How are diplomas awarded upon graduation?

Graduates receive two independent, officially accredited degree diplomas — one issued by Arab Leadership University and one conferred under the academic articulation network with Hamad Bin Khalifa University.

What is the curriculum credit split?

The degree is completed under a synchronized curriculum: 60% core modules assessed by host faculty and 40% specialist modules moderated by HBKU.

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Master of Science (MSc)🎓 2 Official Degree Diplomas Conferred18 Months · 100% Online

MSc Islamic Finance & Digital Banking (Dual Award)

ماجستير العلوم في المالية الإسلامية والابتكار المالي الرقمي (شهادة مزدوجة)

Master modern Shariah-compliant financial engineering, blockchain sukuk issuance, algorithmic wealth management, and decentralized Islamic fintech ecosystems.

Joint Awarding Bodies:Arab Leadership University (ALU) · Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)

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How Dual Degrees Work ℹ️

Partner Institution

Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Doha, Qatar

Degree Level:Master of Science (MSc)

Duration:18 Months (1.5 Years)

Total Credits:36 Credits

Credit Split:60% ALU / 40% HBKU

Diplomas Conferred:2 Independent Diplomas

Study Mode:100% Online · Pay-per-exam

Next Intakes:October 2025, February 2026, June 2026

Key Pathway Distinctions

Two master's diplomas recognized across sovereign financial centres in GCC and globally
Applied financial modeling with real-time Shariah market index feeds
Supervised by leading Islamic banking scholars and fintech architects
Complete tuition-free digital learning with pay-per-exam flexibility

Target Career Opportunities

Graduates of this dual degree track are qualified for leadership and executive roles in multinational corporations, government authorities, and international consulting firms.

💼 Islamic Fintech Product Lead💼 Sukuk & Sovereign Debt Structurer💼 Digital Banking Transformation Director💼 Shariah Governance & Compliance Strategist

Dual Diploma Guarantee

Upon completion, you receive two standalone graduation credentials: one from Arab Leadership University and one issued through Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Both include official transcripts ready for apostille attestation.

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