Economic Development and Islamic Finance

Economic Development and Islamic Finance
Author: Zamir Iqbal
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2013-08-05
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0821399535

Although Islamic finance is one of the fastest growing segments of emerging global financial markets, its concepts are not fully exploited especially in the areas of economic development, inclusion, access to finance, and public policy. This volume is to improve understanding of the perspective of Islamic finance on economic development, social and economic justice, human welfare, and economic growth.

Developments and Prospects of Business Economics and Finance in Muslim Countries

Developments and Prospects of Business Economics and Finance in Muslim Countries
Author: Eleftherios Thalassinos
Publisher:
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2019-03-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9781536150155

This collective volume published by Nova Science Publishers, Inc. (NOVA) includes studies on Developments and Prospects of Business Economics and Finance in Muslim Countries written by several authors from Indonesian Universities and edited by Professor E. Thalassinos of the University of Piraeus, Editor-in-Chief of the European Research Studies Journal and the International Journal of Economics and Business Administration. As the title suggests, the Chapters are a mix of research studies on business economics, financial and managerial issues in Muslim countries with remarkable original research in some of them. Contributors, among them young researches, academics and professionals, have been invited to cover subjects related to their academic and professional expertise by providing innovative ideas and new initiatives for further development in business-economics and finance in Muslim countries which is the main aim of this volume. Initial submissions have been evaluated by external evaluators and the editor on a double-blind evaluation procedure before approval. In the second and third stage and in close cooperation with the authors, the approved submissions were revised, approved by the authors accordingly before their inclusion in the volume. The empirical work presented in the articles is in the sole responsibility of the authors since it was impossible for the Editor to check the results and the final conclusions made. The general intention of the volume and the strategic goal of the Editor was to include articles on a wide spectrum of economic and managerial issues to create a useful collective volume to be used by other researchers as an additional material tool as well as by academics in their teachings. The volume is also appropriate for University libraries and other research institutions to be used as a source of reference in issues related to Muslim countries. The content of the volume includes 13 chapters distributed in eight main fields. Chapters 1, 2, 4 and 8 are related to Islamic finance and investors behavior in the environment of a Muslim country. Chapters 6 and 12 are related to MSMEs companies and their competitive advantage by operating in a Muslim country. Chapters 5, 7 and 10 are related to ethics, organizational culture, leadership and job satisfaction in a region with different characteristics compared to western economies. Chapter 13 is on housing and tourism with reference to special circumstances occurred in these sectors. Chapter 3 is on taxation, Chapter 9 on electronic leadership and the telecommunication industry and Chapter 11 on supply chain integration.

Critical Issues and Challenges in Islamic Economics and Finance Development

Critical Issues and Challenges in Islamic Economics and Finance Development
Author: Velid Efendić
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2017-05-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3319450298

This book explores contemporary issues and trends facing Islamic banks, businesses and economies as presented at the International Conference of Islamic Economics, Banking and Finance. The authors leverage current empirical research and statistics to provide unique and fresh perspectives on the changing world of Islamic finance. They focus specifically on to the implementation of Islamic financial instruments and services in global capital markets and how their success can be evaluated. Chapters feature case studies from all over the world including examples from Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina and the United Kingdom, to name a few. The breadth and immediacy of the research presented by the authors will appeal to practitioners and scholars alike. The global outlook and rich data-based approach adopted in this book guarantee that it is a timely and valuable addition to the field of Islamic finance.

Economic Empowerment Of Women In The Islamic World: Theory And Practice

Economic Empowerment Of Women In The Islamic World: Theory And Practice
Author: Toseef Azid
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 678
Release: 2020-06-22
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9811212163

The book, Economic Empowerment of Women in the Islamic World, discusses the economic, social, and political rights and status of women in Islam, which is theoretically given by the Islamic Jurisprudence (Shariah law). The chapters in this volume will address historical practices in comparison to the status of women in the contemporary Muslim world. Men and women in Islam, regardless of their age, social class, and education, are equal as citizens and individuals, but not identical in their rights and responsibilities. It can be observed from Islamic history that in the early age of Islam, women were given full confidence, trust, and high responsibilities in leadership, educational guidance, and decision-making.This volume will try to clarify the confusion in the status of the women in Islam that is presented by the media, as it is assumed that theoretical Islamic empowerment of women bears little relation to the real conditions of women in modern Muslim societies. It has been widely claimed in the media that Muslim women suffer more than men in Muslim societies and communities in terms of insecurity, domestic abuse, and low access to education and medical care. It is also stated in the press and media that absence of good governance also results in gender inequality and violation of the rights of Muslim women.This volume also aims to provide the solutions for the empowerment of women in the Islamic world. We assumed that without good governance, the status of women is not likely to improve. Muslim women have the potential to play a fundamental role in curbing corruption, social ills, violence, and crime in the Muslim world. This volume will make the case that in order to achieve stability and prosperity, the government must ensure a platform for women to participate in decision-making and hence benefit from the rights they are accorded in Islam.By covering a range of perspectives on the economic lives of Muslim women around the world, it hopes to shed light on the problems faced and to offer possible solutions to the empowerment of women in the Islamic world.

