The Islamic Financial Planner (IFP) is a training and certification programme designed especially for professionals and executives serving the retail segment of the Islamic financial market. This programme is a joint collaboration between Islamic Banking and Finance Institute Malaysia (IBFIM) and the Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM). IFP has obtained Full Accreditation status by the Finance Accreditation Agency (FAA).

Islamic Financial Planner (IFP) is designed especially for professionals and personnel serving the retail segment of the Islamic financial products and growing demands of discerning Muslim retail clientele call for higher standards of competency and ethical practice of financial planning professionals. Equip yourself with enhanced knowledge in the personal financial advisory space.

• Module 1 – Shariah & Major Components of Islamic Financial Planning
• Module 2 – Islamic Risk Management, Estate & Waqf Planning
• Module 3 – Islamic Investment, Retirement, Zakat & Tax Planning
• Module 4 – Islamic Financial Plan Construction & Professional Responsibilities

Full Fledged (all Modules)

• Minimum requirement: Degree in any field

Challenge Status

• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) holders
• Other professional certificates e.g. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Islamic Finance Professional (CIFP) or equivalent with 3 years’ experience
• Bachelor’s degree holder in any discipline with 5 years of minimum experience in Islamic financial services industry.

As an Islamic Financial Planner, with the complete knowledge, they are able to guide clients through the comprehensive financial planning process. advise clients on how they may achieve their financial goals according to Shariah requirement and Al-Falah. implement and monitor the holistic financial plan for the client.

IFP qualification is recognized: