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An Introduction to Waqf 

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Overview

Gain essential finance skills on this beginner’s guide to Waqf as you discover its importance in Islamic Social Finance.

Duration

3 weeks

Total fee

2,205

Mode of learning

Online

Difficulty level

Beginner

Credential

Certificate

An Introduction to Waqf
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Highlights

  • Earn a certificate from INCEIF University
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An Introduction to Waqf
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  • Historically, Waqf has been instrumental in providing education, healthcare, and public utilities. It has also been identified as a key driver for the future growth of Islamic finance.
  • On this three-week course, you'll gain a solid understanding of Waqf and its potential to contribute to Islamic finance.
  • By the end, you'll know how Waqf is similar to an endowment, its significance in Islamic society, and what the future of Waqf may look like.
  • You'll delve into the concept, conditions, and classifications of Waqf to help you understand what classifies as a Waqf asset.
  • Next, you'll learn the ten stipulations for the creation of Waqf to understand its key restrictions.
  • Delving into the history of Waqf, you'll explore its creation during the time of the Prophet as well as the historical development of the Institution of Waqf.
  • With this strong foundation of knowledge, you'll then explore the differences between Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariyah to gain a deeper understanding of Waqf.
  • Using your knowledge of the history of Waqf, you'll discover why it has been declining within the past century before exploring the recent call for its revival.
  • Guided by Dr. Magda Ismail Abdel Mohsin from INCEIF, a world-renowned Islamic finance higher institute, you'll finish the course with a firm understanding of Waqf and its importance in the future of Islamic Finance.
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An Introduction to Waqf
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Curriculum

Concept, Conditions and Classifications

Welcome to the Course!

Concept of Waqf and Conditions of creating Waqf

Classification of Waqf Assets

Summary and Reflection for Week 1

Restrictions, Stipulations and Difference

Key Restrictions of Waqf

Ten Stipulations for the creation of Waqf

Difference between Sadaqah and Sadaqah Jariah

Summary and Reflection for Week 2

Past-Present-Future of Waqf

Creation of Waqf during the time of the Prophet

Historical Development of the Institution of Waqf

When and Why Waqf Role has been declined within the past century?

Final Summary and Reflection

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