Durham’s Prof. Habib Ahmed Discusses Islamic Finance at UIII’s Seminar
November 08, 2024Contributor: Sihabudin Nf | Editor: Supriyono | Photo: Moh. Alfi Fauzilah
The UIII Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UIII) had the honor of hosting Professor Habib Ahmed from Durham University Business School for a seminar on Islamic finance. Held on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the Faculty B Lecture Hall, the seminar, titled "Islamic Finance: Current Issues, Global Practice, and Future Directions," provided students, faculty, and guests a comprehensive view of the field’s evolving dynamics.
Dr. M. Luthfi Hamidi, Head of the MA in Economics program, expressed his enthusiasm for the event: “It’s a privilege to welcome Professor Habib Ahmed back to our university for a second time to share his expertise on Islamic finance. His visit enriches our academic environment and brings valuable insights to our students.”
Prof. Habib Ahmed, Sharjah Chair in Islamic Law and Finance at Durham University Business School, holds extensive experience in Islamic finance. Previously, he managed research and development within the Islamic Banking Development Group at the National Commercial Bank (NCB) in Saudi Arabia. He is also an active member of Durham University's Institute for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies (IMEIS), adding to his distinguished background in academia and the financial industry.
During the seminar, Professor Ahmed shared insights into Islamic finance’s adaptability, emphasizing its universal application beyond specific jurisdictions, making it accessible for diverse global financial practices. The seminar was attended by students, faculty, and the public, providing a platform for in-depth discussions on Islamic finance's present and future role in addressing global economic needs.
Professor Habib’s visit underscores UIII’s commitment to fostering international collaboration and offering students unparalleled learning opportunities. This partnership with Durham University enriches UIII's academic environment and supports the faculty's mission to promote innovative and inclusive financial solutions on a global scale.
- Critical Literacies and Gender Take Center Stage at FoE LunchTalk
- Exercising Democracy through Fair, Transparent Election of UIII Student Union
- UIII Exhibits Sustainable Sharia Economics through Education at ISEF 2024
- STREAMS Conference Explores 'Rethinking Islamic Studies for a Dynamic Global Landscape'
- Jusuf Kalla Library Hosts Book Forum on Humanitarian Islam
- 'SIM Card Service Day' for International Students in Collaboration with Telkomsel
- MORA’s Inspectoral General Conducts Monitoring and Evaluation at UIII
- Is Public Space Still a Man's World? Find Out at FEB's EconInsight
- UIII Hosts Workshop on Digital Content Creation with Industry Experts
- UIII and University of Melbourne Host Joint Webinar on Middle Leadership in Schools