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The Islamic Finance Professional Development (IFPD) Course 2011

About La Trobe University


La Trobe has been one of Australias pioneering

universities for 40 years.


Multi-campus university based in Victoria, Australia. 30,000+ students including approximately 7,600

international students from over 90 countries.


Ranked top in Victoria for student satisfaction (Sweeney

Uni Student Report, 2009)

"The rapid growth in Islamic Finance, and the response by both the Australian authorities and the finance industry, points towards a growing demand for trained professionals in this area. Here, at La Trobe University, we will continue to understand the needs of the industry, and to play a positive and supportive role as it continues to grow and develop.
Professor Leigh Drake Dean, Faculty of Law and Management

About Ethica Institute of Islamic Finance


The only accredited institute delivering Islamic finance

training and certification 100% online.


The only online institute in the world to deliver

standardized certification based on AAOIFI


More people now choose Ethicas CIFE than any other

Islamic finance certificate.


Nominated Best Islamic Finance Training Institution

(2009 & 2010) by IB&F, the industrys leading awardgranting body.

About IFPD
Islamic Finance Professional Development (IFPD)

First university-level Islamic finance program in Australia. High quality training to cater for the growing need of the industry. Academic and industry knowledge of the Islamic finance and banking industry in Australia and overseas.

IFPD Course Objectives


To assist students in understanding the theory and

practice of Islamic banking and finance. At the end of the course, students will be able to:

Understand the principles of Islamic finance Understand the products offered by Islamic banks and their operation Analyse current issues in Islamic banking and finance

Who accredits the IFPD?


La Trobe University, one of Australias largest universities

and winner of numerous awards for teaching excellence, fully accredits the course.
You can use your credits towards more coursework at La

Trobe University or to improve your job prospects.


Students receive:

IFPD certificate from La Trobe University

Certified Islamic Finance Executive from Ethica Institute

What makes the IFPD unique?


IFPD is the first time ever that an accredited university

has offered an Islamic finance course 100% online.


Highly practical material developed by bankers and

scholars who execute Islamic finance transaction for a living, so everything you learn will help you in an Islamic finance career.

What is the course structure?


The course will include mix of on-line modules and class

activities. 1. Online modules (Set I): Self-study 2. Two-day intensive course (Melbourne Campus). Online for off-shore students. 3. Online modules (Set II): Self-study 4. Complete research project

When is the 2 day on-campus course?


Melbourne campus Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th February

I dont live in Melbourne. How will I attend the 2 day Intensive?


If you can not make it to Melbourne on 5th and 6th of

February, you can join us Live over the internet for online classes.
Days: Monday 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th of February Time: 6pm to 9pm Melbourne

Who should apply & how?


Anyone interested in understanding Islamic finance and

enhancing their career qualifications.


No prior knowledge or qualifications are necessary. All participants must be competent in English.

To register visit our website (How to apply section)

www.latrobe.edu.au/lawman/ifpd

Important Dates
Course duration: 15th January 28th February, 2011 Late Applications close on: 21st January, 2011 Fee: AUD $2,500

Contact Info
Course Director: Dr Ishaq Bhatti

I.Bhatti@latrobe.edu.au
Course Coordinator: Almir Colan

A.Colan@latrobe.edu.au
Team Member: Dr Hayat Khan

H.Khan@latrobe.edu.au
Website: www.latrobe.edu.au/lawman/ifpd

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