The International Shari’ah Research Academy for Islamic Finance, more commonly known by its acronym, ISRA, has been established to promote applied research in the area of Shari'ah and Islamic finance.

It will also act as a repository of knowledge for Shari’ah views (fatwas) and undertake studies on contemporary issues in the Islamic financial industry. Moreover, ISRA will contribute to strengthening human capital development in Shari’ah expertise relevant to Islamic finance and will provide a platform for greater engagement amongst practitioners, scholars, regulators and academicians via research and dialogue, in both the domestic and international arenas. Through pioneering research and rigorous intellectual dialogue, ISRA aims to promote innovation and dynamism and thus extend the boundaries of Islamic finance. It is envisioned that with greater research and dialogue, mutual respect and recognition will emerge within the global community of the Islamic financial industry.

Vision

To be the premier Shari’ah research centre in Islamic finance

Mission

Integration of Shari`ah experts and industry practitioners
Synergizing total human capital development in Islamic Finance
Relevant to the market needs
Authoritative in research findings