DiAM Program

Welcome to the Digital Assets and MiCA® Programme

The Digital Assets and MiCA® programme (DiAM) aims to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of key concepts and developments in this dynamic field.

Introduction

In recent years, there has been a significant surge in the development of assets based on blockchain technology, commonly known as digital or crypto assets. Beyond cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, blockchain enables the creation of various financial instruments such as stablecoins, central bank digital money (CBDC), and tokenized traditional assets. With increasing adoption, regulation has become a focal point, with initiatives like the MiCA Regulation shaping the regulatory landscape in Europe.

Who is this for?

This program targets professionals in the financial sector aiming to grasp digital assets, including crypto assets, and understand their evolving regulatory landscape. It is relevant for:

·       Advisors

·       Salespeople

·       Banking and finance managers

·       Professionals in the insurance sector

·       Financial report preparers

·       Legal and technical experts working in finance

While primarily designed for professionals, its progressive curriculum also caters to individual investors seeking to expand their knowledge in this domain.

Learning Outcomes

The EFFAS Digital Assets and MiCA® programme is designed to provide essential knowledge about blockchain, crypto-assets, and evolving regulations. By the end of the program, participants will gain insights into:

·       Understanding blockchain technology and its implications for the financial industry.

·       Classifying crypto-assets and navigating current regulations.

·       Exploring products and services in the crypto world.

·       Analyzing the evolving regulatory landscape, with a focus on the MiCA directive.

·       Differentiating between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance.

·       Identifying new trends and future developments in the crypto sector.

Main Advantages

·       Developed by industry practitioners and legal experts from across Europe.

·       Online tutorials presented by experienced professionals and academics.

·       Comprehensive coverage of the MiCA Directive.

·       Accessible learning platform with self-assessment tools.

·       Practical examples for better understanding.

·       Regular updates to remain relevant.

·       Certification endorsed by EFFAS.

Programme Structure

The DiAM programme consists of five modules:

1.       Blockchain technology; what it is and how it is linked to the crypto world.

2.       Typologies of crypto assets and basic regulation that affects them.

3.       Products and services in the world of crypto assets.

4.       Regulation and money laundering: the MICA effect and the AML5.

5.       Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and new trends and investments

Online Programme Contents

Each module includes:

·       Video seminars (recorded)

·       Course slides

·       Self-assessment tools

Certification Exam

The DiAM® professional certification exam, administered by EFFAS, consists of 30 multiple-choice questions and lasts 90 minutes. It can be taken online.

DiAM Common Exam dates: 

24.06.2024 Online (Registration deadline 24.5.2024)

23.9.2024 Online (Registration deadline 23.8.2024)

Pricing

Online training course (4 months’ access to the online learning platform) & common exam:

510€ + VAT24

Online training course (4 months' access to the online learning platform):

380€ + VAT24

Full DiAM brochure here.

All training materials are in English and designed for candidates with a minimum English level of B2. Candidates without this level of English enrolling to the programme do so at their own risk.

For more information and enrollment, please contact us at sihteeri@sijoitusanalyytikot.fi.