Academia

Advancing Knowledge Through Academic Partnerships

At the core of WIED's mission is the belief that a strong Islamic economy must be grounded in rigorous scholarship, research-driven insights, and continuous learning. Through collaboration with academic institutions, scholars, and research bodies, WIED bridges theory and practice—ensuring that the development of the global Islamic economy is guided by both traditional Islamic knowledge and modern innovation.

Role of Academic Stakeholders

Academic stakeholders contribute by:

• Conducting research in key areas such as Islamic finance, halal economics, Waqf, sustainability, and Shariah-compliant innovation.
• Developing talent pipelines through specialised education, professional training, and executive programmes.
• Shaping policy with evidence-based recommendations and critical analysis.
• Documenting best practices and case studies from across the Islamic world.
• Fostering global knowledge exchange among universities, think tanks, and researchers.

Areas of Academic Collaboration

• Islamic Economics & Finance Studies:Advancing frameworks that are values-based and impact-driven.
• Halal Industry Research:Focusing on standards, market trends, and ethical consumerism.
• Sustainable Development & Maqasid al-Shariah:Exploring how Islamic principles align with the UN SDGs.
• Digital Transformation in the Islamic Economy:Investigating the role of AI, blockchain, fintech, and smart governance.
• Waqf Innovation & Social Finance:Revitalising classical models for modern challenges.

WIED Academic Engagement Platforms

• Islamic Economy Knowledge Hub:A centralized digital repository of research, white papers, and case studies.
• Academic Consortium for Islamic Economy (ACIE):A global network of universities and scholars collaborating on joint research.
• WIED Research Grants & Fellowships:Supporting young researchers and academic innovation.
• Annual WIED Academic Conference:Bringing together global thought leaders in Islamic economics.
• Curriculum Development Partnerships:For undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education modules.

Building an Economy of Knowledge

WIED is committed to nurturing a generation of thoughtful, ethical, and future-ready leaders through strategic academic alliances. Together, we aim to create a thriving intellectual ecosystem that supports sustainable development and global Islamic economic excellence.