ENDOWED CHAIR, ENDOWMENT & WAQF
BACKGROUND
The MPOB-UKM Endowment Chair is a collaborative initiative between the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) aimed at strengthening research, development, and knowledge dissemination related to the palm oil industry. It was officially launched on 5 July 2012. This Chair focuses on conducting high-impact research, particularly in the areas of economics, management, and sustainability, to address key issues in the palm oil sector. In addition, the MPOB-UKM Endowment Chair promotes strategic collaboration among academia, industry, and stakeholders at both national and international levels, while disseminating research findings through publications, seminars, and various engagement programmes to support the advancement of the national palm oil industry. In addition, the Chair conducts community outreach programmes involving smallholders, local communities, and youth to enhance awareness of the importance of the palm oil industry and its contribution to national economic development.
CONTACT
The Secretariat of MPOB-UKM Endowment Chair,
Faculty of Economics and Management
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor, MALAYSIA
Tel: 603 – 89213401
E-mail: kursimpobukm@ukm.edu.my
Website: https://www.ukm.my/kursimpobukm/
Associate Professor Dr. Norlin Khalid
Manager of MPOB-UKM
Mrs. Sakinah Alias
Administrative Officer
sakinahalias@ukm.edu.my
Miss Ajlaa Bazilah Mohd Taufik
Administrative Officer
ajlaabazilah@ukm.edu.my
BACKGROUND
The Memorandum of Agreement between Yayasan Tun Ismail Mohamed Ali Berdaftar and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia was made on December 18th, 2000. The establishment of the YTI Distinguished Chair in UKM, was aimed to enrich the treasure of research and publications in the fields of: investment analysis, investment performance, fund management, demographic analysis of investors, financial and investment planning analysis, which were for the benefit of national development in general.
OBJECTIVES
- Investment Analysis
- Investment performance
- Fund Management
- Demographic analysis of investors
- Financial and Investment planning analysis
CONTACT
The Secretariat of YTI Distinguished Chair
Faculty of Economics & Management,
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,
43600 UKM, Bangi Selangor, MALAYSIA
E-mail: kursiytiukm@ukm.edu.my
(attn: Mrs. Farah Dilla)
Tel: +603-89213697
Fax: +603-89251821
Website: https://www.ukm.my/yti-fepukm/
Professor Dr. Aisyah Abdul Rahman
Manager of YTI-UKM
Mrs. Siti Farah Dilla Zakaria
Administrative Officer
farahdilla@ukm.edu.my
BACKGROUND
An Endowment Fund is a strategic financial instrument established to ensure the sustainability and continuity of long-term funding for an organisation. This fund functions as a trust fund in which contributions received from individuals, corporations, or institutions are invested prudently and in accordance with Shariah principles to generate sustainable returns.
The income generated from these investments is then channelled to support various value-added initiatives such as economic development, education, research, social welfare, and community empowerment programmes. This approach enables organisations to achieve broader impact while maintaining financial integrity and long-term sustainability principles.
The Halal Economy Endowment Fund is one of the endowment funds listed under the UKM Chancellor’s Foundation as part of the university’s endowed chairs and endowment fund initiatives to support UKM’s academic activities and knowledge development.
The establishment of the Halal Economy Endowment Fund focuses on strengthening academic, intellectual, and community-related activities through capacity-building collaborations, including fundraising efforts. Its primary objective is to create an enabling environment that provides the necessary resources to expand halal economic development (commercial space), while also offering training and entrepreneurial platforms for capacity building among FEP staff and students, particularly in the field of Halal Economics.
The Halal Economy Endowment Fund serves as a key catalyst in strengthening the halal ecosystem. Through transparent, strategic, and values-based fund management grounded in Islamic principles, the fund not only supports the growth of the halal sector but also fosters a culture of social responsibility and sustainable development in line with Malaysia’s aspiration to become a global halal hub.
CONTACT
The Secretariat of DEEH
Faculty of Economics & Management,
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,
43600 UKM, Bangi Selangor, MALAYSIA
E-mail: syafirulzarif@ukm.edu.my
Dr. Suhaili Alma’amun
Manager of DEEH
Mr. Mohammad Syafirul Zarif Saleh Hudin
Administrative Officer
syafirulzarif@ukm.edu.my
BACKGROUND
The Centre for Advancement of Social Business (CASB) was established in late 2011 under the supervision of UKM–CESMED. With the objective of developing social business models in Malaysia, CASB planned and implemented several related activities. However, these activities did not achieve optimal returns due to certain constraints, including: (1) limited internal resources in terms of financial capacity and human capital; and (2) limited direct engagement between CASB and its stakeholders.
Recognising the true potential of CASB, the university management acknowledged the need for improvements in management and strategic approaches. The rebranding of CASB as YCSB@UKM under the supervision of FEP is believed to enhance the full potential of social business models in Malaysia through two main pillars: stakeholder engagement and collaboration, as well as strong commitment in human capital and staffing.
OBJECTIVES
The main activity planning of YCSB@UKM aims to enhance the profile of the centre and the university, while also generating financial sustainability for the centre. These efforts focus on four main areas:
Building and promoting awareness of social business within the community through promotional programmes, educational initiatives, roadshows, and networking activities.
Providing development and training programmes in social business for the community.
Conducting research, including studies on social development through business, community needs assessments, and impact evaluations of social business on communities.
Implementing income-generating programmes and institutional development initiatives for YCSB@UKM.
The centre is responsible for promoting and encouraging social business in Malaysia. It also serves as a provider of expert advisory services to government agencies, private organisations, and individuals interested in establishing and operating social businesses in Malaysia.
CONTACT
The Secretariat of YCSB@UKM
Faculty of Economics & Management,
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,
43600 UKM, Bangi Selangor, MALAYSIA
E-mail: yunusukm@ukm.edu.my
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/yunuscentre
forsocialbusinessukm/
Dr. Ahmad Monir Abdullah
Head of YCSB@UKM
ahmadmonirabdullah@ukm.edu.my
BACKGROUND
The Khidmat Budi Waqf Fund (DWKB) is an initiative established by the Faculty of Economics and Management (FEP), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), driven by the Khidmat Budi Committee.
The Fund aims to mobilize cash waqf contributions to empower impactful welfare, developmental, and educational initiatives. Grounded in holistic community advancement, every project under the Fund is designed to foster economic stability, health and wellbeing, social empowerment, and educational excellence, bridging the fields of Science and Technology as well as Human Sciences.
This initiative is specifically dedicated to uplifting students, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and Indigenous communities (Orang Asli).
CORE STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS
To maximize sustainable impact, the DWKB operates across four main pillars:
- Policy and Governance: Informing sound policy development and ethical governance frameworks.
- Wealth Creation: Generating sustainable economic opportunities and financial resilience.
- Sustainability via New Technologies: Driving lasting growth through technology adaptation.
- Community and Public Outreach: Building meaningful connections with the public, local communities, and alumni.
CONTACT
Secretariat of DWKB
Faculty of Economics & Management,
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,
43600 UKM, Bangi Selangor, MALAYSIA
E-mail: syafirulzarif@ukm.edu.my
Mr. Mohammad Syafirul Zarif Saleh Hudin
Administrative Officer
syafirulzarif@ukm.edu.my
MPOB - UKM
MALAYSIA PALM OIL BOARD @ UKM
YTI- UKM
YAYASAN TUN ISMAIL ALI @ UKM
YCSB @ UKM
YUNUS CENTRE SOCIAL BUSINESS @ UKM
DEEH
DANA ENDOWMEN EKONOMI HALAL
DWKB
DANA WAKAF KHIDMAT BUDI