Scope

Scope of Journal of Islamic Finance, Economics and Social Philanthropy (JIFES)

Journal of Islamic Finance, Economics and Social Philanthropy (JIFES) focuses on the advancement of knowledge and scholarly discourse in the areas of Islamic finance, Islamic economics, and social philanthropy within the framework of Sharia principles. The journal welcomes original and high-quality research that explores theoretical foundations, empirical findings, and practical applications of Islamic economic systems in addressing contemporary socio-economic challenges.

The scope of JIFES includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Islamic Finance and Financial Institutions

  • Sharia-compliant financial instruments and products

  • Islamic banking, takaful, and capital markets

  • Sukuk and Islamic investment mechanisms

  • Risk management and governance in Islamic financial institutions

  • Innovation and digital transformation in Islamic finance (FinTech, blockchain, AI)

2. Islamic Economics and Economic Development

  • Islamic economic theory and policy analysis

  • Macroeconomic and microeconomic issues from an Islamic perspective

  • Islamic monetary and fiscal policy

  • Economic growth, stability, and development in Muslim societies

  • Behavioral economics and consumer ethics in Islam

3. Islamic Accounting and Auditing

  • Sharia-based accounting standards and reporting

  • Islamic auditing and Sharia compliance assurance

  • Performance measurement of Islamic financial institutions

  • Transparency, accountability, and governance in Islamic organizations

4. Zakat, Waqf, and Islamic Philanthropy

  • Management and optimization of zakat, waqf, and sadaqah

  • Institutional models and governance of Islamic philanthropic organizations

  • Productive zakat and waqf for poverty alleviation

  • Integration of Islamic philanthropy with social finance and public policy

5. Islamic Social Finance and Financial Inclusion

  • Islamic social finance instruments for inclusive development

  • Microfinance and MSME empowerment based on Sharia principles

  • Role of Islamic finance in reducing inequality and poverty

  • Social impact measurement of Islamic finance initiatives