Islamic finance and banking system : philosophies, principles & practices /

This book, Islamic Finance and Banking System: Philosophies, Principles & Practices, introduces readers to the history and development of Islamic banking. It provides an in-depth discussion on the theoretical and conceptual aspects of Islamic banking. Key concepts in Islamic finance and banking,...

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Main Author:	Sudin Haron
Other Authors:	Nursofiza Wan Azmi, Wan
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Kuala Lumpur ; New York : McGraw Hill, [2009]
Subjects:	Banks and banking > Religious aspects > Islam. Banks and banking > Islamic countries. Finance > Religious aspects > Islam. Finance > Islamic countries. Insurance > Religious aspects > Islam. Insurance > Islamic countries.

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Summary:	This book, Islamic Finance and Banking System: Philosophies, Principles & Practices, introduces readers to the history and development of Islamic banking. It provides an in-depth discussion on the theoretical and conceptual aspects of Islamic banking. Key concepts in Islamic finance and banking, and how they are applied to provide alternative Islamic financing options, are examined. The vibrant and thriving takaful industry and Islamic capital market are also explored here. In addition, the book evaluates the role and development of special organizations related to the Islamic financial system.
Physical Description:	xii, 536 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references (page 504) and index.
ISBN:	9789833850303 (pbk.) 9833850308 (pbk.) 9789833850617 (hard) 9833850618 (hard)