Center For Executive and Professional Education

We will explore the future of blockchain technology and examine its longer-term implications for business. This overview will include:

How blockchain and cryptocurrencies came into existence Debunking bitcoin myths/misunderstandings Introduction to the underlying distributed ledger technology Understanding the fundamental business problems solved by blockchain Discovering new business disruptions/opportunities Understanding the technology foundations of blockchain Application of blockchain to different industry segments: Healthcare Finance Supply Chain Energy Media/Marketing Start-ups Audience: This training overview is designed for non-technical business leaders who are tasked with making business decisions about leveraging blockchain technology within their organization. No knowledge of technology or coding is required to attend.

Join us to learn how blockchain technology has the potential to fundamentally change the way business is conducted and transform our economic, social, and political systems. Companies in many industries are just now beginning to understand how to apply blockchain solutions to solve business problems.

This one-day training event will delve into the world of blockchain technology and the promise it holds. Participants will learn about cryptocurrencies, the basic mechanics of blockchain protocol, and understand how blockchain technologies can both solve challenges and support goals. Business leaders will have the opportunity to develop a practical, fundamental understanding of blockchain technology and its potential application within their organizations.

PSU’s Center for Executive & Professional Education (CEPE) has ongoing needs for instructional staff. If you’re interested in teaching for CEPE (or think you might be!), please join us for this info session to meet us and learn about our needs. After a presentation on our history, courses, hiring process, and what we look for in instructors, we’ll break into discussion groups so attendees can network and learn more.