Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) program in Islamic Finance by PAF-KIET in collaboration with The Guidance Institute
Who should aim for “Guidance PGD”?
“Guidance PGD” is the right platform for you to pursue your objectives if you are a:
Banker - determined to switch to the fast growing Islamic Banking industry.
Fresh Graduate - aiming to start your career in Islamic Banking & Finance.
Professional - eager to work in Islamic Financial Institutions in regions like Gulf & Malaysia/ Singapore.
Businessman - planning to understand and make use of Islamic modes of financing to grow your business in a Shariah-compliant way.
Demand for Islamic Banking & Finance qualification:
6 full-fledged Islamic banks in Pakistan, 12 banks with Islamic windows and 4 Takaful companies need qualified and trained Islamic finance professionals in all areas of banking and Takaful. State Bank of Pakistan projects the need for 12,000 additional Islamic finance professionals by 2012. More than 30,000 will be required by the Gulf-based institutions over the next 5 years. A high quality one-year PGD program over weekends is the best way for busy professionals to achieve the needed qualification.
Unique features of “Guidance PGD”
HEC Recognized Program:
Guidance PGD” program is being conducted in collaboration with PAF-KIET. It is designed as a rigorous and practical-oriented program as per HEC requirements which are in line with the international post graduate level teaching standards.
Best in Class Faculty:
“Guidance PGD” courses are being conducted by renowned and experienced faculty that comprises leading Shariah scholars and Islamic Banking & Finance professionals from the industry.
Industry-driven Initiative:
Guidance founding team includes accomplished Islamic finance professionals and Shariah scholars who understand the needs of Islamic finance industry. Their focus on quality as the hallmark of“Guidance PGD” is a conscious attempt to meet the required industry standards by ensuring quality at all levels – student intake, curriculum design, faculty, service delivery and assessment. Candidates will also get networking opportunities with industry leaders, an imortant factor in career progression.