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London International Academy for Excellence

Our collaboration partner in London - research and development, academic publication, executive programmes and Shari’ah advisory, delivered from London across the United Kingdom, MENA and Asia.

LIAFE

Institutional profile • Towards Excellence

An international institution with a diversified portfolio

The London International Academy for Excellence (LIAFE) is an emerging international institution based in London, operating a diversified portfolio of activities across research and development, publication, executive professional programmes and training, and Shari'ah advisory for the Islamic finance industry.

Its activities are offered from London across the United Kingdom, the MENA region and Asia, positioning London as the hub for the institution's work. LIAFE is managed by a team combining local and international expertise with the networks to bring business and interest to the United Kingdom.

  • 8 Rock Street, Finsbury Park, London N4 2DN, United Kingdom
  • www.ukliafe.com
  • London International Academy for Excellence Ltd
    Registered in England and Wales, company no. 16628895
London - the operating hub of the London International Academy for Excellence

LIAFE Vision

To be the global leading institution in research development, professional training and Shari'ah consultancy, embedding sustainability at the core of its training, publication and advisory services.

LIAFE Mission

To provide high quality services in the area of research and development, professional training and Shari'ah advisory within a sustainability approach.

Values

Integrity · Accountability · Sustainability · Collaboration and Partnership

Sustainability commitment

Sustainability sits at the core of LIAFE’s training, publication and advisory services - in the work it delivers and in how it operates.

LIAFE portfolios

Six areas of practice

LIAFE offers a wide range of products and services across research, publication, professional training, Shari'ah advisory, fintech and specialised knowledge databases.

LIAFE Research & Development

The research centre undertakes research and development projects across social science, fintech and Islamic finance services, based on market needs and categorised by purpose, methodology, approach and application.

LIAFE Publication

Publication of books and e-books, sold through online platforms and physical kiosks, giving institutional research an international distribution route.

LIAFE Academy

Professional Executive Masters, professional certificates, executive professional training, and the London Summer School in Islamic Finance Leadership.

LIAFE Shari'ah Advisory

High-quality Islamic finance consultancy and advisory delivered by experienced professionals, providing guidance and oversight so that financial activities, products and services comply with Islamic principles and Shari'ah law.

LIAFE Fintech & Digital Solutions

Islamic fintech solutions and Islamic digital solutions for institutions modernising their operations.

LIAFE Knowledge Databases

Specialised database repositories for Islamic Finance and for Wealth Management, maintained as a working reference for practitioners and researchers.

Sustainability at the core

What that commitment means in practice

  • Empowering businesses and organisations with actionable insights that promote environmental stewardship, social equity and economic resilience.
  • Designing training programmes that equip individuals and teams with the skills to drive sustainable solutions in their industries and communities.
  • Prioritising eco-friendly operations - reducing carbon footprint, minimising resource consumption and embracing digital solutions to reduce waste.
  • Collaborating with clients and partners who share the vision for a sustainable future.

What the collaboration gives ITFS clients

  • Access to internationally published research and Islamic finance knowledge databases
  • Accredited executive programmes, including the London Summer School in Islamic Finance Leadership
  • Shari'ah advisory backed by fellows of CIIF, ASAS and MFPC
  • A publication route for your institution's own research and policy work
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Management & senior leadership

The LIAFE team

LIAFE is managed by an expert team combining local and international expertise with the networks to bring business and interest to the United Kingdom.

Dr. Ahcene Lahsasna, Senior Advisory Consultant

Dr. Ahcene Lahsasna

Senior Advisory Consultant

Chief Executive Officer of SALIHIN Shari'ah Advisory and Business Development Consultant for LIAFE.

  • PhD in Islamic Law and Islamic Jurisprudence, IIUM Malaysia
  • PhD in Economics and Business, University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia
  • Fellow Member, Grand Council of Chartered Islamic Finance Institute (CIIF)
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Abd Razak, Director

Abd Razak

Director

Experienced Director with a demonstrated history of leadership in management consulting and executive leadership development.

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M. Anas Lahsasna, Manager, Admin & Marketing

M. Anas Lahsasna

Manager, Admin & Marketing

Master's in Islamic Banking & Finance, First Honours, Dean's List 2021 and 2022.

  • Master's in Islamic Banking & Finance (First Honours)
  • Dean's List 2021 and 2022
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Dr. Ahmed Herzi, Director

Dr. Ahmed Herzi

Director

Over 20 years as an investment advocate, intellectual property rights strategist and leader in evidence-based policy design.

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Bring London research to your institution

Executive programmes, applied research, publication and Shari'ah advisory - arranged through ITFS as your local point of contact.