Course Overview
Navigate Islamic finance and governance principles.
Course Overview
With the rapid expansion of Islamic finance across global markets, understanding its legal, financial, and governance principles is crucial for professionals operating in Shariah-compliant environments. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to Islamic commercial law (Fiqh al-Muamalat), the structure of Islamic financial instruments, and the role of governance in Islamic institutions. Participants will gain strategic and practical insights into how Islamic principles influence financing, compliance, risk management, and ethical business conduct.
What you’ll learn
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
– Differentiate between Islamic and conventional financial instruments.
– Analyse key contracts such as Mudarabah, Murabaha, Ijarah, and Sukuk.
– Explore Shariah-compliant corporate governance frameworks and their operationalisation.
– Manage legal, compliance, and ethical issues within Islamic finance institutions.
Certification Details
Upon successful completion of this programme, participants will receive an Oxford Knowledge Certificate of Completion.
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Awarded by: Oxford Knowledge
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Format: Printed certificate with unique ID and optional digital verification
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Delivery: Issued at course completion or sent within 7 working days
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Recognition: Certificates validate participation in advanced, expert-led training aligned with global industry standards.
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Accreditation: Oxford Knowledge certifications represent advanced learning led by global experts. We are actively pursuing formal accreditations with top-tier institutions to further enhance your credentials.
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This certificate demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence and is a valuable addition to your leadership and development portfolio.
Requirements
- Designed for legal professionals, compliance officers, Islamic finance practitioners, regulators, corporate executives, and Shariah board members.
- Beneficial for professionals operating in Islamic banking, investment, insurance (Takaful), and capital markets.
- No prior legal qualification is required, though a basic understanding of finance or law is beneficial.
- English proficiency required (course delivered in English, with key Arabic terms introduced contextually).
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