The Muamalat Newsletter Vol. 1 2024

FEM eNewsletter | June 2024 4 From The Editor’s Desk Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh (MIG) Competition for Service Learning Malaysia – University for Society (SULAM), the launch of the ISRA Corner, industrial visit to Bursa Malaysia, faculty’s recognitions and achievements in research and partnership with other organizations and several others remarkable events. Furthermore, the publication list of faculty members during the first half of the year 2024 is also highlighted. We also provide information on the details of postgraduate academic programs and our prominent journal, the Journal of Muamalat and Islamic Finance Research (JMIFR). On behalf of the editorial’s board, we would like to thank all contributors for this edition. Deepest appreciation to all those involved in the production of this eNewsletter, including the faculty’s management and members, authors from the industry, academia and students, and specifically to the editorial’s board members. Their exceptional contributions have ensured the dissemination of valuable information and knowledge to our readers. We encourage you to dive into the richness of this issue, engage with the ideas presented, and share your thoughts with us. Your feedback is invaluable as we strive to continually enhance our content and serve you better. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of the Muamalat eNewsletter community. Together, let’s explore the power of ideas and stories to shape our understanding of the world around us. Dr. Sumaiyah Abd Aziz Mrs. Adlin Masood Dear Readers, Greetings and welcome to the 1st Edition of the Muamalat eNewsletter for the year 2024! As we embark on this new issue of Muamalat Newsletter for the year 2024 , we are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to each of you. The publication of the first edition of FEM eNewsletter 2024 offers informative and engaging articles, activity reports and updates especially from the FEMily (members of the Faculty of Economics and Muamalat), USIM. Thiseditioncompriseseightscholarlyarticles written by academics, practitioners and students covering various issues of business, along with nine reports documenting faculty activities and achievements over the past six months. To make it more interesting, this edition also includes the best three students’ posters from the 4th International Marketing Conference 2024 organized by Bachelor of Marketing (Financial Services) With Honours program on 26th June 2024. Wearegrateful for the insightful perspectives and captivating narratives we have received that span a wide range of topics from the fields of taxation, governance, halal marketing, sustainability reporting, fintech, micro entrepreneurship and managing small and medium enterprises (SMEs). These articles are expected to provide our readers with new insights and ideas. We aim not only to inform but also to inspire and challenge your thinking. Apart from that, this edition also highlights several academic and non-academic activities undertaken by the faculty, alumni, and students. These include a report on alumni reunion, Muamalat Interactive Game