Structure, Innovation, Governance & Application of Waqf & Waqf Based Products
Date: 30th October 2018 Venue: Kuala Lumpur
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Waqf is a financial charitable institution established by withholding property to eternally provide for various socio-economic needs, depending on the choice and condition made by the founder. Waqf is not a new concept, however its recent innovation coupled with technological advancements create an opportunity to innovate new products that align with the Bank Negara Malaysia’s agenda on Value Based intermediation.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Examine the legal framework for the management of Waqf
• Analyze direct & indirect cash Waqf models, Waqf mutual fund and Takaful models
• Evaluate the structure of corporate Waqf
• Assess the key Shariah considerations in the structuring of Waqf-Sukuk
• Explore the potential of Waqf on various fintech platforms including blockchain
• Identify the areas for potential Shariah non-compliance risk for Waqf
• Formulate adequate internal controls for Waqf management 

Who Should Attend?

 

• Islamic bankers and product structurers
• Boards and shareholders of corporations
• Finance and CSR representatives of corporates
• Financial product development and risk managers
• Representatives of Waqf foundations
• Lawyers, accountants and consultants
• Investment and asset managers
• Shariah department managers and officers
• Regulators and supervisory bodies
• Shariah advisory committee and research officers