About Us
Sydney Islamic Business School (Sydney IBS) is the first Islamic higher education institution in Australia, committed to providing excellent education in Islamic business and becoming a leading teaching and research-focused business school. Our vision is to equip our graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute towards building an inclusive and sustainable global economy. We offer degree programs at various academic levels including doctoral, masters, and professional certificates in the fields of Islamic Banking and Finance, Islamic Insurance and Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Our Mission
At Sydney IBS, our mission is to provide exceptional Islamic business education to our students, preparing them to become leaders in their respective fields. We are guided by Islamic principles in all our academic activities, curricula, and organisational practices, ensuring compliance with the high standards of the Australian Higher Education Legal Framework while incorporating Islamic values and ethics into all aspects of our operations.
We are committed to interdisciplinary research in Islamic business and finance that draws on insights from various fields such as acounting, economics, law, management, and finance. We support research that contributes to the development of Islamic finance and business practices in the wider economic and social context.
Our 6 Principles
Islamic values and ethics: We are committed to upholding Islamic values and ethics in all our academic activities and operations. This includes ensuring compliance with the high standards of the Australian Higher Education Framework while incorporating Islamic values and ethics into all aspects of its operations. The school’s syllabus is curated with inputs from renowned Islamic business academia and industry experts from around the world.
Academic excellence: We strive for academic excellence in all our programs and curricula, ensuring that our graduates are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their respective fields. Our curricula are on par with top Islamic business schools worldwide. Our faculty fosters innovation and collaboration continually improving our programs and curricula to meet the needs of our students and the industry.
Research and scholarship: We support interdisciplinary research in Islamic business and finance, contributing to the development of Islamic finance and business practices in the wider economic and social context. We encourage our faculty and students to engage in research that addresses real-world problems and has practical implications for the industry and society.
Diversity and inclusivity: We welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures to our diverse and inclusive community, where everyone is valued and respected. We are committed to creating a safe and supportive learning and working environment that promotes mutual respect, understanding, and inclusivity.
Social responsibility: We are committed to promoting ethical business practices, social responsibility, and sustainability in all our academic and organisational activities. We emphasise the importance of these values to our students and faculty and encourage them to be agents of positive change in their communities and workplaces.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation: We will encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in Islamic business and finance. Our Islamic Business Incubator will provide support for students and alumni who wish to start their own businesses that promote sustainable development. We will work with startups, social enterprises, and other organisations to drive innovation and support sustainable growth in the Islamic economy.
Our Strategy
At Sydney Islamic Business School, we are committed to unlocking the potential of business by developing powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and a community dedicated to making a positive impact. Our strategy is focused on the following key areas:
Innovative Solutions
We will be thought leaders who put our ideas into action to tackle some of the world's most important challenges. We will conduct rigorous research that informs the most important conversations in Islamic business and finance, such as the future of Islamic banking, halal industry, and entrepreneurship in the world. We will work with leading companies to apply our ideas and create positive change in society.
Ethical Leadership
We will develop ethical leaders who make a positive difference. Our action-based learning curricula connect students to real-world business experiences with Islamic values and ethics at the core. Our centres of excellence in leadership and positive organisations allow students to discover a deep sense of purpose. Our Islamic Business Incubator will help students launch successful startups that promote sustainable development.
Positive Impact
We are making important contributions to the global impact economy. Our community partners with organisations to solve real-world challenges, generate prosperity, and create a positive impact. We provide consulting support to small businesses and non-profits through initiatives that promote ethical business practices, social responsibility, and sustainability. Faculty and students have also played a critical role in developing Islamic finance and business practices that contribute to the wider economic and social context.
Expanding partnerships and collaborations
We seek to establish partnerships and collaborations with industry, government, and academic institutions locally and internationally, to enhance our research and academic programs, and create opportunities for our students and faculty to engage in global academic and industry networks.
By focusing on these key areas, we will continue to fulfill our mission of providing exceptional Islamic business education to our students, preparing them to become leaders in their respective fields and promoting positive change in society.