Legal & Regulatory Compliance for Islamic Financial Institutions

Date: 16^th April 2026
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Classroom Training

WHY THIS COURSE?

As Islamic finance continues to expand, innovate and digitalize, the compliance landscape has never been more complex, or more critical. Regulatory expectations are rising, Shariah governance requirements are deepening, and institutions must be equipped to manage both traditional prudential rules and Shariah-based obligations. Malaysia stands as a global benchmark in Islamic finance regulation, supported by robust legislation and forward-looking policy frameworks. Yet even in this advanced environment, compliance risk remains a top supervisory concern. This one-day program delivers the essential knowledge and practical insights every compliance professional, legal officer and Shariah governance practitioner needs to navigate today’s rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Learning Objectives

By attending this training course, participants will:
- Gain clarity on the most important regulatory frameworks shaping Islamic financial institutions today
- Understand how Shariah governance, risk management and compliance frameworks intersect
- Learn from real case studies on regulatory breaches and Shariah governance challenges
- Strengthen your organisation’s compliance culture with proven tools and internal control strategies
- Stay informed on the latest policy developments and what they mean for your institution

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal and regulatory ecosystem governing Islamic finance in Malaysia
- Identify emerging compliance risks and respond proactively
- Implement practical tools for monitoring, reporting and managing regulatory requirements
- Strengthen coordination between compliance, Shariah governance and senior leadership
- Enhance institution-wide awareness of regulatory expectations

AGENDA

Session 1: The Legal and Regulatory Landscape of Islamic Finance

Defining regulatory compliance in the Islamic finance context and its strategic implications.
Overview of key Malaysian regulatory frameworks:
- Islamic Financial Services Act 2013
- Shariah Governance Policy Document 2019 (Bank Negara Malaysia)
- Supporting policy documents, guidelines and industry standards
Understanding how these frameworks interact with Shariah governance, risk management and business operations.
Recent regulatory updates and areas of supervisory focus.
Governance responsibilities across key stakeholders:
- Board of Directors
- Shariah Committee
- Senior and executive management
- Assessing regulatory expectations for compliance functions and the foundations of effective oversight.
- Discussion: Common gaps and challenges observed in financial institutions.

Session 2: Practical Compliance Management and Regulatory Risk Implementation

The respective roles and collaborative duties of the Board, Shariah Committee and compliance function in managing regulatory risk.
Case studies:
- Realistic Shariah governance challenges and lessons learned
- Examples of regulatory breaches in Malaysia and their root causes
Designing and embedding a culture of compliance across business units.
Tools and methodologies for monitoring, testing and reporting compliance issues.
Preparing for future regulatory developments and supervisory expectations.
Effective internal communication and stakeholder engagement for timely compliance escalation.
Strategies for aligning Shariah compliance with enterprise-wide risk management.

Wrap-Up and Final Discussion

Key takeaways
Open discussion and Q&A on practical implementation issues
Guidance on next steps for strengthening compliance capabilities

EXPERT COURSE DIRECTOR

Dr Syed heads the firm’s Islamic Finance Practice Group. He holds a Ph. D in Islamic Finance from the International Centre for Islamic Finance Education (INCEIF) (2016). He also holds a Chartered Islamic Finance Professional (CIFP) from INCEIF (2011), and read law at the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) (2006). Professionally, he is qualified as a Fellow Chartered Professional in Islamic Finance (CPIF). Dr. Syed Adam is also an EXCO Member for (2024-2025) and an Associate Member of the Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance Malaysia (ASAS). He previously served as the Honorary Secretary and a Grand Council Member of the Chartered Institute of Islamic Finance (CIIF) (2015-2023). He currently sits as a Shariah Committee member of Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) and is the Co-Chairperson of the Islamic Finance Committee of Bar Council Malaysia.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course will be highly beneficial for:
- Compliance officers and managers
- Legal and regulatory specialists
- Shariah officers and Shariah committee support staff
- Risk management professionals
- Product development and operations teams
- Senior management seeking a clearer view of regulatory expectations
- Supervisors and regulators

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FEE

Fee per participant: RM2,600/US$700

Please note that the Ringgit price is applicable to Malaysia-domiciled participants only. Discounts are available for group bookings. Please contact us for more details.

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