Islamic Ethics for Professionals
Islamic Ethics for Professionals
Online Course – 24th January 2025 – 23rd May 2025
A Unique Online Course
Covering: Biomedical Ethics, Environmental Ethics, Business Ethics and Public Life, Social Media Ethics and Ethics of Journalism, Islamic Ethics and AI
Course Fee:
£400 for working professionals: £80 for single topics (two sessions)
£200 for students and trainees: £40 for single topics (two sessions)
Registration Deadline: 22nd January 2025
Course Overview:
This specialized course offers a comprehensive exploration of Islamic ethics as applied to contemporary professional contexts. Divided into 11 sessions, each lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes, the course provides a unique blend of academic insights and practical applications.
Course Structure:
Each topic features two expert speakers: one discussing the ethical implications of a specific topic from a general perspective and the other offering an Islamic ethical analysis. This dual approach provides a well-rounded understanding of the subject matter. There are two exceptions to the above structure: biomedical ethics will be discussed in three sessions while AI and Ethics in one session.
Session Format:
- Lecture (1 hour): A detailed presentation on the chosen topic, covering both general and Islamic ethical perspectives.
Q&A Session (45 minutes): An interactive discussion where participants can ask questions and engage in dialogue with the experts.
Course Benefits:
By participating in this course, you will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of Islamic ethical principles.
- Develop practical skills in applying ethical reasoning to professional challenges.
- Benefit from the expertise of leading scholars in the field.
- Have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions with peers.
Course Syllabus:
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Session
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Topic
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Invited Speaker
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Session 1
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What Are These Things Called Ethics and Professional Ethics?
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Dr Jeremy Shearmur
Australia National University
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Session 2
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Biomedical Ethics (1)
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Professor Soren Holms
University of Manchester
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Session 3
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Biomedical Ethics – Islamic Perspective (1)
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Dr Nermina Lamadema
King’s College, London
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Session 4
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Ethics in Business and Public Life (1)
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Professor Philip Booth
St. Mary University, Twickenham, London
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Session 5
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Business Ethics – (2)
Islamic Perspective
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Professor Iqbal Asaria
London Institute of Banking and Finance
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Session6
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AI and Ethics (opportunities and threats) Islamic Perspective
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Professor Ezieddin Elmahjub
Qatar University College of Law
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Session 7
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Environmental Ethics – (1)
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Dr Jeremy Shearmur
Australia National University
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Session 8
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Environmental Ethics – (2)
Islamic Perspective
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Dr Syed Ali Vaqvi
North East London NHS Foundation Trust
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Session 9
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Social Media Ethics and Ethics of Journalism- (1)
Islamic perspective
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Professor Basyouni Hamada
Qatar University
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Session 10
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Social Media Ethics – (2)
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Dr Kate Orton-Johnson
University of Edinburgh
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Session 11
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Biomedical Ethics – Islamic Perspective (2)
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Dr Nermina Lamadema
King’s College, London
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The course will take place every Friday from 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM, starting on Friday, 24th January 2025 and ending on the 23rd May 2025, according to the following table:
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Session
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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6
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7
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8
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9
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10
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11
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Date
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24
Jan.
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31
Jan.
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14 Feb.
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21. Feb.
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28 Feb.
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18 Apr.
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25 Apr.
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2
May
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16
May
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20 May
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23
May
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Certificate:
Participants will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.
