Every day, the world of Islamic finance is evolving.

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2 Knowledge-exchange among academics, policymakers and practitioners is essential to developing the Islamic finance sector. Knowledge helps deepen financial intermediation, expand financial inclusion and contribute to financial stability, ultimately improving living standards. World Bank Managing Director, Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin at World Bank-INCEIF MoU signing ceremony, April 2012 Every day, the world of Islamic finance is evolving. The unprecedented growth in Islamic finance has put increasing pressure on industry professionals to continuously upgrade their skills and knowledge. This need is impacting on the business landscape of today and the impetus to drive the industry into the future. With the continuing growth of Islamic finance in Southeast Asia and GCC, and the increasing interest in Europe, North America and North Africa, there is an even more pressing need to develop the right competencies on a global scale. INCEIF, The Global University of Islamic Finance, is fully committed to bridging this need through its Executive Programmes (EPs). These customised EPs seek to keep participants abreast with real challenges and opportunities in the industry by harnessing the experiences of a distinguished pool of global experts, academics and practitioners.

3 Table of Contents MasterClass Certificate in Islamic Finance (CIF) Other Executive Programmes Subject Matter Experts Pages Page 29 Page 30 Page 31. Overview. Overview. BoD Training. List of SMEs. Subject Areas. Modules.Study Duration. Training of Trainers (ToT). Customized Programmes

4 Overview The INCEIF s Executive MasterClass in Islamic Finance (IF) are short programs organized to cover various areas in Islamic Finance. It is geared for mid-senior level management, industry practitioners, working professionals and others with specific interests in Islamic Finance and in Finance generally. These programs attempts to address both theoretical and practical aspects in the major areas of Islamic Finance. The programs are designed to be issue-driven, thematic and current in its approach. For working individuals in Islamic Finance certain programs are designed to fast-track them in the appreciation of the realities of Islamic Finance. The subject areas covered by the MasterClass covers Shariah, Islamic Economics, Islamic Banking, Islamic Capital Market, Islamic Wealth Management, Risk Management, Legal Documentation in Islamic Finance etc. Subject Areas Islamic Finance : The Big Picture Shariah and its importance in Islamic Finance Islamic Banking Risk Management and Governance for Islamic Banks Legal Documentation for Islamic Banking and Finance Islamic Capital Market Takaful Islamic Wealth Management Islamic Economics Islamic Accounting 02

5 Target Participants Mid-Senior level management of Islamic Financial Institutions Fund managers, asset managers, trust managers, financial planners, consultants Mid-Senior management of corporate, government and non-governmental organizations Auditors, lawyers and other professionals of the seeking awareness and understanding of IF Academics, researchers and students in areas of IF Methodology of the MasterClass Face-to-face lectures Presentation and discussion on relavant research Group Discussion Exercises Case Studies 03

6 Islamic Finance : The Big Picture FOUNDATIONS OF ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough strategic overview of the Islamic Finance industry looking into its foundations and its current Basics of Islamic Finance Underlying philosophy Components of Islamic Finance Islamic Finance and its potential INFRASTRUCTURE OF ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the infrastructure of Islamic Finance in terms of inter-connectivity and linkages Shariah Framework Regulatory Framework Governance Framework Tax & Accounting Framework 2 Days THE GLOBAL APPEAL OF ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the global appeal of Islamic Finance and its prospect Islamic Finance as mainstream finance Key development & challenges The case study of Malaysia Initiatives in Islamic Finance 04

7 Shariah and its importance in Islamic Finance INTRODUCTION OF SHARIAH IN BUSINESS AND FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Shariah in the context of Business and Finance An overview of the Shariah Composition of the Shariah The Shariah and contemporary Islamic Finance SHARIAH FRAMEWORK IN ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Shariah framework governing Islamic Finance in terms of its foundation and the important sources An overview of the Shariah Shariah within the Islamic Financial system The sources of Shariah Prohibited elements in Islamic Financial System MAQASID AL SHARIAH The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Maqasid al Shariah as objectives of Shariah and its influence on Islamic Finance An overview of the Shariah Maqasid al Shariah definitions and classifications Maqasid al Shariah and Islamic Finance Maqasid al Shariah approaches specific and general approaches 05

