MiCA is coming …
The European ‘Markets in crypto-assets regulation’ (MiCA) is currently in its final phase of negotiation. MiCA is widely regarded as a milestone in regulating crypto markets, not only within the EU but globally: it is the first comprehensive regime for crypto-assets enacted in any major financial market and has the potential to inspire regulation in other parts of the world, very much as GDPR did.
MiCA will soon become a core component of the EU financial regulation and practitioners and supervisors alike will need to be familiar with the requirements for crypto-asset products and related services. Skilful navigation of its scope, intersection with other laws such ad MiFID and the EMD, and obligations for incumbent financial institutions and new entrants will be key.
… understand the MiCA framework and secure compliance by design
The core components of MiCA relating to both issuance of crypto-assets and crypto-asset services show some significant parallels with other parts of the regulatory rule book. However, they differ in many respects. For you, it is vital to grasp the relevant concepts and to be able to translate them into usable knowledge whether in-house, as an external advisor, or in a supervisory role. Learn too about eligibility for and application of the flagship DLT Pilot Regime for securities markets infrastructure.
This executive short course is conceived and taught by leading academics and policy makers in this field. Get their first hand insights, combined with coveted knowledge shared by industry insiders and specialists from regulatory and supervisory authorities.
The number of available seats for this in-person training is limited. Early registrations are encouraged.
Training dates: 2023
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Course details
Training dates: 7-8 October 2022
Now open for enrolment. The number of available seats for this in-person training is limited to 30, therefore early enrolment is recommended.
Course fees
Full/reduced: 1400,00/800,00* € (net of VAT)
Payment in three instalments possible
* The reduced fee of 800,00 € is available for employees of the public administration and of NGOs, and for full-time faculty and at public universities (evidence required).
Facts about this training
Training type: Executive short course
Begins: Friday, 7 October 2022, 14:00
Ends: Saturday, 8 October 2022, 16:30
Format: in-person @ Institute for Law and Finance, Frankfurt
Online participation: via video link
Language: English
Target jurisdictions: EU, EEA, CH
Certificate issued by: Institute for Law and Finance, University of Frankfurt
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What will I learn?
‘Mastering MiCA and the Crypto-market’ comprehensively covers current developments in the crypto market and breaks down the key components of MiCA and other European regulations that apply to the various products, services and ecosystems. It also explores the EU Commission’s flagship DLT Pilot Regime.
Our course instructors have designed a practice-oriented programme to help participants…
- Gain analytical skills regarding the regulatory classification of crypto-related products or services
- Navigate with confidence the fast evolving global ecosystem of crypto-asset service providers
- Learn to identify the opportunities created by the use of novel technologies (in particular blockchain/DLT) as a carrier for financial assets
- Understand the key risks in relation to crypto-market products and services (e.g., consumer, systemic, AML, governance)
- Acquire a sound understanding of the core components of MiCA and how they apply to financial institutions and other crypto-asset services providers
- Make use of a holistic view of the relevant regulatory framework, including MiCA, MiFID, EMD, and CRD
- Reflect on ongoing evolutions in the crypto asset market, including DeFi applications and newer types of crypto products, such as NFTs
- Gain confidence in understanding eligibility for the DLT Pilot Regime and identify the opportunities it offers
- Familiarise with ongoing policy developments at the international and other key jurisdiction levels
Should I participate?
You will benefit from this programme if you are an experienced practitioner, supervisor or policy maker and would like to further boost your confidence in respect of all issues regarding the crypto market and its regulation in the EU, EEA or Switzerland, in particular if you are
- A professional who wants to make an impact on the success of their organisation
- Currently working in, or moving to, a role involving entrepreneurial, strategic, regulatory, supervisor, legal or policy questions regarding financial services, in particular relating to crypto-assets
- A recent graduate of an advanced university programme (Masters, PhD) with a relevant specialisation (speak to one of our advisors)
- Curious to engage with a stimulating and inspiring training and happy to invest 1.5 days to advance your career
Frequently asked questions
You will receive an email confirmation with a link to a PDF voucher which includes all relevant information and your registration number. Upon receipt of this document, your seat is secured and you will not need any further confirmation. Please bring the voucher (print out or electronically) for registration on the first day.
The training takes place on the at the seat of the Institute for Law and Finance in the House of Finance of the University of Frankfurt, Germany, i.e. on the very green and inspiring ‘Campus Westend’.
Our time is precious and the training starts punctually at 14:00 on the fist day. Registration starts one hour before, at 13:00. Please make sure to arrive well before 14:00 in order to allow sufficient time for registration and finding your way around.
Yes. Remote participation is possible.
Yes, you will receive hard-copy conference documentation upon arrival at the conference venue.
Case studies include both relevant crypto assets (VCs, SCs, ICOs) and crypto asset service providers (wallets, exchanges).
Download the programme brochure for a detailed content breakdown per lesson.
Yes, we provide light refreshment, water, tea and coffee throughout the two days, and a light lunch on Saturday. We do not provide dinner on Friday.
No, we don’t. We believe that relevant online platforms are much more efficient at that job. As Frankfurt is a relatively big city you may wish to book accommodation close to the University’s Campus Westend, where the training takes place.
Yes, the invoice will be provided by our accounting service provider Namotto academies and friends GmbH & Co KG, Berlin.
Participants need a valid EU-recognised vaccination certificate. Regarding further requirements, such as mask wearing, we strictly follow government guidance and university policy. You will be updated by email on any such requirements before the conference.

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