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Zakat Fundamentals: Exploring Objectives and Wealth Classification 

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Overview

Unpack the definition and significance of Zakat, while gaining the practical knowledge you need to calculate your contribution.

Duration

3 weeks

Total fee

2,205

Mode of learning

Online

Difficulty level

Beginner

Credential

Certificate

Zakat Fundamentals: Exploring Objectives and Wealth Classification
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Highlights

  • Earn a certificate from INCEIF University
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Zakat Fundamentals: Exploring Objectives and Wealth Classification
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More about this course
  • Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It requires all Muslims to donate a portion of their wealth to charity.
  • On this three-week course from INCEIF University, you'll build the knowledge and understanding you need to practise Zakat. Beginning with an overview of Zakat's application through history, then moving through practical information for your own calculations, this course provides the foundation you need to fulfil your religious obligations and contribute to the good of society.
  • You'll start the course with an overview of the definition, administration, and objectives of Zakat.
  • You'll explore the many benefits of Zakat for givers, recipients, and Muslim society as a whole.
  • In Week 2 of the course, you'll get stuck into the nitty gritty of calculating Zakat. You'll learn how to identify and categorise assets that are subject to Zakat, including money, gold, silver, agricultural produce, and livestock.
  • You'll also take a closer look at the two main kinds of Zakatable wealth: Zakat al-Fitr and Zakat al-Mal.
  • Guided by Islamic finance experts over the three weeks of the course, you'll arrive at an in depth understanding of Zakat and its importance for society.
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Zakat Fundamentals: Exploring Objectives and Wealth Classification
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FutureLearn 
Curriculum

Introduction

Welcome to the Course

Overview of Zakat

Quiz

Key Takeaways

Zakat's Mission: Purpose and Impact

Objectives of Zakat

Quiz

Key Takeaways

Zakat's Treasury: Wealth Categories

Types of Zakatable Wealth

Key Takeaways

Course Assessment

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