About CIEA

About CIEA

Discover our story, mission, and commitment to advancing Islamic economics across Australia and beyond.

About CIEA

About CIEA

The Centre for Islamic Economics Australia (CIEA) bridges traditional Islamic economic principles with modern financial innovation. Founded in Perth in 2018, we provide research, advisory services, and education in Islamic finance and digital economics.

Our work spans classical Shariah compliance frameworks, contract design and product structuring, serving clients across the globe who seek authentic Islamic financial solutions.

Research Focus
Islamic Digital Economics
Shariah Compliance Frameworks
Sustainable Finance
Advisory Services
Financial Product Structuring
Regulatory Compliance
Contract Design & Review
Modern Financial Analytics
Our Journey

Key milestones in advancing Islamic economics

2018
CIEA Founded in Perth
Established to advance Islamic economics research and education in Australia
2019
Research Publications Launch
Began publishing research on Islamic finance and economics
2021
Advisory Services Expansion
Extended consultancy services to Islamic finance sector across the globe
2023
Agri-Business Advisory
Launched Islamic agricultural finance and sustainability solutions
2024
Shariah Certification Practice
Formalised our endorsement, certification and audit workflow under the guidance of leading Shariah scholars
2025
Digital Economy Alignment
Full integration with global Islamic digital economy infrastructure
Mission & Values

Grounded in Islamic principles, focused on practical solutions

Our Mission

To bridge traditional Islamic economic principles with modern financial innovation, providing authentic Shariah-compliant solutions for the digital economy whilst serving Muslim communities across the globe.

Shariah Compliance Research
Digital Finance
Educational Excellence
Community Development

Our Vision

To become a leading authority in Islamic digital economics, catalysing sustainable economic growth through heritage-honouring yet forward-looking financial solutions.

Our Values

Scholarly Integrity

Rigorous research grounded in authentic Islamic scholarship and contemporary financial expertise

Innovation with Purpose

Embracing advancement whilst maintaining strict adherence to Shariah principles

Community Service

Dedicated to supporting Muslim communities through accessible financial education and solutions

Ethical Leadership

Setting standards for ethical conduct in Islamic finance research and practice

Our Team

The people behind CIEA's research and advisory work

Shaykh Shabir Moosa
Shaykh Shabir Moosa
Founder & Director

Islamic finance scholar specialising in Shariah compliance, contract design and certification

Infrastructure

Building the foundations of Islamic financial systems

Our research and development focuses on creating robust frameworks that support authentic Islamic financial products and services in the modern economy.

Digital Compliance Framework

Advanced protocols ensuring complete Shariah compliance in digital financial transactions

Contract Execution Systems

Workflow and documentation systems that keep Shariah contracts executing the way they were structured

Community Benefit

Accessible financial services designed to benefit and strengthen Muslim communities

Key Achievements

Milestones in advancing Islamic economics research and practice

Research & Publications

Academic Research

Contributing to Islamic finance scholarship through rigorous research and publications

Knowledge Sharing

Advancing understanding of Islamic economics through educational content and professional development

Policy Development

Contributing expertise to Australian Islamic finance framework development and regulatory discussions

Professional Network

Academic Collaborations

Working with universities and research institutions across Australia and internationally

Industry Partnerships

Collaborating with Islamic financial institutions and fintech companies

Regulatory Engagement

Participating in policy discussions with Australian financial regulators