
• Analyze security risks in DeFi and best practices for secure development.
• Evaluate regulatory challenges and future trends in the DeFi space.
• Apply DeFi concepts to develop a comprehensive project proposal, from technical architecture to governance