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To ensure active participation and meaningful learning outcomes, students enrolling in this course are expected to meet the following requirements:

1. Basic Understanding of Islam (Preferred, Not Mandatory)
   While not compulsory, having a foundational knowledge of Islamic teachings, core principles of Shariah, and Quranic concepts will help learners grasp the ethical perspectives more effectively.

2. Access to a Reliable Internet Connection
   As this is an online course, students must have a stable internet connection to attend live sessions (if any), watch recorded lectures, download reading materials, and submit assignments.

3. Device for Learning
   A computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with access to a web browser and video playback capabilities is required.

4. Commitment to Time and Participation
   Learners are expected to dedicate approximately 3–5 hours per week for video lectures, readings, discussion forums, quizzes, and assignments.

5. English Language Proficiency
   Since the course content will be delivered in English, a moderate level of reading, writing, and comprehension in English is required.

6. Willingness to Engage in Ethical Reflection
   Students should be open to critically reflecting on ethical dilemmas and practices in business through the lens of Islamic teachings.

7. Completion of Course Assessments for certification
   To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate (if applicable), learners must:

   • Complete quizzes and assignments on time
   • Participate in discussions or live sessions (if applicable)
   • Pass the final assessment or capstone project (if included)

📖 Course Description: Islamic Business Ethics and Practice

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of ethical business conduct from an Islamic perspective. Rooted in the principles of Shariah and guided by the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah, this course equips learners with the moral and practical framework necessary to conduct business in a way that aligns with Islamic values.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, business professional, student of Islamic studies, or simply interested in ethical commerce, this course will help you understand how integrity, justice, fairness, and social responsibility are central to Islamic business practices.

Through real-world examples, case studies, and scholarly insights, learners will gain a deeper understanding of concepts such as halal and haram in business, prohibition of riba (interest), ethical trade practices, trust-based partnerships, and corporate social responsibility from an Islamic viewpoint.

By the end of this course, learners will be equipped to make ethical decisions in the business world while upholding Islamic moral values.

1. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

   1. Understand the Core Principles of Islamic Business Ethics
      Explain the foundational ethical values derived from the Qur’an and Sunnah that guide business conduct in Islam.

   2. Differentiate Between Permissible and Prohibited Business Activities
      Identify halal (permissible) and haram (prohibited) transactions, with practical examples related to modern business scenarios.

   3. Analyze the Role of Justice and Fairness in Islamic Commerce
      Evaluate how equity, transparency, and moral responsibility shape ethical decision-making in business.

   4. Apply Islamic Ethical Principles to Business Practices
      Demonstrate the application of Islamic ethics in areas such as trade, employment, marketing, finance, and customer relations.

   5. Understand Prohibitions Such as Riba, Gharar, and Maysir
      Recognize the ethical implications of interest-based transactions, excessive uncertainty, and gambling, and explore alternatives approved in Islamic finance.

   6. Evaluate the Role of Social Responsibility and Trust in Business
      Discuss how trust (amanah), accountability, and social responsibility are integral to business dealings in Islam.

   7. Develop Ethically Compliant Business Strategies
      Design business practices, contracts, and organizational behavior that align with Islamic moral and ethical guidelines.

   8. Critically Reflect on Ethical Dilemmas in the Business World
      Assess contemporary ethical challenges in global commerce using an Islamic framework for ethical reasoning and decision-making.