A Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME. Strengthening the Wellbeing of Societies

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1 A Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) 9 th ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME Strengthening the Wellbeing of Societies August 2014 Securities Commission Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

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3 9th ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME Strengthening the Wellbeing of Societies August 2014 Conference Hall, Securities Commission Malaysia INTRODUCTION This programme will evaluate two important issues: v The role of Islamic finance in the wellbeing of societies globally; and v What it takes to ensure sustainable development of global Islamic finance How does Islamic finance benefit people? How can it help to reach out and strengthen the wellbeing of societies and communities around the world? What is the role of the Islamic Capital Market in meeting this objective? Islamic finance offers societies safe, competitive and attractive financial products premised on Shariah principles managed by competent professionals and organisations. These organisations are required to be mindful of the products and the environment in which they operate, the society at large, responsible governance and correct application of Shariah principles. Ultimately it presents a distinguishable investment opportunity to achieve a high social return with a satisfactory financial return. It is this unique value distinction that sets it apart from other financial products and service offerings. Sustainability has been referred to as a system that can evolve indefinitely towards greater human utility, greater efficiency of resource use and balance with the ultimate objective which is favourable to the societies. Sustainability requires the wise use of resources, thinking systematically and achieving zero waste as well as having business practices that are regenerative. Together, these two impactful ideas of wellbeing and sustainability have potential to transform the Islamic financial industry as we know it. However, delivering ethical products with a spiritual dimension to the wider population around the world in a sustainable manner has its formidable challenges. Sustainable global growth ultimately depends on HOW WELL WE CAN ALL WORK TOGETHER to create and uphold superior value that makes an impact to our societies! STRENGTHENING THE WELLBEING OF SOCIETIES 3

4 THIS PROGRAMME The 2014 Islamic Markets Programme will take stock of the current state of play of the Islamic finance market, examine the evolving role of Islamic finance in enhancing the wellbeing of societies and the high road to sustainable global prosperity. We invite you to discuss what financial wellbeing means to you. It has been referred to as making informed investment decisions in opportunities that positively impact social, emotional and occupational wellbeing with a satisfactory financial return. The idea suggests the element of more secure investment opportunities that maintain high ethical consideration to deliver realistic returns governed by sound investment principles. We describe how strengthening the legal and regulatory framework, offering a diversity of products and escalating the role of the key stakeholders can contribute to the sustainable growth of Islamic finance. We explain the need for, and the importance of, harmonised standards to strengthen Islamic financial services and discuss the benefits and challenges of cross-border Islamic finance market integration. We discuss branding principles and strategic positioning ideas that can strengthen global market access to Islamic finance. The current shortage of trained and qualified practitioners in Islamic finance will be deliberated. Among the pertinent issues is the challenge of building a sustainable talent pool with the right competencies to drive the Islamic financial services industry to new heights. Key Knowledge Modules of IMP TH ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME 2014

5 LEARNING OUTCOME By the end of this programme, participants will be able to evaluate two important issues: v The role of Islamic finance in the wellbeing of societies globally; and v What it takes to ensure sustainable development of global Islamic finance LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to: q Recognise the nature and significance of the Islamic finance ecosystem q Describe the legal and regulatory framework, the products key features and the role of key stakeholders contributing to the development of global Islamic finance q Identify current, new and wider investment opportunities of Islamic financial products q Discuss the role of Islamic finance in strengthening the wellbeing of societies q Discuss the challenges of implementing the Islamic Financial Services Act (IFSA) 2013 and its impact to the capital market q Explain how harmonised standards strengthen the Islamic financial services sector q Describe the benefits and challenges of cross-border Islamic finance market integration q Recognise the critical human capital talent issues confronting the growth of Islamic financial market DELIVERY METHODOLOGY The programme is intended to offer an open learning environment to discuss lessons learnt and share insightful experiences. It also humbly proposes to highlight possible development strategies to further the cause of Islamic finance through thought provoking ideas by experienced regulators, standard-setters, bankers, lawyers, compliance professionals and industry observers. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Senior regulators, academicians and financial industry practitioners. PROGRAMME FEES The following packages are available to suit your needs: Package Date Fee Details A Local Participants August 2014 RM4,500 Fee includes 1-day Introductory Workshop B Foreign Participants August 2014 USD1,450 C Local Participants August 2014 RM3,500 D Foreign Participants August 2014 USD1,130 Fee excludes 1-day Introductory Workshop STRENGTHENING THE WELLBEING OF SOCIETIES 5

