We invite the submission of original, high-quality research papers that explore both contemporary and forward-looking topics in Islamic finance. Submissions may address (but are not limited to):
- Islamic FinTech, AI, and digital finance applications
- Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in monetary and fiscal policy
- Legal, regulatory, and Sharī'ah-compliant governance frameworks
- Ethical, inclusive, and sustainable financial systems
- Comparative analyses between Islamic and conventional financial paradigms
- Resilience and equity in global and culturally diverse economic contexts
We particularly welcome novel approaches that demonstrate how Islamic finance can contribute to the development of resilient, equitable, and sustainable economies.
Publication Opportunities
Selected high-quality papers presented at the symposium will be considered for fast-track review in leading journals:
Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions & Money (JIFMIM)
(Q1 | Impact Factor: 6.1 | CiteScore: 9.7)
Journal of Islamic Accounting and Business Research (JIABR)
(Q2 | Impact Factor: 2.8 | CiteScore: 6.4)
Note: Submission fees will be waived for conference papers recommended for publication.
Key Dates
- Paper Submission Deadline: 22 October 2025
- Review Notification: 30 October 2025
- Regular Registration Deadline: 15 November 2025
Submission Instructions
We invite scholars, researchers, and professionals to contribute original papers that advance the field of Islamic Finance. If you have a paper that aligns with the symposium’s themes, we encourage you to submit it for review.
Click the link below to access the submission portal and complete your paper submission.
Dr. Tasawar Nawaz
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Nader S. Virk
Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom
Rabih Hikmat Nehme
KFUPM – Chair
Ros Haniffa
Heriot-Watt University, Scotland
Mohammad Hudaib
King Saud University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Muhammed Shahid Ebrahim
Durham University, UK
Khaled Hussainey
Bangor University, UK
Yusuf Sidani
American University of Beirut, Lebanon
Yasser Eliwa
Zayed University, UAE
Mustapha Sheikh
University of Leeds, UK
Mohamed Aslam Akbar
International Islamic University, Malaysia
