Certified Islamic Banker
A practical programme on how Islamic banks work, from deposits and financing to Shariah governance and risk.
About the Programme
The Certified Islamic Banker programme gives you a solid, working understanding of Islamic banking. You will learn the Shariah principles behind each product, see how products are structured and run, and understand how banks stay compliant.
Each module combines short video lessons, plain-language study notes, a real case and a quiz, with a live session where you can put your questions to a scholar.
- Length
- 8 modules, about 10 weeks
- Format
- Self-paced video lessons and notes, with weekly live Q&A sessions on Zoom
- Assessment
- Module quizzes and a final online exam
- Certificate
- Certified Islamic Banker certificate with verification number
- First group starts
- April 2027
Who It Is For
- Bank staff moving into Islamic banking
- Graduates starting a career in Islamic finance
- Professionals in compliance, audit, legal and fintech who work with Islamic banks
What You Will Be Able to Do
- Explain the principles of Islamic finance and the main prohibitions
- Describe how Islamic banks raise deposits and provide financing
- Explain the main financing products and when each is used
- Understand Shariah governance, standards and compliance
- Discuss current issues, from fintech to sustainability
Programme Modules
Foundations of Islamic economics and finance
Riba, gharar and maysir, and the basics of Islamic contract law
How an Islamic bank works: deposits through Mudarabah, Wakalah and Qard
Financing products: Murabaha, Ijarah and Diminishing Musharakah
Trade and working capital: Salam, Istisna and the Tawarruq debate
Shariah governance and compliance: AAOIFI and IFSB standards
Risk management and accounting in Islamic banks
Case studies and the future: fintech, sustainability and Islamic social finance
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