Advanced Certificate Programme in Blockchain
Become a Blockchain Developer and learn how to create a blockchain from scratch, build smart contracts and chaincodes.
India's #1 Technical University (Private)
Source – India Today, 2021
7.5 Months
Mar 31, 2022
Mar 31, 2022
300+
Hiring Partners
5 out of 6 Learners
Program Overview
Key Highlights
Designed for Working Professionals
No Cost EMI Options available
IIIT Bangalore Alumni Status
Exclusive Job opportunities Portal
Interview Preparation
Just-in-Time Interviews
High Performance Coaching (1:1)
Showcase your expertise and skills to potential employers using an e-portfolio.
AI Powered Profile Builder
Career mentorship Sessions (1:1)
Just-in-Time Interviews
Top Skills You Will Learn
Job Opportunities
Who Is This Programme For?
Minimum Eligibility
upGrad Alumni
Syllabus
- Pre-Requisites
- Blockchain: Basics and Applications
- Building a Distributed Application on Hyperledger Fabric
- Architecting Blockchain Applications (Delivered Live)
- Capstone Project
- Programming Language Fundamentals (Python)
- Node Fundamentals
- Blockchain Basics
- Blockchain Features
- Ethereum Fundamentals
- Smart Contract Development in Ethereum
- DAPP Development in Ethereum
- Assignment/Project
- Hyperledger Fundamentals
- Fabric Network Setup
- Chaincode Development
- DAPP Development
- Assignment/Project
- UPSTAC Covid App Architecting and Deployment
- Architecting a DeFi application
- Other Blockchain Frameworks and their Use Cases
- Assignment/Project
- Exam Week
- Capstone Project
The upGrad Advantage
Strong hand-holding with dedicated support to help you master Data Science
Job Opportunities
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Learning Support
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Career Assistance
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upGrad Opportunities
- upGrad Elevate: Virtual hiring drive giving you the opportunity to interview with upGrad’s 300+ hiring partners
- Job Opportunities Portal: Gain exclusive access to upGrad’s Job Opportunities portal which has 100+ openings from upGrad’s hiring partners at any given time
Industry Expert Guidance
- Interactive Live Sessions with leading industry experts covering curriculum + advanced topics
Student Support
- Student Support is available 7 days a week, 24*7 for non-academic queries.
- You can write to us via studentsupport@upgrad.com Or for urgent queries, use the “Talk to Us” option on the Learn platform.
Career Mentorship Sessions (1:1)
- Get mentored by an experienced industry expert and receive personalised feedback to achieve your desired outcome
High Performance Coaching (1:1)
- Get a dedicated career coach after the program to help track your career goals, coach you on your profile, and support you during your career transition journey
Programme Fee – Indian Residents
Rs. 4,99,000 (incl. taxes)
Starting at Rs 11,850/month. No cost EMI options available.
Programming Languages and Tools Covered
Student Reviews
The program has been very useful and my experience with upGrad and the student mentors at upGrad has been very good. The content taught is very relatable and the method of delivery is also convenient for working professionals like us.
upGrad teaches complex topics in a very simple manner. The case studies are easily understandable and have added value to my resume and helped me bag a 125% salary hike. The curriculum is very relevant to today’s market scenario and the upGrad team has done a good job in bringing education right at our palms.
The program has taught me a lot and the case studies have been very useful. The student mentors are very helpful and have helped me solve any and every problem that I have faced. It has been a great experience for me, I would definitely recommend the program to my friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this programme for?
The programme has been specifically designed to cater to the needs of learners across job roles and industries. The programme would be particularly helpful for the career growth of the following audience:
- Fresh graduates from college
- Currently working in IT service roles like Testing, Maintenance, Support
- Existing software developers working in the IT/Tech industry
- Current Project Leads and Managers in IT/Tech Companies
What should I expect from this programme?
Advanced Certificate Programme IIIT-B:Â Upon successful completion of the programme, you earn a reputed Advanced Certificate Programme from IIIT Bangalore. In addition, you will also receive a programme GPA and official transcript from IIIT Bangalore.
Learn from the best in academia and industry:Â Learn about the core Blockchain concepts from leading IIIT Bangalore faculty and the application from industry experts
How is this programme different from other Blockchain programs?
This is a comprehensive, 7.5-month, first-of-its-kind online Advanced Certificate Programme in Blockchain. The programme content has been designed in close collaboration with leading IIIT Bangalore faculty and inputs from over 20 industry experts. The key USPs of the programme are:
- Prestigious Advanced Certificate:Â This will enhance your overall profile by adding to your academic credentials and giving you an added edge over others in the industry
- Extensive hands-on experience:Â Special emphasis on building programming skills through practice. 1:4 ratio of theoretical sessions and programming practice. You will get to work on the latest blockchain tools and practices being used in top tech companies.
- Industry exposure:Â The programme content is structured to ensure maximum industry relevance. The various aspects of the programme where we partner closely with the industry are:
- Projects:Â Work on software projects created with feedback from top tech companies. Get guidance and reviews from industry experts on the quality of your project during the programme to improve the quality of your code.
- Career Services:Â To help you in your career transition journey, there would be a one-on-one mentorship session with a Senior Blockchain Developer and CV prep sessions with a variety of experts to help you make the next big jump in your career
What is the weekly time commitment expected from me?
The programme schedule is designed to ensure that you can successfully study and practice the course alongside your job. Devoting 12-15 hours/week is adequate enough to graduate from the programme. However, the more time you devote, the greater will be the learning from the programme and the potential impact on your career.
Where will I get to practice programming for this course?
Once you are enrolled in the programme, you shall receive a link to download an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) in your device. IDEs are used for providing comprehensive facilities to computer programmers and blockchain developers for code editing and debugger. The IDE shall be used for the duration of the programme to help you practice your programming and to solve assignments.
How will my doubts/questions be resolved in an online programme?
There is a 4-tiered structure in place for addressing any doubts that might arise during the duration of the course:
- Dedicated team of Teaching Associates (TAs) to help you with your academic doubts
- Private group chat, wherein you and your team members will help each other work through the study material and assignments, monitored by a teaching assistant
- Batch-wide discussion forum, wherein other students respond to your doubts
For queries, feedback & assistance
upGrad Learner Support
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