The CIMA Certificate in Islamic Finance (Cert IF) is the first global qualification to be offered by a professional chartered accountancy body  to focus on the fast growing sector of Islamic finance. It is available to staff currently working within the Islamic financial services industry and those entering this sector.

The certificate will be valuable for newcomers to Islamic finance as well as financial professionals seeking accreditation and qualification in this field. It is designed to give professionals two significant market advantages:

• the professional recognition of a CIMA international qualification
• demonstrable expertise in the complex, fast growing world of Islamic finance. 

What skills does Cert IF teach?

Cert IF will give you comprehensive skills in key areas including Shari'ah compliance and the complexities of the contracts that underpin this compliance. You will also develop confidence in using the terminology and applying the knowledge that sets Islamic finance apart from conventional finance.

Cert IF is an international qualification and is available for study across the globe. Our aim is to give you a thorough knowledge of the theory that underpins Islamic finance.

Course modules

The certificate has four compulsory study modules. Each is covered by a detailed study guide that will take you through to examinations.

Cert IF is a self study, distance learning qualification, and is available for study across the globe. Each module is independent. We recommend that you complete the Islamic Commercial Law module first as it includes knowledge and skills you will require for the three remaining modules.

We estimate that it will take between two to six months to reach a stage where you can sit all the final exams, depending on your prior knowledge and experience.  

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