At the Institute of Islamic Finance Professionals (IIFP), we provide a wide range of academic and professional programs designed to equip individuals and organizations with the skills needed to excel in Islamic finance.
The Institute issues various professional certificates that meet international training standards:
Certificate in Islamic Banking Operations
Duration: 3-6 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? The course is open to Entry-level professionals, graduates, entrepreneurs, regulators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge.
Entry Requirements: Minimum Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent. A good working knowledge of English is required.
Study Commitment:Weekends/Online/Hybrid. Fee covers registration, course materials, and tutor support. Payment can be made in one lump sum or two installments.
Certificate in Takaful (Islamic Insurance)
Duration: 3-6 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This course is open to Entry-level professionals, graduates, entrepreneurs, regulators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge.
Entry Requirements: Minimum Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent. A good working knowledge of English is required.
Study Commitment:Weekends/Online/Hybrid. Fee covers registration, course materials, and tutor support. Payment can be made in one lump sum or two installments.
Certificate in Islamic Capital Markets
Duration: 3-6 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This course is open to Entry-level professionals, graduates, entrepreneurs, regulators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge.
Entry Requirements: Minimum Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent. A good working knowledge of English is required.
Study Commitment:Weekends/Online/Hybrid. Fee covers registration, course materials, and tutor support. Payment can be made in one lump sum or two installments.
Certificate in Zakat, Waqf & Islamic Social Finance
Duration: 3-6 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? The course is open to Entry-level professionals, graduates, entrepreneurs, regulators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge.
Entry Requirements: Minimum Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent. A good working knowledge of English is required.
Study Commitment:Weekends/Online/Hybrid. Fee covers registration, course materials, and tutor support. Payment can be made in one lump sum or two installments.
Course:
Certificate in Islamic Fintech & Digital Transformation
Case Studies: Islamic Fintech in Malaysia, UK, and Nigeria
Duration: 3-6 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? The course is open to Entry-level professionals, graduates, entrepreneurs, regulators, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge.
Entry Requirements: Minimum Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent. A good working knowledge of English is required.
Study Commitment:
Weekends/Online/Hybrid. Fee covers registration, course materials, and tutor support. Payment can be made in one lump sum or two installments.
Diploma in Islamic Banking & Finance
Duration: 6-12 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This program is designed for Mid-level professionals, regulators, managers, and entrepreneurs.
Entry Requirements: Applicants need to have graduated from a recognized Nigerian university or polytechnic (B.Sc or H.ND) or hold a diploma or NCE, or Professionals with Experience.
Mode of Study: Modular/Hybrid.
Diploma in Takaful & Risk Management
Duration: 6-12 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This program is designed for Mid-level professionals, regulators, managers, and entrepreneurs.
Entry Requirements: Applicants need to have graduated from a recognized Nigerian university or polytechnic (B.Sc or H.ND) or hold a diploma or NCE, or Professionals with Experience.
Mode of Study: Modular/Hybrid.
Diploma in Islamic Capital Market & Investment
Duration: 6-12 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This program is designed for Mid-level professionals, regulators, managers, and entrepreneurs.
Entry Requirements: Applicants need to have graduated from a recognized Nigerian university or polytechnic (B.Sc or H.ND) or hold a diploma or NCE, or Professionals with Experience.
Mode of Study: Modular/Hybrid.
Diploma in Islamic Social Finance & Development
Duration: 6-12 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This program is designed for Mid-level professionals, regulators, managers, and entrepreneurs.
Entry Requirements: Applicants need to have graduated from a recognized Nigerian university or polytechnic (B.Sc or H.ND) or hold a diploma or NCE, or Professionals with Experience.
Mode of Study: Modular/Hybrid.
Diploma in Islamic Fintech & Digital Finance
Duration: 6-12 months | Fee: See Fees and Investment
For Whom? This program is designed for Mid-level professionals, regulators, managers, and entrepreneurs.
Entry Requirements: Applicants need to have graduated from a recognized Nigerian university or polytechnic (B.Sc or H.ND) or hold a diploma or NCE, or Professionals with Experience.
Mode of Study: Modular/Hybrid.
Duration:1-2 Weeks | Fee: See Fees and Investment
This Training is aimed at religious leaders,decision makers and professionals who want more than a basic understanding of Islamic banking principles.
For Whom?
CEOs, CFOs, Board Members, Regulators, Policymakers, Shariah Scholars.
Location:
Delivered in Abuja,Lagos, London, Dubai, and Kaula Lampur
Mode of Training: Intensive, Case based.
Duration: 2-6 Weeks | Fee: See Fees and Investment
This program focuses on the principles and operational framework of Islamic insurance (Takaful). It helps students and professionals develop their skills, knowledge, and understanding of the nature and principles of Takaful.
For Whom? Appropriate for individuals new to continue professional development.
Mode of Study: Evening/weekend/online.
Specialised Short Courses (2–6 weeks, CPD-focused)
| Certificate Programmes (3–6 Months) | Fees |
|---|---|
Islamic Banking Operations | 300,000 |
Takaful (Islamic Insurance) | 300,000 |
Islamic Capital Markets | 350,000 |
Zakat, Waqf & Islamic Social Finance | 250,000 |
Islamic Fintech & Digital Transformation | 350,000 |
Islamic Finance Literacy Course | 150,000 |
| Diploma Program (6-12 Months) | Fees |
|---|---|
Islamic Banking & Finance | 600,000 |
Takaful and Risk Management | 600,000 |
Islamic Capital Market & Investment | 700,000 |
Islamic Social Finance & Development | 500,000 |
Islamic Fintech & Digital Finance | 800,000 |
| Executive Trainings & Masterclasses (1–2 Weeks) | Fees |
|---|---|
Leadership in Islamic Finance | 600,000 |
Sukuk Structuring & Innovation | 750,000 |
Shariah Governance & Audit | 500,000 |
Takaful and Risk-Sharing Strategies | 550,000 |
Islamic Fintech & Future Banking | 700,000 |
ESG, Green Finance & Islamic Impact Investing | 650,000 |
| Specialised Short Courses (2–6 Weeks) | Fees |
|---|---|
Islamic Wealth Management & Estate Planning | 250,000 |
Shariah Audit & Review | 200,000 |
Cross-Border Islamic Trade Finance | 300,000 |
Risk-Based Supervision for Regulators | 250,000 |
CSR in Islamic Finance | 150,000 |
Applied Research Methods in Islamic Finance | 200,000 |
Islamic Inheritance & Succession Planning | 200,000 |
| Direct Entry Pathway Courses | Fees |
|---|---|
Bridging Course for Non-Finance Professionals | 400,000 |
Accelerated Entry into Diploma/Professional Certification | 500,000 |