Dr. Ali Shykhon is a distinguished consultant in financial and administrative development, and a faculty member at renowned institutions, including Al-Azhar University, Umm Al-Qura University, and Mardin Artuklu University. Holding a PhD from Al-Azhar University, he bridges academic excellence with professional expertise to drive institutional growth.
Area of Excellence
Core Competencies
Dr. Ali Shykhon is uniquely positioned at the intersection of deep practical experience and specialized academic expertise across four key disciplines:
• Accounting
• Management
• Islamic Economics
• Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence (Fiqh al-Mu`āmalāt)
Meet Dr. Ali Sheikhoun
Dr. Ali Shykhon is a distinguished consultant in financial and administrative development, and a faculty member at renowned institutions, including Al-Azhar University, Umm Al-Qura University, and Mardin Artuklu University. Holding a PhD from Al-Azhar University, he bridges academic excellence with professional expertise to drive institutional growth.
Area of Excellence
Dr. Ali Shykhon is uniquely positioned at the intersection of deep practical experience and specialized academic expertise across four key disciplines: Accounting, Management, Islamic Economics, and Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence (Fiqh al-Mu`āmalāt). This multidimensional background enables him to deliver integrated financial and accounting solutions that harmonize international standards with Shariah principles. With a proven track record in feasibility studies, corporate governance, and institutional restructuring, Dr. Shykhon provides high-level consultancy and advanced training. Specializing in robust financial systems, he develops regulations designed to drive growth and maximize operational efficiency.
First: Academic & Professional Qualifications
- PhD in Accounting, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt. Dissertation: “A Proposed System for Foreign Exchange Accounting in Islamic Thought.”
- Master’s Degree in Cost Accounting (2004), Suez Canal University, Egypt. Thesis: “A Proposed Environmental Cost Accounting System for Control and Decision-Making Rationalization.”
- Bachelor’s degree in commerce (Accounting), 1990, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
- Fellowship of the Arab Society of Certified Accountants (ASCA), Membership No. 1856.
- Fellowship of Equity College, London, UK.
- Diploma in International Arbitration and Contracts, International Youth Mediation Union.
- Professional Certification in Strategic Planning, KPIs, Control, and Performance Evaluation, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah.
- PhD Candidate in Business Administration (DBA) – In Progress.
Second: Professional Experience
1) Key Positions & Assignments:
- Financial Consultant to multiple accounting, auditing, and assurance firms (Doha, Qatar).
- Certified Financial & Administrative Trainer for prominent organizations and institutions across the Arab world.
- Former Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Wafaa Waqf, Istanbul, Türkiye.
- Accredited Arbitrator at the Qatar International Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA).
- Judge at the International Court for Dispute Resolution (INCODIR), London, UK.
- Academic Leadership Roles at the Community College, Umm Al-Qura University (Makkah) – Formerly (Curriculum Committee Head, Examination Committee Head, Development & Quality Committee Head, and multiple accreditation/KPI committee memberships).
- Accredited Program Reviewer & Evaluator for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs at Saudi universities.
- Chairman of the Scientific Committee for the International Conference: “Strategies for Addressing Inflation Challenges,” International Planning Association (EBIAD), Istanbul, Türkiye.
2) Academic & University Teaching Experience:
Delivered core and advanced curricula at various Arab and Islamic universities within Departments of Financial and Administrative Sciences, including: Accounting (Financial, Cost, Managerial, Specialized Systems), Economics & Finance (Islamic Economics, Fiqh al-Mu`āmalāt), and Management (General Management and Administrative Sciences).
3) Research & Scholarly Experience:
- Active participation in 20+ academic conferences and seminars specializing in Islamic Economics.
- Academic review and summarization of 30+ Master’s and Doctoral dissertations in Islamic Economics.
- Editorial Secretary of the Journal of the Islamic Economics Center at Al-Azhar University (peer-reviewed).
- Curriculum development contributions for Islamic Economics programs (Islamic University of Madinah).
- Executive supervision of research activities and projects: Bibliography of Islamic Economics, Economic Index of the Qur’an and Sunnah, Concise Encyclopedia of the Prophetic Sunnah.
4) Training & Consultancy Experience:
- High-level consultancy and training in accounting, finance, and management for leading organizations.
- Engagements with government/public entities (including Zakat, Tax & Customs Authority in Saudi Arabia, and the Qatar Central Bank’s Zakat & Tax Department).
- Collaboration with academic institutions such as Ibn Haldun University (Istanbul), King Khalid University (Saudi Arabia), and Qatar Finance and Business Academy.
- Advisory support for NGOs and non-profits across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Kuwait, and Morocco.
- Partnerships with professional bodies: Federation of GCC Chambers, SOCPA, and Qatari Association of CPAs.
5) Lectures & Professional Workshops:
- Advanced lectures on Islamic banking, finance and investment, Islamic financial markets, Fiqh al-Mu`āmalāt, and Takaful.
- Specialized technical training in Zakat Accounting, Riba risk analysis, and Shariah standards (AAOIFI) and jurisprudential resolutions.
- Interactive workshops on Islamic financing instruments and financial management for youth-led organizations.
6) Commercial & Social Arbitration:
- Presiding arbitrator of multiple commercial tribunals (investment disputes) in Türkiye, UAE, and Qatar.
- Member of arbitration panels in Egypt, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia; Chairman of a Social Arbitration Panel in Saudi Arabia.
- Extensive advisory work in complex arbitration cases across Türkiye, Qatar, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
7) Feasibility Studies:
- Led and contributed to 15+ feasibility studies across agriculture, industry, real estate, healthcare, and e-commerce in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Algeria, Libya, Kenya, and others.
- Reviewed feasibility studies for agricultural, real estate, and healthcare projects in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye.
8) Financial Consulting, Contract Advisory & Governance:
- Prepared forensic financial reports for courts involving complex banking disputes valued in the tens of billions of US dollars.
- Drafted and structured legal and investment contracts ensuring full Shariah and legal compliance (Mushārakah, Murābaḥah, Muḍārabah, sales and acquisitions).
- Developed governance frameworks, internal regulations, policies, SOPs, and institutional manuals, including for non-profits.
- Led strategic development and planning committees for charitable organizations across multiple countries.
9) Strategic Planning:
- Chaired strategic planning committees at Umm Al-Qura University and several prominent non-profits.
- 20+ years of experience building and executing strategic/operational plans with monitoring, evaluation, and control systems.
- Led vision and strategy formulation committees to ensure alignment and sustainable growth.
Third: Publications and Research
Published Books:
- Foreign Exchange Accounting in Islamic Thought, Shoa’a Publishing House.
- Regulations and Standards of Financial Transactions and Investment in Islam, Asala Publishing, Istanbul.
- Becoming an Expert in Islamic Sukuk: From Theory to Practice (Forthcoming).
- A Proposed Environmental Cost Accounting System for Control and Decision-Making Rationalization (Master’s Thesis).
Research Papers & Conference Proceedings (selected):
- “Trade and Markets in the Holy Qur’an and Prophetic Sunnah” – Sheikh Saleh Kamel Encouragement Award.
- “Environmental Protection from an Islamic Perspective” – Sheikh Saleh Kamel Encouragement Award.
- “The Role of Islamic Accounting Standards in Mitigating the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic,” Karabük University, Türkiye.
- Additional publications on Islamic accounting standards, Sukuk, and comparative institutional studies.
Thought Leadership & Press Articles:
- “The State Ownership Policy Document: Critical Inquiries,” analytical series in various Arab newspapers.
- “Sukuk: A Potential Solution for Economic Challenges?” specialized economic series.
- “Egypt Among the Global Top Ten: An Islamic Vision for Comprehensive Economic Renaissance” (50-article series).
Fourth: Professional Certifications & Core Skills
- Certified International Trainer (IATD), advanced TOT and trainee skill development.
- Advanced training in Strategic Planning, KPIs, Total Quality Management (TQM), and Institutional Accreditation.
- Specialized legal & administrative programs in Corporate Law, Administrative Excellence, and Regulatory Compliance.
- Technical skills in financial modeling, accounting software, and digital monitoring tools.
Fifth: Social Leadership & Community Engagement
- Distinguished Student Award, Faculty of Commerce, Al-Azhar University.
- Chairman of the Board, Local Community Development Association, Giza Governorate, Egypt.
- Board Member, Union of Egyptian Commercial Professionals in Saudi Arabia.
- Chairman of the Board, Association of Egyptian Commercial Professionals in Makkah.
- Board Member, International Association of Economic Planning (EBIAD), Istanbul, Türkiye.
- Founding Member, International Federation for Economic Planning (under establishment).
- Chairman of the Supervisory Board for various Waqf and charitable organizations in Istanbul, Türkiye.