8 Shariah and its importance in Islamic Finance ISLAMIC LEGAL MAXIMS (QAWAID FIQIYYAH) The main objective is to provide a thorough overview Islamic Legal Maxims as legal statement of principles that influences formulation of Islamic rulings in Islamic Finance An overview of the Shariah Islamic Legal Maxims as a concept The leading Islamic legal maxims Application of the legal maxims in Islamic Finance SHARIAH COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT IN ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Shariah compliance, the requirements to be Shariah compliant as the primary driver within Islamic Finance Holistic view of Shariah Compliance Shariah compliance in contracts, products and services Maintaining and ensuring on-going Shariah compliance Role and responsibilities of Shariah Advisors ISLAMIC LAW OF CONTRACTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Law of Contracts and appreciation of the prospects and challenges in application in modern financial transactions Overview on the theory of Islamic commercial contract The roles of contracts in Islam Contract Types & Elements Conditions & Processes in contracts 06

9 Shariah and its importance in Islamic Finance SHARIAH APPLICATIONS IN ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the various applications of the Shariah in Islamic Finance Overview of Islamic financial transactions Classification of Islamic financial transactions Understanding the principles underlying transactions e.g. Sales Based, Profit-Sharing etc. SHARIAH COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORK IN ISLAMIC FINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Shariah compliance framework governing Islamic Finance Overview of Shariah Compliance requirement Framework for Shariah Compliance Roles of Shariah advisors. Shariah Supervisory Board etc. 07

10 Islamic Banking THE BUSINESS OF ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the business of Islamic Banking and promote understanding of its appeal, the challenges and opportunities associated with Islamic Banking Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Infrastructure Of Islamic Banking Appreciating Islamic Banking products Contemporary issues facing Islamic Banks ISLAMIC BANKING DEPOSITS PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Deposits and Deposit products, the challenges and opportunities associated with Islamic Banking Overview of Shariah Compliance requirement Framework for Shariah Compliance Roles of Shariah advisors. Shariah Supervisory Board etc. ISLAMIC HOME FINANCING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Home Financing Products, critically assess the development, potential, the issues associated with Home Financing Products - Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Home Financing contracts Issues related to home financing contracts e.g. documentation, foreclosure and equitable treatment of customers 08

11 Islamic Banking ISLAMIC TRADE FINANCING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Trade Financing, assess the development, potential and the issues influencing growth of trade finance Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Trade Finance contracts Products for Trade Finance Issues related to trade finance products e.g. limited innovation, fraud ISLAMIC BUSINESS FINANCING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Business Financing, assess the development, potential and challenges faced by Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Business Finance contracts Products for Business Finance Issues limiting growth e.g credit and collateralisation ISLAMIC PERSONAL FINANCING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Personal Financing, assess the development, potential and challenges faced by Islamic Banks - Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Personal Finance contracts Products for Personal Finance Issues related to debt management 09

12 Islamic Banking ISLAMIC LEASING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Leasing Products, assess the development, potential and challenges faced by Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Leasing contracts Products under Islamic Leasing Issues limiting growth e.g. going beyond car/equipment financing ISLAMIC PROFIT SHARING PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Profit Sharing Products, assess the development, potential and challenges faced by Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Profit Sharing contracts The reality of Islamic Profit Sharing initiatives TREASURY FUNCTIONS OF ISLAMIC BANKS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Treasury functions in Islamic Banks in managing risks and conserving capital Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Treasury Functions and its importance Managing risk through Treasury products The roles of ALM & ALCO governance 10

