Islamic Finance Courses and Certifications

INCEIF University

Qard Basics: Benevolent Loans in Islamic Finance

Master the fundamentals of qard to understand its significance, ethics, and how it can be used for financial inclusivity.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Advanced Sukuk Structures: Issuances from Around the World

Gain expertise in Sukuk transactions and Islamic financial strategies with this five-week course from INCEIF University.

• FutureLearn
• 5 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Islamic Finance - A Brief Introduction

1229 ratings at Udemy

The course covers key principles underlying Islamic finance, prohibitions and modes of financing.​​​

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Islamic Research and Training Institute

Islamic Finance and Capital Markets: Structure and Trading of Sukuk

Learn about advanced Islamic financial instruments, including Sukuk, which commonly refers to the Islamic equivalent of bonds, and the challenges and innovations within Islamic markets.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Islamic Money Markets and Sukuk

Learn about the structure and tradability of Sukuk and the development and role of Islamic money markets.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Islamic Development Bank Institute

Islamic Finance for the Sustainable Development Goals

16 ratings at edX

Explore Islamic finance principles and their alignment with Sustainable Development Goals. Learn about innovative financial instruments, impact investing, and multilateral engagement for sustainable development.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

SOAS University of London

Risk Management in the Global Economy

83 ratings at FutureLearn

What is risk? This free course examines the financial markets and the role that risk management tools play in the global economy.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Components of Shariah and the Objectives of Wealth

Understand the principles of shariah law in relation to wealth, and explore their applications in modern finance and economics.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Introduction to Short-Term Islamic Liquidity Management Instruments (STILMI)

Gain an understanding of Islamic finance as you learn to manage your cash flow needs and improve your organisation’s practices.

• FutureLearn
• 5 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Sukuk Simplified: Mastering the Fundamentals

Learn how to analyse and engage in Sukuk-related transactions to prepare for the evolving industry of Islamic finance.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Sukuk in Practice: Structures and Contracts

Learn how to structure, value, and market Sukuk to build skills for your career in Islamic finance and investment management.

• FutureLearn
• 5 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Introduction to Shariah Governance

1 rating at FutureLearn

Develop the skills to align business practices with Islamic principles as you master the fundamentals of Shariah governance.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Islamic Finance: Using Cash Waqf as a Socio-Financial Tool

1 rating at FutureLearn

Delve into the principles, applications, and societal impacts of cash waqf – a vital tool in Islamic finance.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Zakat Fundamentals: Exploring Objectives and Wealth Classification

1 rating at FutureLearn

Unpack the definition and significance of Zakat, while gaining the practical knowledge you need to calculate your contribution.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

INCEIF University

Fundamentals of Shariah

2 ratings at FutureLearn

Gain an overview of the sources and teachings of Islam to better understand and practise Islamic law.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)