Course in Managing Corporate & Islamic Finance and Corporate Governance

Objectives and Target Group

• Develop a solid understanding of Corporate Finance and Islamic Finance Principles, highlighting key differences and synergies.
• Enhance knowledge of Corporate Governance Framework and its impact on organisational performance, compliance, and ethical conduct.
• Equip professionals with practical skills to apply Risk Management in Islamic Finance, financial structuring, and regulatory best practices.
• Provide an in-depth exploration of Shariah-Compliant Finance, focusing on Islamic Financial Instruments, Sukuk and Islamic Bonds, and investment strategies.
• Strengthen capabilities in Business Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Stakeholder Management to foster responsible corporate leadership.

Target Audience

• Finance professionals, corporate executives, and banking professionals seeking expertise in Managing Corporate & Islamic Finance and Corporate Governance.
• Compliance officers, regulators, and auditors responsible for enforcing Governance and Compliance within financial institutions.
• Investors, financial analysts, and business strategists interested in Investment Strategies, Capital Structure, and ethical financing solutions.
• Legal advisors and policymakers working on Financial Regulation, Transparency and Accountability, and ethical investment frameworks.
• Business owners and decision-makers looking to implement Islamic Banking principles and Shariah-Compliant Finance strategies.

Course Content

• Foundations of Corporate & Islamic Finance
  • Principles of Corporate Finance and its role in financial decision-making.
  • Key aspects of Islamic Finance Principles, including interest-free financing and ethical investment.
  • Comparative analysis of conventional and Shariah-Compliant Finance models.
• Corporate Governance Framework and Ethical Finance
  • Core components of the Corporate Governance Framework and their application in financial institutions.
  • Role of Business Ethics in ensuring responsible decision-making and financial transparency.
  • Integrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into governance and financial strategies.
• Islamic Financial Instruments and Banking
  • Understanding Islamic Banking operations, including Murabaha, Ijarah, and Mudarabah.
  • Examining Sukuk and Islamic Bonds as alternatives to conventional debt instruments.
  • Application of Islamic Financial Instruments in various industry sectors.
• Risk Management in Corporate & Islamic Finance
  • Identifying and mitigating financial risks through Risk Management in Islamic Finance frameworks.
  • Implementing risk-based approaches in Financial Management and investment planning.
  • Evaluating systemic risks in Islamic and conventional financial markets.
• Investment Strategies and Capital Structuring
  • Effective Investment Strategies for corporate and Islamic financial institutions.
  • Developing an optimal Capital Structure for financial sustainability and growth.
  • Application of Financial Management techniques in capital allocation and asset optimisation.
• Governance, Compliance, and Regulatory Considerations
  • Understanding Governance and Compliance standards in corporate and Islamic finance.
  • Analysing key Financial Regulation policies affecting corporate operations.
  • Strengthening Transparency and Accountability in financial institutions.
• Stakeholder Management and Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Effective Stakeholder Management to balance corporate and investor interests.
  • Strategic decision-making in Mergers and Acquisitions within the financial sector.
  • Ethical considerations in corporate restructuring and consolidation.
• Emerging Trends in Financial Markets
  • Innovations in Financial Management and the digital transformation of financial services.
  • Impact of fintech and blockchain on Islamic Banking and corporate governance.
  • Future trends in ethical investment and sustainability-driven finance.