National Institute of Banking & Finance Pakistan successfully concluded a five-day professional training initiative titled “Islamic Banking Professional Development Program (IBPD–32)” at its Lahore campus, aimed at strengthening technical expertise and operational understanding of Islamic banking among professionals from the commercial banking sector.
The program was conducted from December 01 to December 05, 2025, and brought together 28 participants representing various commercial banks operating across Pakistan. The training was designed to deepen participants’ understanding of Islamic banking principles, Shariah governance frameworks, and the practical application of faith-based financial products in day-to-day banking operations. The initiative reflects the growing focus of the industry on strengthening compliance, product integrity, and customer confidence in Islamic financial services.
The first two days of the program were led by Mufti Tayyab Amin, Chairman Shariah Board at Allied Bank Limited, who delivered detailed sessions on the foundational concepts of Islamic finance, key differences between conventional and Islamic banking models, and the structure of Shariah-compliant contracts. Participants were also guided through contemporary challenges in product structuring and governance in Islamic banking.
The third and fourth days were facilitated by Imran Yusuf Sheikh, Head of Business Transformation at Faysal Bank Limited, who focused on operational frameworks, business process adaptation, and the integration of Shariah-compliant products within modern banking systems. His sessions emphasized practical transformation strategies, risk management in Islamic banking, and aligning operational efficiency with Shariah objectives.
On the final day, Syed Qutub ud din Haider, Manager Shariah Compliance at BankIslami Pakistan Limited, provided in-depth insights into Shariah audit mechanisms, internal control structures, and regulatory expectations surrounding Islamic banking operations. The session highlighted real-world compliance scenarios and the importance of continuous monitoring to maintain the integrity of Islamic financial products.
The program equipped participants with a comprehensive understanding of Islamic banking theory and practice, reinforcing industry-wide efforts to build skilled human capital and promote best practices in Shariah-compliant finance. The initiative also underscored National Institute of Banking & Finance Pakistan’s ongoing role in supporting professional development and capacity building within Pakistan’s evolving Islamic banking landscape.
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