Programmes & Certification Pathways
Preparatory training for the Islamic Financial Planner™ (IFP®) and Shariah RFP certifications - choose the pathway that matches your experience, schedule and budget.
IFP® Challenge Status Program
ONLINE/VIRTUALShariah, Islamic Financial Plan Construction and Professional Responsibilities
A focused preparatory track for professionals sitting the IFP® Challenge Status examination, covering Shariah principles, risk management, Takaful, investment and estate planning.
Physical Face-to-Face IFP® Challenge Status Program
FACE-TO-FACEShariah, Islamic Financial Plan Construction and Professional Responsibilities
A premium small-group, in-person IFP® Challenge Status programme, covering Shariah principles, risk management, Takaful, investment and estate planning.
Shariah RFP Capstone
ONLINE/VIRTUALFinal Integration Module
The final integration module of the Shariah RFP certification pathway, combining integrated client case studies with comprehensive financial plan development.
Complete IFP® Full-Fledged Program
A Comprehensive Certification Program of Four Modules
The complete 4-module pathway to the IFP® certification, covering the full Islamic financial planning process from start to finish, at an approved 5% package discount.
Shariah RFP Modular Programme
Modules 1 to 6 (Shariah RFP Capstone sold separately)
The complete 6-module pathway to Shariah RFP eligibility, delivered entirely online, covering the full spectrum of Shariah financial planning before progressing to the Capstone.
IFP® Full-Fledged Module 1
Shariah and Major Components of Islamic Financial Planning
The foundation module of the IFP® Full-Fledged 4-Module Program, covering Shariah principles and the regulatory structure of the financial planning industry.
IFP® Full-Fledged Module 2
Islamic Risk Management, Estate and Waqf Planning
Covers Islamic risk management through Takaful, estate planning tools, and the regulatory framework governing waqf.
IFP® Full-Fledged Module 3
Islamic Investment, Retirement, Zakat and Tax Planning
Financial Calculation and Shariah-Compliant Investment, Zakat & Tax Planning. Schedule to be announced.
IFP® Full-Fledged Module 4
Islamic Financial Plan Construction and Professional Responsibilities
The final module of the IFP® Full-Fledged curriculum. Schedule to be announced.
Shariah RFP Module 1
Fundamentals of Shariah Financial Planning
The entry point for the Shariah RFP certification journey, covering the Shariah worldview in personal finance and the Malaysian regulatory landscape.
Shariah RFP Module 2
Risk & Takaful Planning
Covers risk management from an Islamic perspective, Takaful vs conventional insurance, and Shariah-compliant Takaful solutions for individuals and families.
Shariah RFP Module 3
Shariah Investment Planning
Covers Islamic investment principles, Shariah-compliant portfolio construction, and evaluating sukuk, unit trusts and real estate investments.
Shariah RFP Module 4
Zakat & Tax Planning
Covers the Malaysian income tax system, zakat obligation calculations, and tax-efficient strategies compliant with Shariah.
Shariah RFP Module 5
Shariah Estate Planning
Covers the fundamentals of Shariah estate planning, faraid-based inheritance distribution, and Islamic estate planning tools such as hibah, waqf, wasiyyah and trust.
Shariah RFP Module 6
Retirement Planning
Covers comprehensive retirement needs analysis, retirement capital calculation, and designing retirement investment strategies including EPF and PRS.
Not sure which pathway is right for you?
Our team can review your background and recommend the certification route that fits your experience, schedule and budget.