Islamic Institute of Advanced ResearchAffiliated Institution of Almadinah Islamic University, U.S.A
Religious Administration and Management

Religious administration and management

The practical side of serving a congregation.

Religious Administration and Management

Mosques, waqf and madrasas

Sound management of religious institutions.

Religious Administration and Management

People, money and compliance

Trust requires good systems.

Religious Administration and Management

In brief: Specialise in religious administration and management: running mosques, waqf, madrasas and faith-based non-profits, including finance, people and legal compliance.

Study how to manage religious institutions responsibly, from volunteers and budgets to records and compliance.

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Religious Administration and Management

Sample research areas

  • Mosque and madrasa administration
  • Waqf, zakat and charitable fund administration
  • Human resources and volunteers in faith organisations
  • Non-profit regulation and reporting
  • Communications and community engagement

Key sources and texts

  • Fiqh of waqf and zakat
  • Non-profit management literature
  • Case studies and organisational policies

Where graduates serve

  • Mosque and centre management
  • Charity administration
  • Consulting and teaching

Available at: B.Litt (Hons) · M.Litt (Hons) · MPhil · D.Litt · Post-doctorate. Back to all fields.

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