Overview

The MSc in Islamic Economics, Finance and Management programme provides students with a critical understanding of economics, finance, and accounting from both Islamic and conventional theory. The programme employs a multi-disciplinary approach to examine conventional financial and economic theory, classical Islamic commercial law, Islamic financial instruments, and evaluation of financial data as part of the global financial system to equip students for employment, further studies or research. The course will develop research capabilities and critical insights into the theory and practice of the Islamic financial sector. It contextualises Islamic principles within a contemporary financial setting.

The course is offered on both a full-time (12 months, over three semesters) and part-time (24 months, over six semesters) basis.

The taught modules are delivered through a mode of blended learning, which combines traditional class-based methods and guided independent study with online learning. Lectures, tutorials, seminars, occasional workshops, peer group learning (such as delivering presentations to the class), study visits and independent study are incorporated into the programme. The dissertation allows students to choose their own area of interest as a focus for research.

Course structure

Postgraduate Certificate: Awarded on the basis of 60 credits which must include 45 credits from core modules.

Postgraduate Diploma: Awarded on the basis of 120 credits.

MA Degree: 180 credits (including the dissertation)

Career paths

Graduates of the Masters Programme may proceed onto PhD Research. They can also seek employment opportunities in organisations in the private, public, and non-profit sectors in a broad range of positions and roles. The MSc in Islamic Economics, Finance and Management is beneficial for those who are seeking to work and advance their professional careers in the Islamic Economics, banking and finance industry. This programme provides a strong intellectual basis for Islamic economics, commercial law and Islamic financial instruments. Those completing the course will be able to seek employment opportunities in the finance and banking sectors including Islamic insurance (Takaful), financial regulation, Islamic capital markets, actuarial fields, and the investment arena, as well as for becoming researchers in the field.