13 Islamic Banking ISLAMIC BANKING SOLUTIONS AND SYSTEMS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Banking Solutions and Systems to support the Islamic Banking business Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Islamic Banking and CRM solutions Operational risk management Developments and systems, e.g. FTP, IT system compliance and robustness PRICING OF ISLAMIC FINANCIAL PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Pricing of Islamic Financial products in influencing the Islamic Banking business - Risk and return in Islamic financial instruments Components of the profit rate Flat rate vs. declining balance method Effective profit rate vs. nominal profit rate MARKETING OF ISLAMIC FINANCIAL PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Marketing of Islamic Financial products in driving the Islamic Banking business - Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Marketing from an Islamic Perspective Building Brand Islam amongst customers Issues with marketing e.g. ethics in marketing/sales 11

14 Risk Management and Governance for Islamic Banks INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC BANKING AND RISK GOVERNANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Risk and how Risk influences Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Risk Taking Behaviour in Islamic Banking Risk faced by Islamic Banks Bank risk-appetite policy RISK MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK FOR ISLAMIC BANKS The main objective is to provide thorough overview of the Risk Management framework as a control function in Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Risk Management Framework The role of governance, processes and monitoring CORPORATE GOVERNANCE FOR ISLAMIC BANKS The main objective is to provide thorough overview of Corporate Governance discipline as a critical function in Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Corporate Governance framework The role of governance, the Board and other management committees 12

15 Risk Management and Governance for Islamic Banks SHARIAH GOVERNANCE FOR ISLAMIC BANKS The main objective is to provide thorough overview of Shariah Governance discipline as a critical function in Islamic Banks Nature Of The Islamic Banking Business Shariah governance framework and developments Linking Shariah governance and Corporate governance REGULATION AND SUPERVISION OF ISLAMIC FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS The main objective is to provide thorough overview of regulation and supervision of Islamic Financial Institutions The Global Financial infrastructure The Islamic financial system Globalisation and impact on regulation and supervision REGULATORY STANDARDS FOR ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide thorough overview of regulatory standards, standards bodies for Islamic Banking The Global Financial infrastructure Regulatory and Standard setting bodies in Islamic Finance Linkages between Basel, IFSB, AAOIFI and other in standards setting Developments and issues 13

16 Risk Management and Governance for Islamic Banks MANAGING BUSINESS RISK IN ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the concept of Business Risk influencing Islamic Banking business Bona fide sale and lease financing On-balance sheet ownership of asset intended for trading and leasing Risk-weights, capital charges, tax on asset purchases Impact on pricing Profit-sharing investment account (PSIA) with risk-absorbent factor CREDIT RISK MANAGEMENT IN ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the concept of Credit Risk influencing Islamic Banking business Sale-based credit financing Identification of credit risk Measurement of credit risk Credit risk management LIQUIDITY RISK MANAGEMENT IN ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the concept of Liquidity Risk influencing Islamic Banking business Asset liquidity risk Funding liquidity risk Shariah-compliant instruments in managing liquidity risk Basel III requirement for liquidity risk management 14

17 Risk Management and Governance for Islamic Banks MARKET RISK MANAGEMENT IN ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the concept of Market Risk influencing Islamic Banking business Fixed and variable assets and liabilities Income and duration gap Asset-liability management Trading of Islamic securities SHARIAH NON-COMPLIANCE RISK (SNCR) MANAGEMENT IN ISLAMIC BANKING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the concept of Shariah Non-Compliance Risk (SNCR) influencing Islamic Banking business - Identification of SNCR Measurement of SNCR Mitigation of SNCR Impact of SNCR on Islamic Banks 15

