Introduction to Blockchain: Evolution and Technology Concepts

This specialization focuses on demystifying the blockchain technology by helping you understand the foundational constructs, benefits and opportunities of blockchain technology. You will be prepared to weigh the risks and challenges as you consider implementing this technology within your organization.

Created by: AICPA

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Overall Score : 92 / 100

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Course Description

This is Course 1 in the Introduction to Blockchain course series.Blockchain technology is in a period of exceptional growth, and the accounting profession will play a significant role in driving its adoption. Be part of the blockchain evolution with this course. Starting with a focus on the history and evolution of blockchain and bitcoin and then on to the characteristics of bitcoin, you will get a refresher on the fundamentals of money/currency and learn how bitcoin fits into the global business landscape. This course also demonstrates the unique characteristics of blockchain and bitcoin, so accounting and finance professionals will be able to have meaningful and relevant conversations with internal and external clients.In addition, this course introduces several key concepts within the realm of blockchain, including core components of blockchain technology, the custody, responsibility and control continuum, push vs pull paradigm and private blockchain vs public blockchain, which will significantly impact the way accountants and auditors perform their job functions.

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AICPA

The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (the Association) is the most influential body of professional accountants, combining the strengths of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) to power opportunity, trust and prosperity for people, businesses and economies worldwide. It represents 667,000 members and students in public and management accounting and advocates for the public interest and business sustainability on current and emerging issues. With broad reach, rigor and resources, the Association advances the reputation, employability and quality of CPAs, CGMA designation holders and accounting and finance professionals globally.

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By on 12-Sep-19

entry level knowledge about blockchain and bitcoin.

By Lalith B on 26-Aug-19

Very informative! Highly recommended.

By MASOOTH A on 1-Sep-19

good

By Kwame A B on 8-Oct-19

This is one of the great courses on Cousera and I entreat every aspiring or prospective student with interest in blockchain to enroll to this course as it will give you the edge to learn basis, history, and overview of BlockChain Technology

By potla d on 3-Sep-19

improve exam with feedbacks