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The goal of IIBI’s activities is to help individuals understand and apply fundamental Shari’ah principles in commercial transactions, ensuring justice in dealings, promoting the public good (maslahah), and contributing to the well-being of society and the environment.
“We aim to help students think deeply about the Hikmah (wisdom) behind the moral principles underpinning Islamic finance.”
IIBI’s programmes and activities revolve around three key pillars: Education, Training, and Development.
IIBI offers qualifications in Islamic finance (banking and insurance) for students, professionals, and those wishing to specialise in specific areas.
“Education at IIBI combines theoretical knowledge with practice-based understanding to prepare individuals for real-world application of Shari’ah principles.”
Programmes are designed to give students the skills, insight, and confidence to contribute meaningfully to the Islamic financial sector.
IIBI provides practical workshops focused on:
IIBI has hosted Executive Development Programmes for senior and middle-management executives, Shari’ah advisors, and professionals from around the world.
“These programmes emphasise embedding core moral values in all dealings, benefiting society while ensuring profitability for stakeholders.”
Since 1985, IIBI has delivered monthly lectures in London, led by academics, lawyers, and accountants active in Islamic finance.
Annual extended lecture series honour great Muslim scholars, including Ibn Rushd and Ibn Khaldun, while international conferences foster global dialogue and collaboration.
“Knowledge grows when we bring together experts from different cultures and financial traditions.”
IIBI connects individuals and organisations interested or engaged in Islamic finance, creating a platform for networking, learning, and collaboration.
“Membership offers a community committed to advancing ethical finance globally.”
IIBI actively promotes a moral code for Islamic finance practitioners, encouraging voluntary commitment to ethical principles.
“Just as doctors swear the Hippocratic Oath, finance professionals can declare a commitment to justice, fairness, and social responsibility in their practice.”
IIBI conducts research and produces knowledge through reference books in English, informal research papers, and other resources.
“Research and publication are essential for advancing both knowledge and ethical practice in Islamic finance.”
(Note: NewHorizon magazine, previously published by IIBI, is no longer in circulation.)
IIBI provides guidance and consultancy for individuals and organisations navigating Islamic finance principles and industry practices.
“We aim to make knowledge accessible, practical, and meaningful for everyone interested in Shari’ah-compliant finance.”
IIBI serves as a centre for AAOIFI’s Certified Islamic Professional Accountant (CIPA) examinations in Europe, including the UK.
(AAOIFI: Auditing and Accounting Organisation for Islamic Financial Institutions, Bahrain)
IIBI endorses conferences, workshops, and initiatives by other organisations to advance the Islamic finance industry.
“Collaboration strengthens the industry, enhances standards, and spreads ethical practices worldwide.”