The Islamic Finance and Sharia-Compliant Investments course in Geneva is a specialized training course designed to help professionals understand Islamic finance principles and implement Sharia-compliant investment strategies.
From:
31-08-2026
From:
16-11-2026
Course Overview
Islamic finance is one of the fastest-growing sectors in global financial markets, offering ethical and Sharia-compliant alternatives to conventional finance. This Islamic Finance and Sharia-Compliant Investments Training Course provides participants with a strong foundation in Islamic financial principles, key products, and investment strategies.
Participants will explore the concepts of profit-and-loss sharing, prohibition of interest (riba), avoidance of excessive uncertainty (gharar), and ethical investment guidelines. The course covers Islamic banking products, sukuk (Islamic bonds), takaful (Islamic insurance), and Sharia-compliant portfolio strategies.
Through case studies, practical applications, and regulatory insights, learners will gain the ability to design and evaluate Islamic financial solutions aligned with ethical and religious standards.
Course Benefits
Understand the foundations of Islamic finance principles.
Explore Sharia-compliant investment products and markets.
Evaluate sukuk structures and applications.
Strengthen compliance with Sharia and ethical guidelines.
Anticipate trends in Islamic finance and global growth.
Course Objectives
Explain the principles of Islamic finance and Sharia compliance.
Distinguish between conventional and Islamic financial systems.
Analyze Sharia-compliant investment instruments.
Evaluate the role of sukuk, takaful, and Islamic funds.
Apply ethical frameworks to financial decision-making.
Understand global markets for Islamic finance.
Develop strategies for sustainable and Sharia-compliant growth.
Training Methodology
The course combines expert-led lectures, case studies, group workshops, and practical exercises. Participants will review real-world applications and regulatory frameworks for Islamic finance.
Target Audience
Finance and investment professionals.
Islamic banking specialists.
Regulators and compliance officers.
Investors seeking Sharia-compliant opportunities.
Target Competencies
Islamic finance principles and ethics.
Sharia-compliant investment analysis.
Sukuk and takaful evaluation.
Ethical portfolio strategy design.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Principles of Islamic Finance
Sharia principles in finance.
Prohibition of riba (interest) and gharar (uncertainty).
Risk-sharing and profit-loss arrangements.
Ethical guidelines for investments.
Unit 2: Islamic Banking and Financial Instruments
Murabaha, Ijara, Mudarabah, and Musharakah.
Islamic banking operations and structures.
Comparison with conventional banking.
Case studies of Islamic financial institutions.
Unit 3: Sukuk and Capital Markets
Introduction to sukuk (Islamic bonds).
Structures and types of sukuk.
Role of sukuk in financing and investment.
Global sukuk markets and case examples.
Unit 4: Takaful and Islamic Insurance
Principles of takaful (cooperative insurance).
Models of takaful operations.
Regulatory and Sharia compliance.
Market growth and applications.
Unit 5: Sharia-Compliant Investments and Funds
Screening criteria for halal investments.
Islamic mutual funds and ETFs.
Portfolio diversification with Sharia compliance.
ESG and Islamic finance intersections.
Unit 6: Governance, Regulation, and Compliance
Role of Sharia boards in financial institutions.
Global regulatory frameworks for Islamic finance.
Ensuring compliance and oversight.
Challenges in cross-border applications.
Unit 7: Future of Islamic Finance and Investments
Growth trends in global Islamic finance.
Innovation in fintech and digital Islamic banking.
Impact of ESG and sustainability on Sharia-compliant investing.
Preparing for the next phase of Islamic finance.
Ready to expand into ethical and Sharia-compliant finance?
Join the Islamic Finance and Sharia-Compliant Investments Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to align finance with ethics and sustainability.
The Islamic Finance and Sharia-Compliant Investments Training Courses in Geneva offer professionals a comprehensive understanding of the principles, structures, and applications of financial systems that operate in accordance with Sharia guidelines. Developed for finance practitioners, investment managers, legal advisors, and corporate leaders, these programs provide an in-depth exploration of ethical financial practices, risk-sharing mechanisms, and asset-backed investment models that differentiate Islamic finance from conventional frameworks.
Participants gain a robust foundation in the core concepts of Islamic finance, including the prohibitions of interest (riba), excessive uncertainty (gharar), and speculative transactions (maysir). The courses introduce key Sharia-compliant instruments such as murabaha, mudaraba, ijara, musharaka, sukuk, and takaful, illustrating how these structures support transparent, equitable, and socially responsible financial activities. Through case studies and scenario-based discussions, attendees learn how these instruments are used across corporate finance, capital markets, wealth management, and investment portfolios.
These Islamic finance and Sharia investment programs in Geneva balance theoretical insights with practical applications, enabling participants to assess market opportunities, evaluate compliance risks, and structure investment products that align with global Islamic finance standards. The curriculum also highlights governance frameworks, Sharia supervisory processes, and ethical investment screening methodologies essential for institutions offering Sharia-compliant products.
Attending these training courses in Geneva provides a valuable opportunity to engage with international experts in one of the world’s leading financial hubs. Geneva’s global outlook and strong financial ecosystem create a dynamic environment for learning and professional exchange. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with the analytical tools and practical skills needed to design, evaluate, and manage Sharia-compliant financial solutions—enhancing their ability to meet the growing demand for ethical and sustainable investment options in global markets.