Shari'ah Compliant Private Equity and Islamic Venture Capital

Author Approved Edinburgh Guides to Islamic Finance Series Editor: Rodney Wilson Edinburgh Guides to Islamic Finance is a series of short guides to key areas in Islamic finance, offering an independent academic perspective and a critical treatment. Shari'ah Compliant Private Equity and Islamic Venture Capital Fara Madehah Ahmad Farid This is a theoretical and practical guide to understanding 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 Fara Madehah Ahmad Farid has completed a PhD in Islamic Banking and Finance and is Chief Financial Officer at the Global Consultancy for Sustainable Development Ltd.