Master in Blockchain Management and Web3

The first topic sets out the origins of blockchain, the initial needs it was designed to meet, and how the technology has evolved to the present day.

Conceptual introduction to the technology Socioeconomic context Origins of blockchain and its evolution

Blockchain today International adoption statistics and metrics Web context

The goal of this section is to understand the value proposition of blockchain technology, see its main applications, and grasp the impact it can have on different industries.

Features and value proposition How it basically works Comparison with traditional systems

Smart Contracts, Dapps, and DAOs Applicability across different industries New products and services

This section explains in depth how the technology works, covering concepts from statistics, encryption, computer systems, databases, and more. Students will learn the technical concepts they need in order to understand the possibilities and limitations of the technology, and will come to know the architecture of blockchain applications. Programming languages and software development fall outside the scope of the course. The Web3 field will also be studied.

Basic blockchain cryptography Structure of the technology Databases Digital signatures and validations Mining and incentives

Proof of Work protocol Proof of Stake protocol Other consensus protocols Hardfork and Softfork Hands-on simulation of a blockchain network

There are two very different types of blockchain. This section explains the characteristics of public blockchains in detail and goes in depth into the Bitcoin and Ethereum networks. Several decentralized applications (DApps) will also be used live so students can see how to use them correctly and better understand how they work. Finally, students will be tested with real cases so they learn to design and manage projects based on public blockchains.

Features Value proposition and applications Protocols Incentives/tokens Governance Ecosystem (main projects and platforms) The Bitcoin blockchain The Ethereum blockchain

Ethereum 2.0 Decentralized applications for public blockchains Limitations of a public blockchain Scalability solutions: Sidechains, Second Layers, Rollups, etc. Lightning Network and RSK Metamask and Testnets Designing and managing projects based on a public blockchain Hands-on work with Smart Contracts and DApps

Private and consortium blockchains are currently drawing the interest of many companies looking to get started with this technology. Their characteristics are very different from those of public blockchains, and so are their applications. In this section we will present their characteristics and uses and take a deeper look at the advantages and disadvantages of this type of blockchain infrastructure. Finally, students will be tested with real cases so they learn to design and manage projects based on permissioned blockchains.

Similarities and differences Value proposition and applications Protocols, incentives, and governance Limitations and privacy Outsourcing the infrastructure (Blockchain as a Service)

Hyperledger and Hyperledger Fabric Designing and implementing a permissioned blockchain Designing and managing projects based on a permissioned blockchain Hybrid blockchains Analysis of real IBM projects

Since the arrival of blockchain, Web3 has evolved significantly, giving rise to a unique way of digitally representing items, entities, and places. This chapter examines how these new Web3 verticals work and how to apply them correctly in corporate environments.

Introduction to tokenization Utility Token vs. Security Token Fungible Token vs. Non Fungible Token ERC-20, ERC-721, and ERC-1155 tokens Theory and key concepts of the metaverse Metaverse (advanced level) Applying the metaverse in corporate environments Metaverse practice Theory and key concepts of NFTs Creating, exchanging, and marketing NFTs

NFTs (advanced level) Applying NFTs in corporate environments NFT practice Theory and key concepts of asset tokenization Tokenization of tangible and intangible assets (advanced level) Tokenization practice Managing ownership of an asset through tokenization Designing and managing projects based on the metaverse, NFTs, and asset tokenization

Blockchain technology has made it possible to create decentralized electronic money that, for the first time in history, does not depend on banks or governments to work properly. This has opened up a new range of possibilities in the financial sector (DeFi), offering new value propositions and applications. This section explains in detail the possibilities and verticals it offers, and examines the leading DeFi applications and how they work. It also analyzes the new cryptoeconomics paradigm and its implications. In addition, this topic covers how to handle cryptocurrencies correctly and how to invest in them using guidelines that minimize the associated risks.

