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Islamic economy

Course Description: This course offers an advanced and analytical study of Islamic economics as a distinct discipline within the economic sciences. It aims to explore the ethical, philosophical, and institutional foundations of the Islamic economic system derived from the principles of Islamic Sharia. The course also addresses the objectives of Islamic economics (Maqasid al-Sharia), its policy framework, and its comparative performance against conventional economic systems. The course focuses on key topics, including theories of production, distribution, and consumption in Islamic economics, the prohibition of Riba (interest) and the promotion of profit- and loss-sharing principles, as well as monetary and fiscal policies in the Islamic context. It also examines the role of Zakat (obligatory charity), Waqf (endowments), and public finance in achieving social justice and sustainable development. Furthermore, the course integrates theoretical and practical dimensions, with a focus on applications related to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and contemporary global challenges.
Credit hours: 3
Objectives of the course :

1- Understanding the epistemological foundations and objectives of Islamic economics.
2- A critical analysis of basic concepts such as justice (adil), well-being (falah), and equity within the Islamic economic system.
3- A study of the Islamic perspective on production, consumption, and wealth distribution processes.
4. Evaluation of Islamic financial mechanisms, including Mudarabah, Musharakah, Sukuk, and Takaful.
Discussion of the macro implications of interest-free monetary and fiscal policies in Islamic economics.
6- Analysis of the role of Zakat and Waqf in achieving economic growth and poverty reduction.
7. Conduct independent research that employs the principles of Islamic economics to address contemporary issues and policies.

Course outputs :

1.0 Knowledge and Understanding
1.1 Recognizes the epistemological foundations and general objectives of Islamic economics.
1.2 Explains fundamental concepts such as justice ('adl), welfare (falāḥ), and the objectives of Islamic Sharia.
1.3 Employing Islamic economic theories in the fields of production, consumption, and distribution.

 

2.0 Skills
It is a coherent, logical, and relevant report on Islamic economics issues.
2.2 Applies the principles of Islamic economics to analyze real-world economic issues.

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  • Last updated: 2026-04-26

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