The first theoretical and practical guide to the application and operation of shari'ah-based structures and Islamic venture capital in the private equity industry. Case studies and examples of business financial appraisals are used to give an in-depth view of areas including the Islamic banking industry; its use as a source of funding in the biotechnology industry, pharmaceuticals, ICT, agriculture and fisheries; and its utility by investment companies as part of their asset management strategies. Key Features *Begins with an overview of the industry before focusing on key areas within it including profit sharing, valuation, risk mitigation, exit strategies, trust, monitoring methods and due diligence *Looks at private equity and venture capital in the MENA and ASEAN regions, the UK, Europe and the USA *Case studies are accompanied by questions appropriate for classroom discussion or assignments

About the Author
Dr. Fara Madehah holds a PhD from Durham University, UK in the field of Islamic Banking and Finance. She studied her MBA specializing in Finance at the International Islamic University of Malaysia. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University, USA majoring in Finance. She is currently the Chief Financial Officer for Global Consultancy for Sustainable Development Ltd. She had published articles and book reviews in Review of Islamic Economics, Malaysian Management Review, The Journal of Muamalat and Islamic Finance Research.


Book Information
ISBN 9780748640485
Author Fara Madehah Ahmad Farid
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Edinburgh University Press
Publisher Edinburgh University Press
Weight(grams) 249g