18 Legal Documentation for Islamic and Finance LEGAL DOCUMENTATION FOR ISLAMIC BANKING PRODUCTS The main objective is to facilitate deep understanding of the legal principles governing Islamic Banking documentation - Islamic Banking and Finance Documentation Law Applicable to Islamic Financing Documentation, Assets, Securities Principles of & Requirements for Islamic contracts e.g. BBA, Hibah Documentation for Certain Types of Islamic Facilities Rescheduling and Restructuring of Islamic Financing Facilities 2 Days LEGAL DOCUMENTATION FOR SUKUK The main objective is to facilitate deep understanding of the legal principles governing Islamic Banking documentation covering Sukuk - Legal/Contract Documentation for Sukuk Ijarah documents Sukuk Documents Facility/Programme Agreement & Shariah Transaction Documentation 2 Days 16

19 Islamic Capital Market UNDERSTANDING SUKUK AND THE ISLAMIC CAPITAL MARKET The main objective is to provide deep understanding and appreciation of the various components of the Islamic Capital Market, with focus on Sukuk Introduction to Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Understanding (ICM) Philosophy, Contracts and Instrument Designs Underlying fundamentals for Sukuk Emerging Sukuk Structures Pricing and Valuing Sukuk Case Studies on Sukuk 2 Days ISLAMIC INTERBANK MONEY MARKET (IIMM) The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Islamic Interbank Money Market as an important component of the Islamic Capital Market Introduction to Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Islamic Interbank Monetary Market (IIMM) Key players, structure and components of IIMM IIMM instruments ISLAMIC EQUITIES MARKET The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Islamic Equities Market as an important component of the Islamic Capital Market Introduction to the Islamic Equities Market Islamic Common Stocks Islamic Mutual Funds Islamic Real Estate Investment Trust (I-REITS) 2 Days 17

20 Islamic Capital Market ISLAMIC STOCK SCREENING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Stock Screening as an important discipline to ensuring Shariah compliant investing Introduction to Islamic Equities Market Components of the Islamic Equities Market Stock Screening Methodologies The roles and growth of Shariah compliance stock indices ISLAMIC DERIVATIVES The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Derivatives as an important risk management tool in the Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Introduction to Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Shariah compliant derivatives Tools and instruments of Islamic Derivatives Potential and challenges ISLAMIC UNIT TRUSTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Unit Trusts as an important investment/wealth management tool in the Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Fundamentals of Unit Trust Investment in UT the clients perspective Shariah compliant Unit Trust Distribution of IUTs 18

21 Islamic Capital Market ISLAMIC REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Real Estate Investment Trusts (I-Reits) as an important investment/wealth management tool in the Islamic Capital Market (ICM) Fundamentals of Real Estate Investment Trust Shariah compliant Real Estate Investment Trust (I-Reits) Structures of I-Reits vs. Conventional Reits ISLAMIC ASSET MANAGEMENT The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Asset Management as an important investment/wealth management tool in the Islamic Capital Market (ICM) - Fundamentals of Islamic Asset Management Potential of Islamic Asset Management globally Traditional and Non-Traditional Asset Class Asset management via Private Banking initiatives 19

22 Islamic Insurance (Takaful) TAKAFUL: CONCEPT AND MODELS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Takaful concepts and models as an important component of Islamic Finance The concept of Takaful Current local and international development Takaful operators and takaful models Potential and challenges for Takaful TAKAFUL: REGULATORY AND SHARIAH FRAMEWORK The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Regulatory and Shariah Framework governing the Takaful industry Introduction to Takaful and recent developments Takaful Operator Framework (TOF) IFSA 2013, IFSB Standards/Guidelines for Takaful TAKAFUL PRODUCTS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Takaful products and services - Introduction to Takaful and recent developments General Takaful Life Takaful Market potential and challenges 20

23 Islamic Insurance (Takaful) TAKAFUL: PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Takaful Product Distribution and Marketing Introduction to Takaful and recent developments Distribution and marketing Distribution channels/client delivery Potential and challenges e.g. branding, ethical marketing TAKAFUL: UNDERWRITING AND ROLE OF ACTUARIES The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Takaful underwriting by actuaries in ensuring resilient Takaful business operations Introduction to Takaful and recent developments Underwriting risk in Takaful Role and responsibilities of actuaries ReTAKAFUL The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Re-Takaful and the prospects of Re-Takaful Introduction to Re-Takaful and recent developments Building synergies between Re-Takaful and Takaful Emerging challenges in Re-Takaful e.g. prudential regulations 21

