Ramapo College launches professional certificate in blockchain

Ramapo College announced on Monday it has launched a professional certificate in blockchain.

The program is designed to provide training in managing what is considered one of the most disruptive technological advancements in generations, the public liberal arts college in Mahwah said in a news release. Blockchain, the record keeping technology behind the Bitcoin network, is a distributed, decentralized public ledger for transactions.

“The Ramapo College Anisfield School of Business faculty judiciously develop curriculum to stay in step with innovation” Professor John Thomas, director, business professional certificate programs, Ramapo, said. “Earning a certificate in Blockchain is an essential tool for today’s managers charged with leading efficient operations, streamlining supply chains and cutting time spent in record-keeping.”

Classes will be scheduled on Mondays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and provide current and future blockchain managers a deep dive into the cost benefits of using the technology, what is involved in using it and how to implement it in their workplaces.

Information sessions will be from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the following Mondays: March 2, March 30, April 6, April 13, April 20 and April 27 in the Anisfield School of Business, Room ASB-104, or virtually.