The Global Shariโah Majlis 2026 will take place on 29 September 2026 in Jeddah under the theme โIslamic Finance 2030: Scaling Impact in a Changing World.โ The event will bring together Shariโah scholars, regulators, academics, policymakers and industry practitioners to discuss Shariโah governance, capacity building, AI and digital banking, and Shariโah 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 5โ8, 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, womenโs 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 Shariโah Boards Conference, organized by AAOIFI with the support of the Central Bank of Bahrain, will bring together Shariโah scholars, regulators, and Islamic finance experts to discuss contemporary fiqh and technical matters and advance Shariโah governance in Islamic financial services. The conference will be held in Bahrain with both in-person and remote participation options.
Refresher of AAOIFI Shariah Standards (CPSS Crash Course) is a three-day intermediate-to-advanced workshop scheduled for 13โ15 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 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 13โ14 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.
Structuring Sukuk under AAOIFI Shariโah, Financial Accounting and Governance Standards is a three-day intermediate-to-advanced workshop covering Shariโah, financial accounting and governance requirements for Sukuk throughout their lifecycle. The workshop is scheduled for 13โ15 October 2026 and will be delivered in English in a hybrid format. It covers AAOIFI Shariโah Standards on Sukuk, relevant financial accounting standards and AAOIFI GS 12 on Sukuk Governance. The participation fee is USD 850.
The Structuring Sukuk under AAOIFI Shariโah, Financial Accounting and Governance Standards workshop is a two-day intermediate-to-advanced programme covering Shariโah, financial accounting and governance requirements for Sukuk throughout their lifecycle. The workshop will be delivered in Arabic in a hybrid format on 13โ14 October 2026 at the AAOIFI office. The programme addresses AAOIFI Shariโah Standards on Sukuk, financial accounting standards and AAOIFI GS 12 on Sukuk Governance. The fee is USD 850.
The Shariโah Standard No. 59 Sale of Debt, Shariโah Standard No. 61 Payment Cards workshop is a one-day intermediate-to-advanced programme covering the Shariโah 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.
NACIF 2026, the North American Conference on Islamic Finance, will bring together Islamic finance scholars and practitioners for an international forum focused on knowledge sharing, discussion, and collaboration around developments and practices in the Islamic finance industry. The fourth annual conference will take place at Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, from October 16โ18, 2026. The official program includes academic presentations, industry presentations, keynote sessions, training programs, and a student poster showcase.
The Halal Investing Blueprint Workshop is a two-day, hands-on workshop designed for parents and teenagers to learn about stock investing through an Islamic perspective. The programme covers the foundations of halal wealth building, understanding businesses before buying stocks, building a halal portfolio and creating a 30-day investing plan. Participants will also work through practical labs covering halal stock screening, investment readiness, family watchlists and investment planning.
The 21st Kuala Lumpur Islamic Finance Forum 2026 is a two-day international forum bringing together Islamic finance leaders, policymakers, Shariah scholars, regulators and industry professionals to explore impact, innovation and sustainable growth in Islamic finance.
A three-day in-person programme focused on the sustainable commercialisation of Waqf assets, covering Waqf governance, regulatory frameworks, Islamic finance solutions, case studies, property and social enterprise models, and digital technologies for Waqf management and stakeholder engagement.
The Diploma in Islamic Digital Banking is a professional programme focused on the intersection of Islamic finance and digital banking. The programme covers the digital banking ecosystem, Shariah foundations in the digital age, digital product design, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, APIs, cybersecurity and payment infrastructure. It also addresses digital risk, regulation, compliance, strategy and leadership. The programme is intended for banking, fintech, Shariah, technology, risk, regulatory and related professionals.