Seminar on Deposit Insurance
2026-09-08 08:00 - 2026-09-10 17:00 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) | Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Course Description: This seminar provides comprehensive guidance on the design, implementation, and enhancement of Shariah‑compliant deposit insurance systems, with reference to global practices and the ongoing revision of the IFSB Core Principles for Islamic Deposit Insurance. Participants will explore critical design elements such as Shariah‑compliant coverage structures, fund segregation in dual banking systems, enforcement of Shariah compliance among member institutions, and the use of Shariah‑aligned resolution tools. The seminar also guides participants in understanding the policy, regulatory, and operational requirements necessary to ensure that Islamic deposit insurance systems remain effective, transparent, and aligned with Shariah principles. Combining theoretical foundations with practical insights from jurisdictions with established Islamic deposit insurance regimes, the seminar equips participants with the knowledge to assess design gaps, and enhance governance practices.

Qualification: This seminar is intended for deposit insurer institutions, regulatory authorities and central banks, Shariah scholars and advisory boards, Representatives from Islamic deposit-taking financial institutions, Academics and researchers specializing in Islamic finance.

Managing Climate Related Financial Risks in Islamic Finance
2026-10-06 15:00 - 17:00
Course Description: This course introduces the IFSB Guidance Note (GN-11) on Climate-Related Financial Risks (CRFR) and examines how climate change can impact the financial soundness of Islamic banking institutions. It explores both physical and transition risks, their implications for Sharīʿah-compliant contracts and portfolios, and the integration of climate risk into governance, risk management, and disclosure practices. Participants will learn how Islamic banks can align their frameworks with IFSB and global sustainability standards, including TCFD and ISSB recommendations. Case studies and workshops provide practical tools for identifying, assessing, and mitigating climate risks while supporting Sharīʿah objectives, ESG and SDG.

Qualification: Participants should have a basic understanding of Islamic finance and sustainability.

This is a complimentary online course. You may register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RnDDqkkwSSi_lhuRI_GtmQ

Simulation Course on Liquidity Risk Management
2026-11-11 08:00 - 2026-11-12 17:00
Course Description: This course provides an immersive, hands‑on learning experience designed to strengthen participants’ understanding and practical skills in managing liquidity risk within financial institutions. Through simulation‑based exercises, participants will engage in real‑time decision‑making scenarios that mirror the dynamics of liquidity stress, funding pressures, and market disruptions. Participants will navigate crisis scenarios, assess trade‑offs between funding options, manage liquidity shocks, and coordinate responses across key functions. Participants will be equipped to identify vulnerabilities, evaluate liquidity positions, and implement robust strategies to maintain resilience in both normal and stress conditions. The course is ideal for practitioners seeking applied, scenario‑based training in liquidity risk management.

Qualification: Participants should have a basic understanding of Islamic finance and experience in regulation, supervision, and practitioners.