24 Islamic Insurance (Takaful) MANAGEMENT OF TAKAFUL FUNDS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Takaful funds/- investment management and the potential and challenges - Introduction to Takaful and recent developments Investment potential of Takaful funds Investment tools for Takaful funds Issues in management of Takaful funds e.g. investment mismatches 22

25 Islamic Wealth Management INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC WEALTH MANAGEMENT The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Wealth Management and the potential and challenges Introduction to Islamic Wealth Management The concept of wealth in Islam The Wealth Management cycle Potential and challenges for Islamic Wealth Management RETIREMENT PLANNING IN ISLAM The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of retirement planning in Islam as a component of Islamic Wealth Management Introduction to Islamic Wealth Management Overview of retirement planning in Islam and the needs for planning The tools for planning e.g faraid, will, Waqf etc. Institutions involved in retirement planning and prospects ZAKAT AND TAX PLANNING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Zakat and Tax Planning in Islam as a component of Islamic Wealth Management - Introduction to Islamic Wealth Management Overview of Zakat and Tax Planning Zakat and its economic importance Institutions involved in administering Zakat 23

26 Islamic Wealth Management INTRODUCTION TO WAQF The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Waqf in Islam as a component of Islamic Wealth Management Introduction to Islamic Wealth Management The Waqf experience in Islamic History Waqf, types, models etc. and its economic importance Institutions involved in administering Waqf WAQF: THE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Waqf in Islam as a component of Islamic Wealth Management Introduction to Islamic Wealth Management The Waqf experience in Islamic History The modern and global experience with Waqf Future potential for Waqf initiative 24

27 Islamic Economics INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC ECONOMICS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic economics. The worldview and purpose of Islamic Economics with distinction between an Islamic economic system and theory Worldview of Islamic Economics Islamic economic system Islamic economic theory Islamic economics in practice ETHICS AND ISLAMIC ECONOMICS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the linkages between Ethics and Islamic Economics as the underlying basis of the Islamic Financial system The nature of Islamic Economics Ethical behaviour and philosophies Determinants and process of ethical choice according to Imam Al-Ghazali Ethical Dilemma ISLAMIC ECONOMICS SYSTEM The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Economics system from a system approach Objectives and characteristics of Islamic economic system Motivation Ownership Decision making Implementation 25

28 Islamic Economics ISLAMIC MONETARY SYSTEM The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Monetary system as an important component of the Islamic Financial system Objective of the Islamic monetary system Role of money in the economy Money creation, inflation and financial crises Fractional and full reserve banking system Al-Maqrizi Islamic monetary reform ISLAMIC FISCAL POLICY The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Fiscal policy as an important component of the Islamic Financial system - Role of the State Islamic Taxation and Income distribution National budget, fiscal policy and Prophet Yusuf a.s. Fiscal policies in the Islamic Caliphates CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR IN ISLAMIC ECONOMICS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Consumer Behaviour of Islamic Economics Objectives of the consumer Spending and Hierarchy of Needs Ethical and unethical spending behaviour Consumer rights and responsibilities Criticism of Mainstream postulates 26

29 Islamic Economics BEHAVIOUR OF THE FIRM IN ISLAMIC ECONOMICS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of the Behaviour of the Firm in Islamic Economics Objectives of the Firm Type of business organization in Islam The production function Ethics and Profit maximization Financing of the Firm INCOME DISTRIBUTION IN ISLAMIC ECONOMICS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview on the subject of Income Distribution in Islamic Economics Poverty in Muslim Countries Income distribution system in Islam Types and Measures of income distribution Tools of Income Redistribution Zakat in Islamic History ISLAMIC MICROFINANCE The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Microfinance as the basis of the Islamic Financial system Worldview of Islamic Economics Conventional Microfinance Islamic Microfinance, development and current prospects 27

