The Global Shari’ah Majlis 2026 will take place on 29 September 2026 in Jeddah under the theme “Islamic Finance 2030: Scaling Impact in a Changing World.” The event will bring together Shari’ah scholars, regulators, academics, policymakers and industry practitioners to discuss Shari’ah governance, capacity building, AI and digital banking, and Shari’ah integrity and resilience during periods of crisis.
A two-day regional conference bringing together Shariah scholars and Islamic finance professionals from Southeast Asia to discuss contemporary Shariah issues, regional Islamic finance developments, industry applications and innovative solutions for strengthening the Islamic finance ecosystem.
The Diploma in Islamic Banking is a comprehensive training programme designed to provide practical knowledge of Islamic Financial Institutions and their operations. The programme covers Islamic banking principles, deposit management, financing structures, trade finance, treasury, risk management, Sukuk, Islamic mutual funds, Shariah audit, governance, product development and Anti-Money Laundering requirements. It is intended for banking professionals, commerce graduates and others seeking practical expertise in Islamic finance.
Financial Inclusion Week 2026 is the 12th annual global forum convened by the Center for Financial Inclusion (CFI). Taking place virtually from October 5–8, the event brings together practitioners, policymakers, researchers and innovators to explore how innovation can support more inclusive financial systems. The programme features live and on-demand content addressing areas including technology-led innovation, climate, women’s financial inclusion, financial well-being, financial education, savings and insurance, with regional sessions across Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
The 3rd Global Islamic FinTech Forum 2026 will bring together global leaders, fintech innovators, regulators, investors, and Islamic finance professionals to discuss the future of ethical financial technology. Hosted by Al Huda CIBE in Dubai, the forum will explore Islamic FinTech, AI, blockchain, digital banking, and financial inclusion while providing valuable networking and partnership opportunities.
The 24th Annual Shari’ah Boards Conference, organized by AAOIFI with the support of the Central Bank of Bahrain, will bring together Shari’ah scholars, regulators, and Islamic finance experts to discuss contemporary fiqh and technical matters and advance Shari’ah governance in Islamic financial services. The conference will be held in Bahrain with both in-person and remote participation options.
The CIBAFI-AAOIFI Technical Workshop on Product Development in Islamic Financial Institutions is a two-day intermediate-to-advanced workshop focused on product development, innovation and financial engineering in Islamic finance. The workshop will take place on 13–14 October 2026, with sessions from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and will be delivered in Arabic in a hybrid format at the AAOIFI office. The participation fee is USD 400.
Refresher of AAOIFI Shariah Standards (CPSS Crash Course) is a three-day intermediate-to-advanced workshop scheduled for 13–15 October 2026. The workshop will be delivered in Arabic in a hybrid format at the AAOIFI office, with sessions running from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The programme focuses on selected AAOIFI Shariah Standards covering finance, investment, participation, capital markets and banking services. The participation fee is USD 1,050.
The Shari’ah Standard No. 59 Sale of Debt, Shari’ah Standard No. 61 Payment Cards workshop is a one-day intermediate-to-advanced programme covering the Shari’ah requirements applicable to the sale of debt and payment cards. The workshop is scheduled for 13 October 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and will be delivered in Arabic in a hybrid format at the AAOIFI office. The participation fee is USD 500.
The Structuring Sukuk under AAOIFI Shari’ah, Financial Accounting and Governance Standards workshop is a two-day intermediate-to-advanced programme covering Shari’ah, financial accounting and governance requirements for Sukuk throughout their lifecycle. The workshop will be delivered in Arabic in a hybrid format on 13–14 October 2026 at the AAOIFI office. The programme addresses AAOIFI Shari’ah Standards on Sukuk, financial accounting standards and AAOIFI GS 12 on Sukuk Governance. The fee is USD 850.