Understanding the Sharing Economy

This certificate program delves into the sharing economy, a socio-economic framework that emphasizes resource sharing among individuals. Unlike traditional business models, which rely on employees to produce goods for consumers, the sharing economy facilitates peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions through community-driven online platforms. Participants will explore various examples, including peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunding, and ridesharing, while understanding the significance of leveraging underutilized assets. By the end of the course, learners will grasp how the sharing economy transforms access to goods and services, creating new opportunities for income generation and resource optimization.