Online programme: New Means of Payment - an Introduction
A short free course about cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies. Provides an overview of some of the most important aspects of these new means of payment.
"Ideal for sixth-formers"
Short online course
This quick self-study course is designed to introduce the key concepts of new means of payment, as well as providing discussion points of the pros and cons of these innovations.
3 reasons for taking this course
IN YOUR OWN TIME
This programme is available all year round and can be done in your own time.
CLEAR & SIMPLE
A complex subject is broken down into short, easy-to-understand segments.
NO COST
This is a free course, just register to get your sign-on link.
Who it's suitable for
New Means of Payment - an Introduction is aimed at students studying for A-Levels, Advanced Highers or similar. It provides a valuable foundation for those interested in learning more about digital currencies and related topics.
Why choose this programme?
The Institute of International Monetary Research is one of the leading proponents of the quantity theory of money. It keeps a close eye on developments that affect the quantity of money in circulation and the effect on the wider economy, including inflation. Our research adds a much-needed alternative perspective to macroeconomic thought.
Expert contributors
John Petley Senior Researcher at the Institute of International Monetary Research
Professor Juan Castaneda Director of the Vinson Centre at the University of Buckingham
Professor Kevin Dowd from the Durham University Business School
How you'll learn
This simple programme is all done online and should take about an hour. You can start at any time that suits you. The programme comprises a series of short videos and texts with associated questions that test your comprehension. Entrants scoring over 75% will receive a certificate of completion.