Introduction to cryptocurrencies: characteristics and how they work Cryptocurrencies vs. fiat money Creating a cryptocurrency Buying, storing, sending, and selling cryptocurrencies Investing in cryptocurrencies (using fundamental and technical analysis to filter the best investment opportunities) Theory and key concepts of decentralized finance (DeFi) Stablecoins and debt creators Staking

Lending and borrowing (flash loans, wealthtech, asset management, lotteries, non-profit) Automated market makers, liquidity pools, impermanent loss, and other concepts Decentralized exchange (DEX) vs. traditional exchanges (Exchange or CEX) Synthetic derivatives and insurance ICO, DAICO, STO, IEO, etc. Leading DeFi applications

Once you understand how the technology works, it is time to look more closely at its possible applications and at how the technology could be configured depending on the use case. By the end of this section, students will be able to identify blockchain-based improvement opportunities and conceptualize solutions that fit specific needs. The limitations of the technology will also be presented, along with when it should and should not be used, and we will look at the challenges it faces going forward. Finally, we will go into detail on the applications that already exist across different industries.

Innovation in information management (decentralized storage and management) Disruption in value transfer Creating and managing immutable digital identity Specific applications in the main sectors: supply chain, finance, insurance, law, cybersecurity, healthcare, energy, telecommunications, and many more. New products, services, and business models

Impact on Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT) Decentralized domains A model for identifying improvement opportunities or new blockchain-based products Limitations and challenges Future outlook for blockchain technology

This section explains whether Smart Contracts carry legal guarantees and discusses the regulations and standards to take into account when tackling a blockchain-based project. We will also review global regulation of cryptoassets and introduce their tax requirements. One good way to take on this technological challenge is by collaborating with several companies in the same sector, allowing them to share objectives and costs. In this topic we will also explain what types of consortium exist, what they can offer, and how to become part of one.

Degree of legal validity of Smart Contracts Regulations and standards for developing blockchain projects Legal requirements for linking ownership of a physical asset to its tokenized representation Regulatory requirements for Utility tokens vs. Security tokens GDPR regulations and the right to be forgotten

Machine-to-machine contracts Blockchain in judicial evidence Taxation of investments in cryptocurrencies and other cryptoassets Consortiums

This topic covers some of the most important elements for applying blockchain at a professional level. It explains how to design applications and infrastructure to optimize performance. It analyzes the resources needed to carry this out and how to manage them. In addition, it shows how to develop the documentation required for the technical team to program and implement the solution as efficiently as possible, and you will learn to plan and lead projects with the most appropriate methodologies. Once again, theory is combined with practice and with real-life case examples so that you can consolidate your knowledge and learn best practices.

Requirements definition Functional design of blockchain-based projects Selecting the blockchain type, technologies, and infrastructure Project architecture Elements, resources, and budget Financial valuation of projects

Project planning Project management and implementation Preparing the most important documents and diagrams for project design, planning, and management Scrum and Kanban methodologies (agile project management)

In the last two topics we will explore the most recent and relevant transformations within the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem. In this topic we will see how tokenization is transforming the digital economy and how new adoption models are emerging in Web3. We will analyze the impact of stablecoins and CBDCs, the tokenization of real-world assets and decentralized physical networks (DePIN), as well as GameFi and SocialFi models, the creator economy, and the building of digital communities. 

Stablecoins and CBDCs The MiCA framework and its impact on stablecoins. Institutional tokenization Tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN)

Web3 Content Creator Economy tokenized content, memberships, communities, and airdrops GameFi and SocialFi models: incentives, P2E, and user participation Decentralized digital identity (DID)

Continuing with the most recent and relevant transformations within the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem, in this topic we will explore the evolution of the infrastructure and core technologies that underpin the blockchain ecosystem. We will analyze recent changes in Ethereum, Layer 2 and zk-rollup scalability solutions, as well as emerging technologies such as ZK-proofs and account abstraction. We will also address security in DeFi and Web3, interoperability between blockchains, and the integration of blockchain with artificial intelligence and quantum computing, providing a complete view of the ecosystem's technological challenges and opportunities.

Emerging technologies: ZK-proofs, account abstraction, and modular blockchains. Security principles in Web3 and DeFi: bridge hacks, exploits, rug pulls, phishing

Interoperability and cross-chain: connecting L1 and L2, recent standards and protocols. Integrating blockchain with Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact of quantum computing on cryptographic security