The aim of this course, taught jointly with the International Centre for Education in Islamic Finance (INCEIF) in Kuala Lumpur, is to prepare you for a career in the international investment banking industry in positions in which you might need to demonstrate knowledge of Islamic approaches to finance. The course provides you with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate your understanding of both the theory and practical applications of modern finance both in conventional (‘Western’) and Islamic jurisdictions. It does not require any previous knowledge of Islamic law or specific Islamic concepts, but will address and explain the respective current issues within their overall Islamic economic and legal context. Through studying this course you will have the chance to pursue a rewarding career with investment banks in a diverse range of fields, including corporate and project finance, specialist structured products and derivatives, trade finance, sales and trading. In addition, you will be well qualified to join specialist Islamic financial institutions, regulatory agencies, investment managers, consultancies and the finance divisions of multinational corporations.

IBIF graduates will benefit from a thorough understanding of Western banking practices allied to the principles of Islamic Finance. There is a growing demand from financial institutions worldwide for specialist professionals trained in the techniques of Islamic Finance. We expect our graduates will pursue rewarding careers with investment banks in a diverse range of fields, including corporate and project finance, specialist structured products and derivatives, trade finance, sales and trading. In addition, they will be well-qualified to join specialist Islamic financial institutions, regulatory agencies, investment managers, consultancies and the finance divisions of multinational corporations.