Selected Proceedings from the 1st International Conference on Contemporary Islamic Studies (ICIS 2021) [Hardcover]

This book collates selective outputs from the 1st International Conference on Contemporary Islamic Studies, focusing on interdisciplinary research that is relevant and timely. One of the most vital areas for national development in Malaysia, and other parts of the Muslim world, is the field of Islamic studies. With a selection of regional and international contributions, the volume covers several topics, including Zakat, Wakaf, Islamic philanthropy, Islamic Turath, Islamic astronomy, Islamic texts - both ancient and modern - Halal, the Muslim family, fiqh, and Islamic finance. Cutting across both academia and religious practice, the book seeks to demarcate various aspects within Islamic law and culture, in the context of the IR 4.0 era. It is relevant to students and researchers working within the interdisciplinary landscape of Islamic studies, from Asia to beyond.

1. A Study on Halal Certification Procedure: Progressive Transition Towards Halal Pharmaceutical Products in Malaysia and Indonesia.- 2. Customers Att1tude, Knowledge, and Awareness Towards the Importance of Halal and Non-Halal Product Segregat1on at The Reta1l Shop in Shah Alam.- 3. Halal Brand1ng Issues in Food Industry based on Brand Elements.- 4. Religiosity strengthens the relationship between brand recognition and buying intention toward halal personal care and cosmetic products.- 5. The Application of Al-Wara (Abstinence) In the Halal Supply Management: A Spiritual Approach.- 6. An Analysis on Prayer Room Design in Shopping Complexes: Significance and Function of Ablution Area.

Nur Nafhatun Md Shariff obtained her first degree from Academy of Islamic Studies majoring in Islamic Astronomy. Then, she furthered her masters and Ph.D. at Faculty of Science, the University of Malaya. She is currently Associate Professor at Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies (ACIS), UnlƒL