Fundamentals of Islamic Finance

The global market for Sharia compliant financial products and services is continuing to grow at a rapid rate. One of the key issues most western financial institutions face is gaining an understanding of the nuances and differences between conventional and Islamic financial products. Designed to expel the confusion and complexity surrounding Islamic finance, the course will provide you with a firm understand of the structures, risks and opportunities in the global Islamic Finance marketplace.

During this highly practical two-day course you will learn:

- The distinguishing features and core principles central to Islamic investment and finance
- The key role of Islamic law and how Sharia boards make their decisions
- How to understand the distinctive asset classes and their role within modern financial markets
- The practicalities of Salam and its derivative Istisna’a
- The development and intricacies of Islamic Retail and wholesale banking
- The impacts on wealth management and private banking