Diploma in Islamic Banking

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Diploma in Islamic Banking (IBD)

Overview

Program Overview

Islamic Baking Diploma, first of its kind in the region, was started in 2003 to disseminate knowledge and information about Islamic banking and finance and develop industry-focused graduates who have comprehensive theoretical and technical knowledge of Islamic banking, with a broad understanding of relevant theories from cognate disciplines in preparation for a career in globalized banking, and who are able to pursue further studies.

Program Objectives:

Within the context of achieving the Institute’s mission statement the Islamic Banking Diploma program aims to:

Develop students with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the theories and principles underpinning Islamic banking, and their application to practice within the broader context of globalized banking.
Develop students with broad knowledge and understanding of the theories and principles of cognate disciplines relevant to developing a holistic understanding of Islamic banking.
Produce graduates who have the necessary technical knowledge underpinning Islamic banking products and services who can execute service delivery of financial products and services.
Support the development of a range of subject-specific and general practical and transferable skills.
Develop students’ ability to collate, analyze, interpret and communicate financial information.
Develop students’ interpersonal, research, computing and communication skills.

Program Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this program the graduate will be able to:

Use a comprehensive range of theoretical, technical, and practical knowledge of Islamic financing concepts to execute service delivery of Islamic banking and financial market operations.

Assimilate a range of cognate knowledge, theories and practices to inform financial decision making from a broad business and economic perspective.
Demonstrate problem solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills in Islamic banking products and operations within a broader theoretical and practical framework.
Operate effectively in a multidisciplinary banking and financial services environment and develop a strong base of knowledge and skills that will serve as a foundation for a career in Islamic banking and finance sector, and further studies.
Assess customer’s financial needs, analyze situations and apply Islamic finance concepts to develop, and deliver, financial products and services.

Program Structure:

The Islamic Banking Diploma program structure is a combination of general education courses, core business courses and core Islamic banking courses.

The program comprises 60 credit hours – 57 credit hours of teaching and 3 credit hours of practical training.

The program has two registration periods prior to the fall and spring semesters.

About the Program

The Islamic Banking Diploma Program (IBD), first of its kind in the region, was started in 2003 to disseminate knowledge and information about Islamic banking and finance and produce qualified personnel with expertise and skills in Islamic banking products and operations who can meet the requirements of this fast growing industry. The program is designed in line with the international standards of similar courses offered by prestigious institutions in other parts of the world and is constantly being reviewed and updated to meet the industry dynamics. The program is a combination of general education courses, core business courses and core Islamic banking courses and accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.

Career Benefit

The program provides a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of Islamic finance principles and operations and aims to equip the graduates with ability to run Islamic banking operations, develop innovative products and provide solutions for the challenges faced by financial institutions. It provides a good foundation from which students can seek employment or build on their existing careers in Islamic banking and financial sector.

Program Mission

Program Objectives

To provide students with the fundamental knowledge of Islamic banking
To introduce students to instruments and techniques used in the Islamic banking
To train students in Islamic law and finance
To train students in Islamic financial market operations
To provide students with the fundamental requirements of business education
To equip students with the basic requirements of professional certifications

Program Structure and Duration

The IBD educational program structure is a combination of general education courses, core business courses and core Islamic banking courses. The program is based on credit hours and semester system. The program comprises 60 credit hours and runs five days a week, Sunday to Thursday – morning and/or evening sessions for duration of two years. This is divided into six semesters; four full semesters of 16 weeks each and two summer semesters of 8 weeks each. The summer course two involves “Field Training” at an Islamic bank for non – banker students, or a “Field Project” for banker students having at least three year work experience in the banking sector.

Final Award and Title

Student who successfully complete the program are awarded ‘The Islamic Banking Diploma’ from EIBFS.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by ‘Commission for Academic Accreditation; Ministry of Education UAE. The program is also accredited by the Finance Accreditation Agency (FAA) of Malaysia- supported by Bank Negara Malaysia (Central Bank of Malaysia) and Securities Commission Malaysia;

Admission Requirements

EIBFS opens admission for students twice a year – August (Fall Semester) and January (Spring Semester). Applications are welcome from bankers, in-service candidates, and fresh higher secondary graduates meeting the criteria listed below

Admission is granted according to the general policy of the Institute and directives of the Board of Directors.
EIBFS welcomes applications from all residents in the UAE though admission preference is given to UAE Nationals.
The applicant should hold a High School Certificate with a minimum score of 60%.
The applicant must have a valid English language TOEFL score of 173 (CBT) or 61 (iBT) or academic IELTS 5.0 overall or another standardized, internationally recognized test which is approved by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).
EIBFS offers IELTS coaching classes to students who have not met the above requirements and will be allowed to take partial classes in the first year of the Diploma.
The applicant must pass a personal interview at the Institute. All applicants should submit a completed application form by June for fall semester and by November for spring semester.

English Language Requirement

The applicant must show evidence of competency in the English language as measured in terms of TOEFL or IELTS score. Current admission requirements are: IELTS (Academic or General) 5.0, or, TOEFL (IBT) 61, or, TOEFL (CBT) 173. EIBFS accepts TOEFL and IELTS test results with a validity of 24 months from the date of test taking.

Required Documents

Students seeking admission are required to submit the following documents:

An attested copy of the UAE High School Certificate or its equivalent
Original school/college/university transcripts
An original copy of IELTS or TOEFL score
A photocopy of a valid passport / UAE ID card
Five (5) recent (passport size) photographs
Registration Fee AED 500 (non-refundable)

Award

Upon successful completion of the program students shall be awarded ‘Islamic Banking Diploma’, accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE.

Diploma in Islamic Banking