MUZAKARAH 2026 will be held on 21–22 July 2026 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. The international conference will convene scholars, regulators, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss Shariah compliance, governance, and emerging developments in the Islamic financial system while promoting knowledge exchange and collaboration across the global Islamic finance industry.
The Centre for Islamic Business & Finance (CIBF), Institute of Business Management (IoBM), in collaboration with Mutabar (HK) Ltd., is offering the Certified Islamic Banking Practitioner (CIBP) Program. Delivered in a hybrid format, this executive certification provides practical training in Islamic banking, treasury, capital markets, Shariah governance, and banking transformation. The program runs from 18 July to 5 September 2026 and offers scholarships and group discounts for eligible participants.
The Islamic Finance Capacity and Advisory Bureau (IFCAB) is accepting grant applications for the fifth batch of its eight-week live online Islamic Finance Qualification training programme. Running from 19 July to 6 September 2026, the programme provides structured IFQ syllabus preparation, industry insights, guest sessions, and access to recordings. Full and partial grants are available, with applications closing on 15 July 2026.
This free live webinar on 22 July 2026 will explore Islamic capital markets and the principles and methodologies used in Shari'ah screening. Featuring Dr. Shariq Nisar, the session will cover practical industry applications, key challenges, emerging trends, and a live Q&A. The English-language webinar will be hosted online via Zoom at 2:00 PM UAE Time (GMT+4).
This webinar on 22 July 2026 will examine the revised KMI Shariah Screening Criteria, including Shariah governance amendments, KMI Index changes, screening methodology, compliance requirements, and implementation timelines. The session will also explore the impact of the revised framework on listed companies and the capital market, with participation from organisations including PSX, SECP, Al Meezan Investment Management Limited, and Meezan Bank Limited.