About the Programme

This programme provides a fundamental understanding of the origin, sources, purpose and philosophy of Shariah which is the foundation of the Islamic financial system. This module highlights the basic pillars essential to the application of Islamic laws in financial practice, which will be a basis for the Islamic financial institutions to comply with the stated laws and principles.

Learning Outcome

At the end of the programme, learners should be able to discuss Shariah concepts, rules and principles that focus on Islamic finance.

Learning Topics

• Topic 1: Introduction to Shariah and Fiqh
• Topic 2: Rule-Making Process in Islamic Law (Ijtihad)
• Topic 3: Rule-Making Process in Modern Islamic Banking and Finance
• Topic 4: Overview of Fiqh al-Muamalat al-Maliyyah
• Topic 5: Islamic Economics and Fundamentals of Islamic Banking and Finance