Dr. Mufti Syed Ayaz Shah

Islamic Intellectual & Academic Luminary

With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, Mufti Dr. Syed Ayaz Shah is an accomplished scholar and practitioner in both Islamic and contemporary management sciences. His extensive academic background and professional expertise make him a distinguished figure in education, corporate consultancy, and Islamic finance.

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ABOUT ME

Greetings! I am Mufti Dr. Syed Ayaz Shah, a dedicated scholar and consultant blending Islamic knowledge with modern management and finance practices.

I aim to serve with sincerity wherever Allah grants the opportunity.

Throughout my 25-year career, I’ve collaborated on a wide range of educational, corporate, and financial initiatives—partnering with universities, consultancy firms, and Islamic finance institutions to apply my dual expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and modern management sciences.

I specialize in curriculum development, Shariah-compliant financial structuring, and leadership coaching, always striving to integrate ethical principles with practical strategies for sustainable growth. I believe that true impact comes from marrying time-honored traditions with innovative solutions that serve today’s global communities.

My journey as a scholar-practitioner is rooted in lifelong learning and a passion for blending faith-based values with modern management. Whether delivering lectures or leading consultancies, I ensure each project is guided by deep knowledge and practical insight.

My Journey

A Life Transformed — Choosing Eternal Purpose Over Worldly Success

Corporate Rise

Early Career in Business & Global Management

Achieved rapid success across hospitality and luxury retail sectors in Pakistan, UAE, and the UK. Held senior roles, earned an MBA in Marketing, and completed studies at Cambridge University—yet felt something essential was missing.

Wake-Up Call

Life-Changing Incident Sparks Reflection

A close friend’s fatal accident prompted deep soul-searching. Confronted with life’s fragility, I realized the emptiness of worldly success and turned toward seeking deeper spiritual and eternal fulfillment through Islam.

Path to Deen

A New Beginning at Jamia Tur Rasheed

Left my corporate career to enroll at Jamia Tur Rasheed in Karachi. Embraced the Aalim path to deepen my Islamic knowledge and devoted myself fully to a life of religious scholarship and ethical leadership.

Educator & Scholar

Teaching Fiqh, Tafsir, and Modern Disciplines

Spent over a decade teaching core Islamic subjects including Fiqh and Tafsir at Jamia Tur Rasheed. Simultaneously taught in top Karachi universities while completing a Ph.D. and MBA in Islamic Banking & Finance.

Global Expansion

Serving Islamic Education Across Borders

In 2022, entrusted to expand Jamia Tur Rasheed’s educational model to North America. Began advising institutions in Canada and the U.S., working to merge classical Islamic tradition with modern academic excellence.

Academy Launch

Establishing Islamic Academy of Sask

Founded The Islamic Academy of Sask in Saskatchewan, Canada—reviving a holistic, value-based curriculum rooted in Islamic tradition and global best practices for the next generation of leaders.

Continuing Legacy

Service. Sincerity. Impact.

The journey continues with sincere dedication to Islamic education, ethical leadership, and impactful global service—striving to inspire others and wholeheartedly fulfill the responsibility entrusted by Allah (SWT).

MY PROFILE

I am an esteemed scholar and practitioner with over 25 years of experience in both Islamic studies and contemporary management.

My Experiences

2014 - now

Managing Director

Islamic Academy of Saskatchewan, Canada (IASC)

2010 - 2014

Policy Advisor

Darul Uloom, New York

2010 - 2014

Associate Professor

Al Ghazali University

2010 - 2014

Director, Public Relations & External Affairs

Jamia tur Rasheed Karachi

2010 - 2014

Executive Director

Majlis-e-Ilmi Society

2010 - 2014

Head of Marketing

Shariah and Business Weekly

2010 - 2014

Financial Consultant

E-Valuation and Property Solutions, London

2010 - 2014

Faculty Member

PAF KIET

2010 - 2014

Brand Manager (Watches & Jewellery)

Paris Gallery, UAE

2010 - 2014

Night Auditor

Intercontinental Hotels Group, UAE

My Education

2004 - 2008

PhD

Islamic Studies from University of Karachi

2004 - 2008

Masters in Islamic Studies

from University of Peshawar

2004 - 2008

MBA in Islamic Banking & Finance

CIBES Karachi

2004 - 2008

MBA in Marketing

IMS Peshawar University

2004 - 2008

Post Graduation in General Management

University of Cambridge UK

2004 - 2008

Aalim & Mufti Courses

Jamia tur Rasheed & Jamia Arabia Karachi

Areas of Expertise

Islamic Jurisprudence

1 %

Qur’anic Tafseer

1 %

Shariah-Compliant

1 %

Business Management

1 %

Public Relations

1 %

Academic Research

1 %

Curriculum Development

1 %

Corporate Training

Recent Projects

Impactful Projects Bridging Faith, Education, Finance, and Leadership Excellence

Explore a selection of projects led by Mufti Dr. Syed Ayaz Shah, uniting Islamic scholarship with modern management, empowering institutions, guiding ethical finance, and nurturing leadership grounded in timeless values.

Islamic Academy of Saskatchewan, Canada

Core Of Hope, USA

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Years of Experience

Positions Held

Degrees Acquired

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Countries Impacted

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Lectures Delivered

Publications Authored

Knowledge is a light that illuminates the path of truth. Through the teachings of Islam, we seek to serve humanity with integrity, uphold justice, and fulfill the divine purpose in all our endeavors.

Dr. Mufti Syed Ayaz Shah

True success lies not in what we possess, but in how we live with purpose, guided by faith, integrity, and a sincere intention to benefit others for the sake of Allah.

Dr. Mufti Syed Ayaz Shah

When knowledge is rooted in sincerity and action, it transforms hearts, uplifts communities, and becomes a lasting legacy in both this world and the hereafter.