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Zakat & Islamic Finance Basics

  • Class length30 minutes
  • Frequency3 to 5 classes per week
  • Age group16+
  • LevelIntermediate

Work out your zakat properly and understand what makes an income or a transaction lawful — covering savings, gold, business stock, and the common questions about loans and interest.

Who is this course for?

Adults from sixteen, particularly those earning, saving or running a business.

What you will learn

  • The nisab and how to calculate what you owe
  • Zakat on gold, cash, shares and business stock
  • The eight categories entitled to receive it
  • Why riba is prohibited and what alternatives exist

Course curriculum

  1. Zakat and its place among the pillars
  2. What is zakatable and what is exempt
  3. Working through a real calculation
  4. Who may receive zakat
  5. Riba, lawful earnings and Islamic finance products

What you get at the end

A written progress report each month, shared with the parent or student.

Questions about this course

Can you calculate my zakat for me?
The teacher will work through the method with your figures so you can do it yourself each year. For complex estates, consult a specialist.
Does it cover mortgages and loans?
It covers the principles and the main positions. Specific contracts should go to a qualified scholar.

Available teachers

We will match a teacher to the student when you request enrollment.