I N C E I F University

A new chapter begins for the Student Representative Council (SRC) at INCEIF University ✨

Today’s SRC Handover Ceremony marked a meaningful transition of leadership and a celebration of student commitment, service, and collaboration. Congratulations to Mr. Muhammad Rizky Siddiq on his appointment as the new SRC President for the 2026/2027 term.

The University also extends its sincere appreciation to outgoing SRC President, Muhammad Helmey Abdul Haris, and the entire SRC council for their dedication, leadership, and contributions towards strengthening the student community throughout their term.

Wishing the incoming SRC team continued success as they continue fostering a vibrant, engaged, and connected student experience at

Strengthening our global ties with Uzbekistan 🌍

We were happy to welcome representatives from the Deposit Guarantee Agency of Uzbekistan, led by Mr. Ulugbek Khamdamov, to INCEIF University.

With strong support from their President, Uzbekistan is working hard to grow its Islamic banking industry. Our Deputy President Academic, Prof. Dr. Mansor Ibrahim, led the meeting to discuss how INCEIF and ISRA Consulting can help through training, consultancy, and expert advice.

This visit builds on our close bond with Uzbekistan as they accelerate the integration of Islamic finance within the country and the region. We are proud to support our partners in this important mission! 🤝✨

Uplifting the asnaf community remains at the heart of our mission ✨

We recently sat down with our long-standing partner, Lembaga Zakat Negeri Kedah (LZNK), to find new ways to uplift the community through capacity building. Led by LZNK’s Deputy CEO, Dr. Mohd Faisal Mustafa, and our Deputy President Operations (DPO), Mr. Shazmeer Mokhtar, we are strengthening our bond to turn shared expertise into real opportunities for those who need it most. 🤝

Were privately owned real estate for investment purposes and business fixed assets truly central to the late Ottoman economy?

This study finds that such assets were largely negligible for Muslim subjects, helping to explain the limited classical zakat discourse on these forms of wealth.

As modern wealth structures now place far greater weight on real estate and fixed assets, the findings invite renewed scholarly reflection on contemporary zakat frameworks.

Read about it in the International Journal of Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development, Vol. 18 No. 1 at:

https://doi.org/10.55188/ijifsd.v18i1.1005

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗙 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Join our 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 and discover INCEIF University’s study pathways from Certificates to PhD.

This session will help you explore our programmes, scholarship opportunities and career pathways, while hearing directly from INCEIF University’s speakers and alumni.

𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀
Mr. Shazmeer Mokhtar
Deputy President Operations, INCEIF University

𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗙 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲
Prof. Dr. Mansor H. Ibrahim
Dean, School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Covering MIFP, eMIF, MSc, MBA and PhD programmes

𝗣𝗵𝗗 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲
Prof. Dr. Younes Soualhi
Senior Research Fellow & Head of PhD in Applied Muamalat Programme

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴
Ms. Siti Fariza Mohd Dahlan
Director, Registrar’s Office, Student Experience & Alumni Relations

𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻
Dr. Irum Saba
INCEIF alumna, Chartered Islamic Finance Professional and PhD graduate

Date: Thursday, 7 May 2026
Time: 8.30 PM – 10.30 PM Malaysia Time
Platform: Zoom

Secure your spot and join us tonight.

🔗 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲:
https://bit.ly/INCEIFVirtualOpenDay

𝙄𝙨 𝘼𝙄 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 - 𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙮𝙥𝙚 𝙘𝙮𝙘𝙡𝙚?

INCEIF University is teaming up with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) for our latest Quarterly Islamic Banking Webinar. Join our panel of industry and academic experts as we dive into how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of banking, digital platforms, customer experience, risk management, and decision-making within the Islamic finance industry.

📌 Topic:
𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝘆𝗽𝗲: 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴?

🎙️ Speakers:
- Mr. Ibrahim Iqbal (Senior Vice President, Head of Digital Platforms, DIB)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kinan Salim (Associate Professor, INCEIF University)

Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026, at 10:00 AM (Dubai) / 2:00 PM (Kuala Lumpur).

This session will discuss:
✔️ The real impact of AI on banking operations
✔️ Opportunities and limitations of AI adoption
✔️ Ethical and Shariah-related considerations
✔️ What financial institutions should realistically expect from AI

🎟️ Register now: https://bit.ly/4t8fgeJ

How can academic research in Islamic finance better connect with industry realities?
This editorial highlights the renewed focus on bridging theory and practice through the introduction of the Industry Perspectives section in IJIFSD. This initiative provides a platform for industry voices to share practical insights on market developments, regulatory challenges, and innovation in Islamic finance.

Featuring a contribution from researchers at the Islamic Development Bank Institute, the section reflects a broader commitment to ensuring research remains relevant, actionable, and aligned with real-world needs.

As the Islamic finance industry continues to evolve, the editorial invites renewed reflection on how stronger collaboration between academia and industry can support more impactful, practice-oriented outcomes.

Read about it in the International Journal of Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development, Vol. 18 No. 1 at:

https://doi.org/10.55188/ijifsd.v18i1.1452

“The question is no longer how much is distributed, but how much lives are transformed sustainably.” 🌍

This powerful insight from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor, Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, set the tone for today’s High-Level Roundtable Discussion at Sasana Kijang.

Co-organized by INCEIF University and the World Bank Group, this event highlights our shared commitment to driving systemic change. Partnering with a global leader like the World Bank is a testament to INCEIF’s expertise, further strengthening our position as the Number 1 Business School of the Islamic Economy 2026 (by Salaam Gateway in partnership with DinarStandard).

By moving away from "siloed" methods, we are working toward a holistic system that elevates individuals from vulnerability to long-term resilience. Special thanks to our President & CEO, Prof. Emeritus Dato' Dr. Mohd Azmi Omar, and our distinguished partners for leading this vital conversation.

We’re not just talking about change; we’re building the research and solutions to make it happen. Stay tuned as we continue to bridge the gap between theory and real-world impact! 🚀

Article Page : https://inceif.edu.my/inceif-university-and-world-bank-group-join-forces-to-transform-islamic-social-finance/

Not every effort is loud, but it all counts.

To everyone showing up daily, we see you!

Happy Labour Day. Go easy on yourself today 🤗

Turning Islamic social finance into real, scalable impact.

Our recent Action-Based Learning (ABL) collaboration with M&T Islamic Co. brought together two student consulting groups to explore how Zakat can be strengthened as a system—not just a distribution mechanism in the Philippines.

The outcome goes beyond academic insights. It offers practical directions for industry and society:

🔹 Shifting from short-term aid to “progressive Zakat” that supports long-term socioeconomic upliftment
🔹 Strengthening governance and institutional alignment for a more structured ecosystem
🔹 Leveraging digital solutions to improve efficiency, transparency, and accessibility
🔹 Integrating Shariah-compliant microfinance to empower beneficiaries toward self-sufficiency
🔹 Enhancing reporting and disclosures to build trust and credibility

These are not just ideas, they are actionable pathways being explored with key stakeholders to drive meaningful change.

This is the essence of ABL: developing solutions that don’t just stay in reports, but contribute to real-world impact.