TIES3600 ISS1: Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Blockchain Technology (JSS35) (2 cr)

Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Information Technology
Curriculum periods:
2026-2027

Description

Entrepreneurship Opportunities In Blockchain Technology intersects IT and business disciplines. It immerses students in the fast-evolving world of blockchain from an entrepreneurship perspective. Through market insights, real-world case studies, and hands-on exposure to essential Web3 tools, participants learn how to identify high-value opportunities, design viable blockchain-driven business models, and confidently transform bold ideas into scalable ventures. 

Learning outcomes

Students will be able to:

1. Understand Blockchain’s Business Value: Gain a strong grasp of how blockchain creates economic advantage, transforms industries, and opens new entrepreneurial pathways across global markets.

2. Identify High-Potential Market Opportunities: Learn to analyze blockchain trends, evaluate market gaps, and pinpoint viable, scalable business opportunities with real commercial demand.

3. Design Viable Blockchain Business Models: Develop the ability to craft sustainable value propositions, revenue models, and token-driven ecosystems tailored to emerging Web3 markets.

4. Apply Essential Blockchain Tools Strategically: Build confidence using key Web3 tools—wallets, dApps, analytics, and tokenomics frameworks—to support informed business decision-making.

5. Develop and Pitch Blockchain Venture Ideas: Transform insights into actionable startup concepts and deliver compelling pitches supported by market analysis, validation, and strategic planning. 

Description of prerequisites

First degree in any discipline 

Completion methods

Method 1

Description:
Lectures, demonstrations, exercises, group work
Evaluation criteria:
Pass/fail
Time of teaching:
Period 1
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Participation in teaching (2 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Evaluation criteria:
<p>Pass/fail&nbsp;</p>
Language:
English
Study methods:

Lectures, demonstrations, exercises, group work 

Teaching