30 Islamic Accounting and Auditing INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC ACCOUNTING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Accounting as an important tool and discipline for managing Islamic Financial institutions Foundations of Islamic Accounting Needs for Islamic Accounting Current state and institutional framework Potential and challenges ISLAMIC ACCOUNTING STANDARDS The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Islamic Accounting Standards as accounting rules for use in financial reporting in Islamic Financial institutions Foundations of Islamic Accounting Accounting standards and development Current state adherence to standards Issues, potential and challenges SHARIAH AUDITING The main objective is to provide a thorough overview of Shariah Auditing as an important tool for control, review and monitoring of the day to day running of Islamic Financial institutions Foundations of Islamic Accounting Auditing standards and development Internal audit and review External audit as warranted by auditing standards Issues, potential and challenges 28

31 2 Certificate in Islamic Finance (CIF) OVERVIEW OF CIF PROGRAMME The INCEIF s Certificate in Islamic Finance is a modular program delivered over a period of eleven (11) months covering various areas in Islamic Finance. It is geared for entry level-mid-level executives Islamic financial institutions, current industry practitioners, working professionals in both the Islamic and conventional finance industry. These programs address major areas of Islamic Finance. The modules were designed with an emphasis on the Shariah, legal and regulatory aspects covering Islamic Finance. It is designed for working individuals to fast-track them in these areas. The subject areas covered by the MasterClass covers Shariah, Islamic Banking, Islamic Capital Market, Islamic Wealth Management, Takaful, and Legal Framework for Islamic Finance in Malaysia etc. The certificate program is accredited by the Financial Accreditation Agency (FAA) The modules for the CIF subject are as per below: Module 1 : The Islamic Legal System Module 2 : Usul Fiqh Module 3 : Islamic Legal Maxims Module 4 : Islamic Law of Transaction (Part 1) Module 5 : Islamic Law of Transaction (Part 2) Module 6 : The Malaysian Legal Framework for Islamic Finance Module 7 : Islamic Capital Market Module 8 : Takaful Module 9 : Islamic Wealth Planning and Management Module 10 : Islamic Banking Module 11 : Risk Management for Islamic Banks Each module is delivered over one month with 3 weeks of lectures (4 hours per week) with a 1.5 hours assessment at the end of the module. Lectures are usually held after office hours thus catering to working professionals 29

32 3 Other Executive Programmes BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BoD) PROGRAMMES BOD programmes are short topical & thematic briefing organized for the Board of Directors or Senior Management of Islamic Financial Institutions, Corporate Bodies e.g. GLC and other corporations. It covers various areas in Islamic Finance and designed to be interactive sessions involving senior management personnel of the respective organizations TRAINING OF TRAINERS (ToT) PROGRAMMES TOT programmes are customized EP which entails the provision of quality Islamic Finance education and thus training facilitators enabling them to deliver the educational content and impart knowledge of the various areas in Islamic finance education. TOT are usually customized to the needs of the client either Islamic Financial Institutions or educational institutions embarking on providing Islamic finance education CUSTOMIZED (IN-HOUSE) EXECUTIVE PROGRAMMES The in-house EPs are customized to the needs of the clients. It covers various areas in Islamic Finance whilst taking a consultative approach whereby INCEIF have an in-depth discussion with the prospective client on theme, content and other details of the customized EP 30

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34 For more information, contact Prof. Dr. Saiful Azhar Rosly Director, Centre of Consultancy & Executive Programmes Tel : saiful@inceif.org or Mr. Ariffhidayat Ali Manager, Centre of Consultancy & Executive Programmes Tel : ariffhidayat@inceif.org or visit