Focus and Scope

Focus
The Journal of Islamic Economics Perspectives aims to serve as a leading academic platform that explores various aspects of Islamic economics from theoretical, empirical, and legal perspectives. It focuses on studying Islamic economic principles, innovations in Islamic finance and business practices, the role of public policies guided by Maqāsid al-Sharī'ah, and the legal frameworks supporting sustainable economic development. Additionally, the journal examines the significance of education in fostering competencies and values for advancing the Islamic economic ecosystem. The journal also promotes critical dialogue between Islamic and conventional financial systems, offering a multidisciplinary approach to addressing contemporary economic challenges.

Scope

1. Theories and Methodologies in Islamic Economics

   • Classical and contemporary Islamic economic thought.
   • Uṣūl al-Iqtiṣād and Maqāsid al-Sharī'ah in economic analysis.
   • Qualitative and quantitative approaches to Islamic economic studies.
     
     

2. Islamic Finance and Banking

   • Models and innovations in Islamic banking (e.g., mudharabah, musyarakah, and ijarah).
   • Islamic insurance (takaful) and Shariah-compliant risk management.
   • Fintech, blockchain, and digital transformation in Islamic finance.
     
     

3. Islamic Business and Economic Ethics

   • Islamic business ethics and Shariah-based corporate social responsibility (CSR).
   • Islamic entrepreneurship and the role of SMEs in the Islamic economy.
   • Halal tourism and the global halal industry.
     
     

4. Macroeconomics and Public Policy in Islamic Economics

   • The role of zakat, waqf, and infaq in economic development and poverty alleviation.
   • Islamic fiscal and monetary policies for economic stability.
   • Economic development and wealth distribution from an Islamic perspective.
     
     

5. The Halal Industry and Digital Islamic Economy

   • Expansion of halal markets: food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and financial services.
   • E-commerce and the integration of Shariah principles in the digital economy.
   • Analysis of halal tourism and meeting the needs of global Muslim consumers.
     
     

6. Comparative Studies and Global Perspectives

   • Comparative analysis between Islamic and conventional economic systems.
   • Shariah-compliant economic practices across countries and challenges of globalisation.
   • Integrating Islamic Economics with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
     
     

7. Empirical Studies and Islamic Economic Indices

   • Case studies on the implementation and impact of Islamic finance.
   • Development of indices and metrics to measure Islamic economic performance.
   • Evaluations of the performance of Islamic financial institutions and businesses.
     
     

8. Islamic Economic Education

   • Curriculum development in Islamic economics at various educational levels.
   • Pedagogical approaches for teaching Islamic economics and finance.
   • The role of education in fostering a sustainable Islamic economic ecosystem.
   • Critical analysis of the effectiveness of Islamic economic education in producing competent and ethical graduates.
     
     

9. Islamic Economic Law

   • Regulation of financial institutions and Shariah-compliant contracts.
   • The role of Islamic legal frameworks in supporting economic sustainability.
   • Legal challenges in implementing Islamic economic policies.
   • Comparative studies on Islamic economic laws and conventional legal systems.

Article Types

• Theoretical Articles: Development of new concepts and theories in Islamic economics.
• Empirical Studies: Fieldwork-based research and data analysis on implementing Islamic economic principles.
• Literature Reviews: Critical analysis of recent developments in Islamic economics.
• Case Studies: Practical experiences of institutions or countries implementing Islamic economic principles.