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OLET1208: Cryptocurrency Markets and Investments
2025 unit information
This unit introduces the emerging world of cryptocurrencies with an emphasis on the trading and valuation of these assets. Students learn about the mechanics of various blockchains, delve into the economics of crypto-mining, and learn about the critical features of various currencies. The trading infrastructure utilised by these assets is documented, an understanding of their valuation provided, and how these assets can be incorporated into traditional portfolios to add diversification benefits is explored. The unit provides an overview of the regulatory frameworks evolving to deal with cryptocurrencies and explains how initial coin offerings (ICOs) compare to crowdfunding and other traditional raising methods. Several successful ICO's are investigated to build an understanding of how capital is raised and what sorts of projects lend themselves to disruption via the blockchain. Students also explore what future areas cryptocurrencies are likely to disrupt.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Business (Business School)
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Finance |
| Credit points | 2 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Demonstrate an understanding of Cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain by evaluating information from various based research sources.
- LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of the applications of Blockchain technology to the financial services sector by critically analysing initial coin offerings (ICOs).
- LO3. Provide a unique depth of expertise on the regulatory environment of cryptocurrency markets by reviewing legal and policy landscape surrounding cryptocurrencies around the world.
- LO4. Demonstrate an understanding of a research avenue available in the cryptocurrency space by autonomously engaging in a project to identify and analyse some recent development.
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Intensive November - December 2024
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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Intensive December 2025
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Block mode | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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