Blockchain is transforming industries, but its technical complexities can be daunting. This course cuts through the confusion to explain blockchain's immense possibilities for business in simple, engaging terms. Through real-world examples and practical applications, you will discover how leading companies are leveraging blockchain to streamline operations, reduce costs, prevent fraud, and build trust.

• define blockchain fundamentals, including distributed ledger technology and core components
• recognize blockchain advantages, challenges, and types (public, private, federated) with industry use cases
• identify key concepts (cryptography, mining, smart contracts) and consensus mechanisms
• assess blockchain’s impact on commercial real estate (property searches, due diligence, title records, leasing, financing)
• recognize blockchain benefits for retail (transactions, supply chain visibility, authenticity verification, transparency in sourcing, sustainability)
  

Accounting, tax, and other financial professionals, as well as for real estate professionals