This study measures the perceived level of service quality in the UAE Islamic banks, using a modified SERVQUAL model. The study attempts to determine the extent of the correlation and relationship that might exist between the service quality dimensions and Islamic banking variables on the one hand and between these and the independent variables on the other.
This thesis evaluates zaka and how it has affected both tax and fiscal policies and systems in Sudan. The work begins with the objectives and methodology utilized, and provides a foundation of the structure of the economy of Sudan. The thesis also illustrates tax and fiscal policies relevant to this case, particularly with regards to zaka and its use as a tax reform policy. Major developments in zaka are also highlighted. Zaka has great potential in Sudan as a method of tax reform and source of social justice.
Turkey has been considered highly favorable country in which to promote Islamic banking. This is partly due to its nature as a secular state with a large
The Islamic revolution and the eight-year Gulf war have caused severe disruptions and extensive changes to the structure of the Iranian economy. This thesis analyzes Iran's economy during this period. The thesis outlines economic development and industrialization activity under the Shah, providing a framework to evaluate the post-revolutionary economy.
Islamic housing finance as an alternative to conventional interest based home financing has successfully taken up in Malaysia in recent years. The thesis examines th success of Islamic housing finance in Malaysia using questionnaire survey, and semi-structured interview for primary data.
Since beginning operations 10 years ago, the Kuwait Finance House, the only Islamic bank in Kuwait, has been one of the more profitable Islamic banks. Kuwait has prospered due to high oil revenues during the last several decades, contributing greatly to the wealth of many Kuwaitis. This study examines the principles of Islamic finance in comparison to those of the Western capitalist system. This thesis first explores the financial environment in Kuwait, then reviews the activities and evaluates the success of the Kuwait Finance House.
One of the problems facing Middle Eastern banks is that an Arab marketplace similar to that of the US or Europe does not exist. An analysis of the performance of Islamic banks in Bahrain allows for an assessment of the benefits gained by moving to Western markets.
This composition assesses the success of the Sudanese Islamic Bank's rural development program with a specific focus on small farmers. The paradoxical state of Sudanese rural areas - an underdeveloped economy despite plentiful resources - demonstrates the complexity of difficulties encountered in this country. The author hopes to present the Sudanese bank's success with
The creation of an Islamic bank in Malaysia illustrates another example of supply-following economic policies that the Central Bank (Bank Negara) has implemented to promote financial development. The supply-leading policy follows from the concept that active government development of the financial system will stimulate economic growth. The savings generated from deposits to Bank