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Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance
Brian Kettell
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Description for Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance
Paperback. ? A straightforward introduction to the core concepts of Islamic finance. Series: Wiley Finance Series. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 167 x 14. Weight in Grams: 354.
Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance is a succinct guide to the key characteristics of Islamic banking highlighting how these differ from conventional banking. This detailed book illustrates how Islamic banking is consistent with the Sharia'a, a key element of which is the prohibition on collecting and paying interest. This central religious precept appears to rule out most aspects of modern finance but it does allow money to be used for trading tangible assets and business, which can then generate a profit. Brian Kettell's book looks at all aspects of Islamic banking, including chapters on its creation and evolution through ... Read more
Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance is a succinct guide to the key characteristics of Islamic banking highlighting how these differ from conventional banking. This detailed book illustrates how Islamic banking is consistent with the Sharia'a, a key element of which is the prohibition on collecting and paying interest. This central religious precept appears to rule out most aspects of modern finance but it does allow money to be used for trading tangible assets and business, which can then generate a profit. Brian Kettell's book looks at all aspects of Islamic banking, including chapters on its creation and evolution through ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
Series
Wiley Finance Series
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780470978047
SKU
V9780470978047
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About Brian Kettell
Brian Kettell has a wealth of practical experience in the area of Islamic banking and finance. He worked for several years as an Advisor for the Central Bank of Bahrain where he had numerous Islamic banking responsibilities. Subsequently, Brian taught courses on Islamic banking and finance at a range of financial institutions including the World Bank, National Commercial Bank ... Read more
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