Course Team

Dr. Mohammad Abdullah Nadwi (PhD, CSAA)

Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari (Darul Iftaa, Leicester, UK)

At A Glance

• 14 Live Online Sessions
• Duration: 3+ Months
• Sundays, 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM (London, UK)
• 14+ Teaching Hours
• Video Recordings Available
• Access to Mobile App
• Live Q&A
• Digital Certificate
• From £19.99/Month (For 4 Months)

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• Starts on 12th January 2025
• Course Fee:
  Pay in Full: £79.99 £49.99
  Pay in 4 Installments: £19.99 per month
• Registration Deadline: 11th January 2025

Course Overview

The Waqf course offers a comprehensive exploration of the Islamic endowment system, covering its foundational concepts, historical development, and modern-day applications. Beginning with an introduction to Waqf through Quranic verses and Prophetic traditions, the course delves into the role of Waqf during the time of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and the significant contributions of the Companions.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the origins and significance of Waqf in Islamic law based on Quran and Sunnah.
• Differentiate Waqf from other forms of Sadaqah and Zakat in Shariah.
• Analyze the socio-economic impact of Waqf during the Prophet’s (pbuh) time and the Companions’ era.

• Discuss the historical role of Waqf in education, healthcare, and welfare.
• Identify key legal elements of Waqf, including Waqif, Mawquf, and Mutawalli.
• Evaluate Shariah rulings governing Waqf governance and the Waqf deed.
• Compare the structure and framework of Waqf with English Trusts.
• Explore the modern evolution of Cash and Corporate Waqf in Islamic finance.
• Analyze the relevance of Waqf in Islamic finance and its collaborative potential.
• Assess the application of Waqf in Islamic microfinance with case studies.
• Understand how Waqf supports charitable causes and humanitarian aid.
• Analyze investment strategies and management practices for Waqf assets.
• Compare Waqf management with English charitable trusts, particularly Cash Waqf.
• Evaluate Waqf’s role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aligned with Maqasid al-Shariah.
• Apply AAOIFI’s Shariah Standard No. 60 and Governance Standard No. 13 to modern Waqf practices.
• Participate in discussions on the revival and modern challenges of Waqf across Muslim communities.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the origins, significance, and Shariah principles underlying Waqf as detailed in the Quran and Sunnah.
• Differentiate between Waqf and other forms of Sadaqah, including Zakat, within the Shariah framework.
• Analyse the historical role of Waqf during the Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) time and its socio-economic impact in Islamic history.
• Comprehend the key elements, Shariah principles, and legal structures governing Waqf, including the roles of Waqif, Mawquf, and Mutawalli.

• Compare and contrast the Waqf system with English trusts, understanding the practical implications of each.
• Explore the modern evolution of Waqf into cash and corporate entities, including their Shariah premises and applications.
• Assess the relationship between Waqf and Islamic finance, including collaborative opportunities and overlapping features.
• Evaluate case studies on the application of Waqf in Islamic microfinance and other charitable causes.
• Understand the investment and management strategies for Waqf, particularly in comparison with English charitable trusts.
• Analyse the potential of Waqf in contributing to sustainable development goals (SDGs) while aligning with Maqasid al-Shariah.
• Apply the AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 60 and Governance Standard No. 13 to contemporary Waqf practices.

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