BACKGROUND

Islamic Finance Research Institute of Ghana (IFRIG) is a Research Institute set up with the aim of carrying out research in the field of Finance, Economics and other related areas of interest.

The Institute seeks to provide technical assistance, training and capacity building programmes, offer advisory services to Islamic finance institutions and carrying out feasibility studies for Governments and private institutions.

IFRIG seeks to be the leading center for research on Islamic Finance and Economic Policy in Africa and also deliver impactful research and result oriented in areas such as Management, Marketing, Agriculture and Educational etc.

We are happy to share with you that IFRIG has selfless and dedicated members committed to carrying out research works and ensuring that Islamic finance gets a foothold in Ghana and beyond.

OUR MISSION

To deliver an impactful and result oriented research, train and serve as advisory team in the area of Islamic Finance and Economic policies.

OUR VISION

To be the center of research on Islamic Finance and Economics in Africa.

CORE VALUES

Professionalism, Commitment, Integrity and Mutual respect.

IFRIG is guided by its thematic areas, which are 1) Advocacy of Islamic Finance Values and related Policies & Regulations; 2) Research and Innovation; and 3) Training and Professional Empowerment.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

IFRIG membership provides its members the opportunity to participate on key events concerning the Islamic finance industry such as conferences, roundtable meetings, and closed discussions. These will facilitate sharing experiences and practices among other members in regards to the latest emerging issues affecting the Islamic financial services industry.

Being a vehicle for championing Islamic Finance in Ghana & Africa, IFRIG will positively engage with policy makers from key government institutions in the form of advocacy, as well as improve the Islamic finance industry through promoting the best practices of the industry.

Members will have the access to IFRIG database including country reports, briefings, newsletter, IFRIG news, and industry news. Members will also have exclusive tailored offers on IFRIG professional development programs, Publications and Research reports.

 

ADVOCACY OF ISLAMIC FINANCE VALUES AND RELATED POLICIES & REGULATIONS

1. 1. Opportunities to build networks with Islamic finance senior policy makers, regulatory and supervisory authorities.
   2. Participate in the industry decision making through IFRIG Membership platforms, which serves as the industry voice in addressing regulatory developments at both jurisdiction and International level.
   3. Access the policy recommendations sent to regulators on our IFRIG Membership Platforms.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

1. 1. Receive country report on various emerging issues facing the Islamic financial services industry within Ghana and the world at large.
   2. Receive latest briefing and newsletter presenting the Islamic finance industry’s trends on key emerging Islamic finance development around the world.
   3. Be eligible to receive hard copies of all IFRIG publications upon request.

 

TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL EMPOWERMENT

1. 1. Get free seats for yourself to participate in IFRIG Technical Workshops.
   2. Special membership discount for Executive Programmes provided by IFRIG
   3. Special membership discount for Professional Certifications provided by IFRIG
   4. Special membership discount for member who wants to take IDLP (International Distance Learning Programme) from our international partners.

IFRIG PARAPHERNALIA

1. 1. Get free IFRIG Lacoste
   2. Get free IFRIG Membership ID

MEMBERSHIP DUES

Membership contributions/dues are as follows:

1. Management Team: 1200 per year.
2. General Member: 600 per year.
3. Student (18 years or older): 300 per year.

In order to maintain the membership, minimum required dues of the member(s) should be paid each calendar year. Membership can be restored if outstanding dues are paid within three months of the next year.