Islamic Finance Training: Principles, Products & Practices

Master Islamic finance principles, products, and practices in this 5-day course. Learn Sharia-compliant banking, risk management, and ethical investing. Ideal for finance professionals.

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course provides an in-depth understanding of Islamic finance and banking principles, products, and practices. Participants will explore Sharia-compliant financial solutions, risk management techniques, and ethical investing strategies. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to equip finance professionals with the skills needed to navigate the Islamic financial landscape.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the fundamental principles of Islamic finance and their application in modern banking
  • Analyze various Islamic financial products and their structures
  • Develop skills in Sharia-compliant risk management and governance
  • Explore ethical investing strategies and their implementation in Islamic finance
  • Gain practical insights into Islamic capital markets and sukuk issuance

Course Modules

Day 1: Foundations of Islamic Finance

  • Introduction to Islamic economic principles
  • Sharia law and its application in finance
  • Prohibited practices: Riba, Gharar, and Maysir
  • Comparison of conventional and Islamic financial systems

Day 2: Islamic Banking Products and Services

  • Murabaha, Musharakah, and Mudarabah contracts
  • Ijara and Istisna'a financing structures
  • Islamic deposit products and current accounts
  • Trade finance in Islamic banking

Day 3: Risk Management in Islamic Finance

  • Sharia-compliant risk management techniques
  • Liquidity management in Islamic financial institutions
  • Capital adequacy and Basel III implications
  • Operational risk and Sharia non-compliance risk

Day 4: Islamic Capital Markets and Investment

  • Sukuk structures and issuance process
  • Islamic equity markets and screening methodologies
  • Islamic mutual funds and ETFs
  • Takaful (Islamic insurance) principles and products

Day 5: Governance and Future Trends in Islamic Finance

  • Sharia governance frameworks and best practices
  • Regulatory challenges and standardization efforts
  • Fintech applications in Islamic finance
  • Sustainable and responsible investing in Islamic finance
  • Case studies and practical applications

Practical Wins for Participants

  • Ability to structure Sharia-compliant financial products
  • Enhanced skills in Islamic risk management and governance
  • Practical knowledge of Islamic capital market operations
  • Insights into emerging trends and innovations in Islamic finance

Credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Blackbird Training Centre

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