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Certified Shariah Expert (CSE)

CSE at a Glance

AspectDetails
Launch Year2023
Modules4
Practical Experience1 year (PER) required
Self-StudyMinimum 325 hours
Exam Centers65+ globally

 Program Overview

Certified Shari’ah Advisor (CSE)
The CSE fellowship trains professionals to ensure Shari’ah compliance in Islamic finance, aligned with AAOIFI standards.
Category Details
Program Objective Train candidates to advise on Shari’ah compliance for contracts, products, and governance per AAOIFI standards.
Key Benefits – Join 2800+ AAOIFI fellows in 74 countries.
– Multidisciplinary learning (Shari’ah, product development, accounting, risk management).
Learning Content – AAOIFI Shari’ah standards (scholar-endorsed).
– Practical PER experience (Shari’ah boards, compliance, product development).
Career Opportunities – High demand for AAOIFI expertise.
– Globally recognized benchmark qualification.
Language Arabic (currently).
Eligibility Bachelor’s in Shari’ah & Law (or equivalent) from a reputable institution.
2025 Exam Deadlines – April Exam: Register by 12 Mar 2025.
– September Exam: Register by 20 Aug 2025.

Key Notes

  • Focus: Combines Shari’ah principles with practical finance applications.
  • Recognition: Backed by AAOIFI, a leading Islamic finance standards body.
Curriculum
CSE consists of four modules and a one-year practical experience requirement (PER).
ModuleDetails
Module 1Shari’ah Standards (SS) – 30%
Module 2Islamic Financial Structuring and Development (IFSD) – 30%
Module 3AAOIFI Technical Standards (ATS) – 20%
Module 4Business and Regulatory Environment (BRE) – 20%
Practical Experience Requirement (PER)
Duration1 year
Place of PERAny pre-approved institution
SupervisorAny pre-approved Shari’ah scholar
DeliverableSubmission of periodic and final reports to AAOIFI
RequirementFulfillment of Shari’ah-related work performed for IFIs
ExemptionCase-by-case basis. Candidates may submit two 5,000-7,000 word research papers.
Exemption
Module exemption(s) are generally offered as follows:
ModuleExemption Criteria
SSCSAA or CSA fellowships
IFSDNo exemption
ATSCIPA or CSA fellowships
BRECIPA or CSA fellowships or any professional qualification by a body recognized by IFAC
PER Exemption
Partial (6-months exemption)Full exemption
3 years of experience in a Shari’ah-related field in an Islamic financial institution.More than 3 years of experience in a Shari’ah-related field in an Islamic financial institution.
Examinations
The 2025 examination schedule is as follows:
ModuleWindow 1Window 2Duration (hrs)Format
IFSD14 April 202522 September 20253MCQs & scenario vignettes
ATS15 April 202523 September 20252MCQs & scenario vignettes
BRE15 April 202523 September 20252MCQs & scenario vignettes
SS16 April 202524 September 20253MCQs & scenario vignettes
CSE Fellowship
To become a fellow of the CSE, the candidate must:
1 Pass all four modules (or qualify for module exemption(s))
2 Earn a passing grade in PER
3 Meet the eligibility criteria
4 Pay any applicable dues
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Fees & Discounts Details
Program Fees USD 2,200 (includes registration, study texts, mock exams, exam sittings, PER fee, and certificate fee with postal expenses).
TAIF Group Discount
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TAIF Discount for Non-GCC USD 770
TAIF Discount for GCC USD 1,430
Discounted Fee Discounted fee does not include certificate postal charges










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