New Issues in Islamic Finance and Economics

New Issues in Islamic Finance and Economics
Author: Hossein Askari
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2011-12-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1118179641

New Issues in Islamic Finance & Economics: Progress and Challenges provides a review of the main issues and challenges facing Islamic finance. The application of Islamic finance is currently limited to banking. This book starts with an overview of the factors and motives behind the development of Islamic finance. A critical review of issues facing the industry is provided followed by a detailed analysis of areas where further attention is required. The book offers some original thinking on issues pertaining to governance, institutions, public finance and economic development within an Islamic financial system.

Contemporary Issues in Islamic Finance

Contemporary Issues in Islamic Finance
Author: Andrew C. Worthington
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Finance
ISBN: 9781629489056

Islamic finance is one of the fastest growing segments in the global financial market. However, while the principles and concepts of Islamic finance date since the founding of Islam, it is only recently that widespread application and practice has developed. Further, while predominately Muslim countries obviously fuel the growth of Islamic finance world-wide, both Islamic and conventional financial institutions in countries with smaller Muslim populations, including the UK, the US, and in Europe, are increasingly providing Shariah-compliant financial products and services. The recent global financial crisis especially has encouraged customers and regulators in many countries to consider Islamic finance as an alternative to conventional financial systems. This book compiles recent and cutting edge research in Islamic finance, including Islamic banking, and provides a useful starting point for discussion and policy formulation for academic, industry and government researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students alike throughout the world. Contributors to the volume include academics with Islamic finance expertise and practitioners and policymakers with a long history of involvement in the sector from across four countries. This mix ensures that the book has comprehensive coverage of many of the issues involved, is highly accessible to the professional and non-professional reader alike, and that it will serve as an authoritative source of information on Islamic finance for years to come.

Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development

Islamic Finance and Sustainable Development
Author: M. Kabir Hassan
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 395
Release: 2021-08-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3030760162

The book is a collection of chapters discussing the Sustainable Development Goals in the broader context of Islamic finance along with mapping the SDGs with Maqasid Al-Shariah. It provides a framework for both Muslim and non-Muslim countries to develop a sustainable economy which encompasses not only the concept of the welfare state but also supports development-related activities, ensures financial inclusion through equal distribution of wealth and alleviation of poverty, and protects the overall environmental and ecological system. More specifically, this book explores various aspects of Islamic finance in relation to parameters of SDGs; restructuring of Islamic finance and connecting its dots in the light of SDGs; Islamic perspective on ESG and ecological quality; interest-free tools and modernization of Islamic financial institutions for sustainable development and economic stability; and the role of Islamic finance in infrastructure-related development activities. Consistent with the view that SDGs are embedded within the theme of Islamic finance, this book is specifically designed to meet the needs of key regulatory institutions, academic scholars, and industry practitioners both in the field of Islamic finance and sustainable finance.​

A Model for Islamic Development

A Model for Islamic Development
Author: Shafiullah Jan
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2019
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1788116739

This book aims to explore and analyse Islamic Moral Economy (IME) as an alternative economic and social system to capitalism and socialism. It proposes a new model of Islamic development, integrating global development within an Islamic framework of spiritual development. It is argued that the failure of Muslim countries to provide basic necessities and an environment free of oppression and injustice can be overcome with this authentic Islamic development framework. In addition, this book can be an important study to identify the theological, political, social and economic boundaries for changing the society to produce IME oriented developmentalism.

Islamic Economics and Finance

Islamic Economics and Finance
Author: Masudul Alam Choudhury
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2011-01-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0857247212

This volume is a scholarly work on the foundations of the role that the moral and ethical law plays on human enterprise comprising economics, finance, society and science. Divided into three parts, theoretical, empirical and application, the study covers a vast area of socio-scientific investigation and is extensively comparative in perspective.