Free preview available
Columbus, United States · Study online with LSBA

Decentralized Finance and Cryptoassets

Exploring blockchain, DeFi, and cryptoassets, their applications, and regulatory frameworks in the financial industry globally online
Start now
Preview Unit 1 first
Free · No signup · No credit card · No payment
4086 already enrolled
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
100% online
Learn from anywhere
Shareable certificate
Add to LinkedIn
2 months to complete
at 2-3 hours a week
Share

Overview

Loading...

Learning outcomes

Loading...

Course content

1

Blockchain Fundamentals

2

Decentralized Lending

3

Smart Contract Development

4

Cryptoasset Valuation

5

Decentralized Exchange Markets

Career Path

Loading...

Key facts

Loading...

Why this course

Loading...

People also ask

Everything you need to know before you start

Straight answers — no waiting on a reply. Most learners are enrolled within 60 seconds of finding what they need below.

60 sec
From enrol to start
24/7
Course access
Self-paced
Learn on your time
Certificate
Included in fee

We offer immediate access to our course materials through our open enrollment system. This means:

  • The course starts as soon as you pay the course fee, instantly
  • No waiting periods or fixed start dates
  • Instant access to all course materials upon payment
  • Flexibility to begin at your convenience

This self-paced approach allows you to begin your professional development journey immediately, fitting your learning around your existing commitments.

We offer two flexible learning paths to suit your schedule:

  • Fast Track: Complete in 1 month with 3-4 hours of study per week
  • Standard Mode: Complete in 2 months with 2-3 hours of study per week

You can progress at your own pace and access the materials 24/7.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. You just need:

  • A good command of English language
  • Access to a computer/laptop with internet
  • Basic computer skills
  • Dedication to complete the course
Ready when you are
Most learners finish reading the FAQs and enrol in the same minute.
Self-paced · Certificate included · 24/7 access · 60-second start.
Enrol now

Assessment is done through:

  • Multiple-choice questions at the end of each unit
  • You need to score at least 60% to pass each unit
  • You can retake quizzes if needed
  • All assessments are online

Upon successful completion, you will receive:

  • A digital certificate from London School of Business and Administration
  • Option to request a physical certificate
  • Transcript of completed units
  • Certification is included in the course fee
Open enrolment · Start today

You've read the page. The next step is the easy part.

Most learners are inside the course materials within 60 seconds of clicking the button below. Self-paced, instant access, certificate included.

Enrol now
Instant access Certificate included Self-paced Secure checkout

Why people choose us for their career

Trusted by professionals worldwide

Verified outcomes from learners who finished the course and put it to work.

4.5
Based on 4 learner reviews · 4 countries
98%
Would recommend
100%
Verified learners
2026
Cohort active
Completed from United Kingdom
ST
Sarah Thompson
GB · Course completed

I signed up for this course hoping to get a practical grip on crypto, and it delivered. The videos were clear and the quizzes kept things interesting. I learned how to set up a MetaMask wallet, stake tokens on a DeFi platform, and even ran a tiny yield‑farm on a testnet. The reading material was concise, and the real‑world examples—like the case study on a DeFi hack—helped me understand security risks. All in all, a solid, enjoyable course that gave me the confidence to experiment with crypto assets on my own.

MC
Michael Carter
US · Course completed

The Decentralized Finance and Cryptoassets course perfectly aligned with my professional learning goals. The curriculum covered DeFi protocols in depth, allowing me to master liquidity pool mechanics and yield‑farming strategies. I especially appreciated the hands‑on lab where we built a simulated Uniswap pool and performed risk assessments using real‑time data. The course materials—up‑to‑date PDFs, interactive dashboards, and case studies of Aave and Compound—were exceptionally relevant and well‑structured. Overall, the learning experience was rigorous yet accessible, and I feel fully equipped to advise clients on crypto‑asset investments.

AP
Ananya Patel
IN · Course completed

Wow! This course blew me away with its energy and depth. I wanted to dive into tokenomics and smart‑contract development, and the modules gave me exactly that—step‑by‑step tutorials on writing ERC‑20 tokens, plus live coding sessions where we deployed a simple DeFi lending contract on a test network. The instructors shared cutting‑edge insights on market trends, and the supplemental resources (video interviews with industry leaders) were incredibly inspiring. I now feel enthusiastic about launching my own crypto‑project, and the course’s quality exceeded my expectations.

ZD
Zanele Dlamini
ZA · Course completed

The Decentralized Finance and Cryptoassets course provided a thorough, detail‑oriented overview of the DeFi landscape. Each module was broken down into clear sections: fundamentals of blockchain, smart‑contract architecture, risk‑management frameworks, and regulatory considerations for emerging markets. I particularly valued the practical assignments, such as constructing a risk‑adjusted portfolio using historical price data and performing a compliance audit on a mock DeFi protocol. The course materials—including comprehensive slide decks, annotated code snippets, and a curated list of research papers—were of high quality and directly applicable to my work in financial analysis.





Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

Clear and professional communication

Recently updated!

May 2026