6 PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP Monday 11 August 2014 (Optional) 8:45 am Registration 9:05 am Introduction to the Islamic Markets Programme 2014 Workshop 9:40 am Refreshments and Networking 10:00 am Introduction to Islamic Finance Overview of the Islamic Capital Market (ICM) and Shariah principles governing Islamic finance 11:00 am Discussion and Question & Answer Session OVERVIEW OF ISLAMIC CAPITAL MARKET (ICM) By the end of the Introductory Workshop, participants will be able to recognise the nature and significance of the Islamic finance ecosystem comprising the legal and regulatory framework, the products key features and the role of the key stakeholders contributing to the development of global Islamic finance. 11:15 am Establishing Appropriate Institutional, Legal and Regulatory Framework The evolution of Islamic finance regulatory framework Shariah screening reform: Methods and criteria applied 12:15 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 12:30 pm Lunch 2:00 pm Islamic Finance Products and Its Key Players Unique features and characteristics of Islamic finance instruments Islamic finance key industry players 3:15 pm Refreshments 3:30 pm Raising Investor Education Awareness of Islamic Finance Malaysian Experience: SC s role in re-creating different business strategies through investor education Raising the bar in developing the Islamic finance industry and societies wellbeing via investor education 4:30 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 4:45 pm Day Debrief 5:00 pm End of Introductory Workshop 6 9 TH ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME 2014

7 D A Y 9:00 am Doa Recital 9:05 am Welcome Remarks: Islamic Markets Programme 2014 Tuesday 12 August 2014 BUILDING MORE PRODUCTIVE AND EFFICIENT MARKETS TO STRENGTHEN THE WELLBEING OF SOCIETIES By the end of Day One, participants will be able to: identify current, new and wider investment opportunities for Islamic financial products. discuss the role of Islamic finance in strengthening the wellbeing of societies. 9:15 am IMP 2014 Programme Briefing 9:30 am Photography Session and Refreshments 10:00 am Review of the Global Market Outlook and Future Potential for Islamic Finance Industry New opportunities and prospects in Islamic markets Risk sharing in Islamic finance Achieving Maqasid Shariah 11:00 am Discussion and Question & Answer Session 11:15 am Participants Discussion: In this session we invite you to discuss what financial wellbeing means to you and how you expect to achieve it. What is the role of Islamic Finance in helping you achieve it? Financial wellbeing has been referred to as making informed investment decisions in opportunities that positively impact your social, emotional and occupational wellbeing with a satisfactory financial return. 12:15 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 12:30 pm Lunch 2:00 pm Tier-1 BASEL III Sukuk Introduction of perpetual Sukuk Case Study: Perpetual Sukuk v Discussion on the benefits, cost and its competitive edge v Discussion on other issues 3:00 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 3:15 pm Refreshments 3:30 pm Widening Opportunities for the Wellbeing of Societies Investments in social projects v Cash Waqaf: Current and future prospects v Market acceptability v Initiatives in increasing products competitiveness Crowdfunding: The latest global financial services innovation v New innovation: Opportunities through the models introduced 4:30 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 4:45 pm Day Debrief 5:00 pm End of Day 1 STRENGTHENING THE WELLBEING OF SOCIETIES 7

8 D A Y Wednesday 13 August 2014 STRENGTHENING THE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK TO FACILITATE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH OF ISLAMIC FINANCE By the end of Day Two, participants will be able to: discuss the challenges of implementing the Islamic Financial Services Act (IFSA) 2013 and its impact on the capital market. explain how harmonised standards strengthen the Islamic financial services sector. 9:30 am Balancing Social Good and Strong Governance with Reasonable Financial Returns Challenges of balancing market demands with Shariah principles Managing investor expectations 10:45 am Discussion and Question & Answer Session 11:00 am Refreshments 11:15 am Panel Discussion What does it take to ensure sustainable development of global Islamic finance? What are the expectations of IF intermediaries? What can we do better? 12:15 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 12:30 pm Lunch 2:00 pm Challenges of Crafting and Implementing Regulatory Reform Compelling rationale for change Reaching out to industry stakeholders Cost of compliance and time constraint issues 3:00 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 3:10 pm Refreshments 3:30 pm Theory and Practice of Harmonising Standards Adoption of transparent disclosure to promote risk and profit sharing in the Islamic financial industry Case study: Expectations and realities of harmonising standards 4:30 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 4:45 pm Day Debrief 5:00 pm End of Day TH ISLAMIC MARKETS PROGRAMME 2014

9 D A Y Thursday 14 August :30 am Strengthening International Outreach of Islamic Finance Promoting a level playing field for Islamic financial solutions and institutions across jurisdictions Creation of opportunities for existing and new markets Gaining global market access through branding strategy Strategic positioning of Islamic finance 10:30 am Discussion and Question & Answer Session 10:45 am Refreshments NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CHALLENGES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAMIC FINANCE By the end of Day Three, participants will be able to: describe the benefits and challenges of crossborder Islamic finance market integration. 11:05 am Talent Attraction and Development Strategies for Islamic Capital Market (ICM) The need for professionals to specialise in Islamic finance Critical areas that require urgent ICM talent pool Initiatives, schemes and programmes available to develop talent in the market Succession planning strategies 12:05 pm Discussion and Question & Answer Session 12:20 pm Closing Remarks and Certificate Presentation 1.00 pm Networking Lunch recognise the critical human capital talent issues confronting the growth of Islamic financial market. STRENGTHENING THE WELLBEING OF SOCIETIES 9

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12 Securities Industry Development Corporation 3, Persiaran Bukit Kiara, Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur