Islamic Finance In Western Higher Education Developments And Prospects
Book Description
In an era where financial crises have exposed deep flaws in traditional economic systems, a profound shift is occurring within Western universities and business schools. This comprehensive exploration examines how Islamic finance education has emerged as a compelling alternative that bridges spiritual principles with practical financial knowledge.
As global financial turbulence has left no sector untouched, educators and practitioners are increasingly recognizing that ethics, values, and moral responsibility cannot be separated from financial education. This realization has sparked a remarkable phenomenon: prestigious Western institutions are embracing Islamic finance programs as both an educational opportunity and a competitive advantage.
Through detailed case studies written by the very lecturers and researchers who pioneered these programs, this work illuminates how ancient wisdom traditions are finding new expression in modern academic settings. The book reveals how universities are integrating faith-based financial principles into their curricula, creating educational pathways that honor both spiritual values and professional competency.
For readers seeking to understand how traditional wisdom can inform contemporary challenges, this examination offers valuable insights into an educational movement that prioritizes ethical responsibility alongside financial expertise. The work demonstrates how spiritual principles can be practically applied in academic environments, providing a model for education that serves both material success and moral development.
This scholarly yet accessible analysis serves anyone interested in the intersection of faith, ethics, and modern education.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 272 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Islamic education
- ✓ Explore Finance
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Education, higher, finance
- ✓ Explore Higher & further education, tertiary education
- ✓ Explore BUSINESS & ECONOMICS
- ✓ Explore Study and teaching (Higher)
- ✓ Explore Funding of education & student finance
