Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ) DIFC, Dubai

Course details

IFQ is an internationally recognized qualification that is awarded jointly by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) - recognized by Ofqual, the UK government education regulator. The IFQ provides candidates with an understanding of the influence of Shariah in a business context and prepares candidates to hold key positions in the Islamic finance and Takaful industries. The qualification is appropriate for existing and new employees and those seeking a career in Islamic finance. Since its launch, the exam has been taken in over 40 countries.

Key Highlights

• Key Islamic Finance Principles
• How Islamic and Conventional Finance Differ
• Structuring Rules for Islamic Financial Products
• Sukuk & Islamic Securitization
• Islamic Asset & Fund Management
• Takaful
• Financial Statements for Islamic Banks
• Corporate Governance for Islamic Finance

About the IFQ

• The IFQ provides a basic knowledge of the general principles of Shariah (Fiqh al Muamalat) and its application to Islamic banking
• and finance.
• The IFQ covers the different types of Islamic finance contracts and products available.
• The IFQ examines key practices used in the Islamic financial markets and the principles behind investment selections.
• The IFQ syllabus, workbook, other teaching materials and exams have been developed with the support and collaboration of a panel of internationally recognized experts in Islamic finance.
• The IFQ was initiated and is supported by the Central Bank of Lebanon (Banque du Liban).

Comprehensive IFQ Workbook and E-LearningA comprehensive workbook, produced specifically for the IFQ, has been approved for use in preparation for your examination. The workbook includes full coverage of the syllabus as well as revision questions. A copy of the workbook shall be sent to all examination candidates by soft copy and post before you join the preparation course. For an additional fee, candidates may also elect to receive e-Learning materials for self-study.

Preparation Course Format and Self Study
The preparation course shall be delivered through lectures, examples, exercises and discussions. In addition to the IFQ workbook, candidates attending the course shall also receive supplementary course materials developed by Tadawul Academy. It is estimated that in addition to attending the course, between 80 and 100 hours of self study shall be required in order to pass the assessment. Updated on 07 January, 2019