Dr. Mohammed Abdul Hamid Farhan serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Dr. Abdulla Al Abri Advocates and Legal Consultants, bringing over 21 years of distinguished experience in Islamic banking, finance, and economic advisory services to the firm. As an internationally recognized expert in Islamic financial systems, Dr. Farhan plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s specialized Islamic Banking Advisory services, making him an indispensable pillar of the firm’s professional offerings.

His extensive academic and practical background, including his tenure as Associate Professor at Taiz University and Head of Banking Management at the Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, uniquely positions him at the intersection of legal consultancy and financial expertise. His profound knowledge in bank restructuring, legislative drafting, and economic governance significantly enhances the firm’s ability to provide clients with comprehensive solutions tailored to the complexities of Islamic finance and banking law.

Dr. Farhan’s advisory role extends beyond academia and consultancy; he has actively contributed to national banking reforms and anti-corruption initiatives in Yemen, demonstrating a deep commitment to financial integrity and regulatory excellence. Within the firm, he leads the Islamic Banking Advisory division, delivering strategic guidance on Sharia-compliant financial products, Sukuk structuring, regulatory compliance, and governance frameworks that align with both Islamic principles and Omani law.

His unique combination of academic rigor, legislative expertise, and practical advisory experience ensures that Dr. Farhan not only elevates the firm’s service portfolio but also fortifies its position as a trusted partner for clients seeking sophisticated Islamic financial and legal advisory services.

Education

• PhD in Economics and Islamic Banking – Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan – 2008
• Master’s in Finance and Banking (Islamic Banking specialization) – Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Amman, Jordan – 2004
• Bachelor’s in Accounting – University of Science and Technology, Yemen – 2000

Professional Experience

• Associate Professor of Finance and Banking – Taiz University, Yemen (until 2012)
• Financial and Economic Advisor – Yemeni Parliament (2020)
• Head of Banking Management Department – Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Sana’a, Yemen (2009–2019)
• Consultant & Expert in Bank Restructuring (Islamic Sector) – Cooperative and Agricultural Credit Bank, Sana’a (2009–2011)
• Head of Banking Policy and Affairs Department – Central Bank of Yemen, Sana’a (2008–2009)
• Financial Director – Small Enterprise Development Fund, Taiz (2000–2002)
• Teaching Assistant – University of Science and Technology, Taiz Branch (2000–2001)

Specializations

• Islamic Banking and Finance
• Bank Restructuring and Policy Development
• Financial and Economic Advisory
• Anti-Corruption in Public Finance
• Academic Supervision and Scientific Research
• Legislative Drafting (Privatization, Zakat, Public Fund Protection)
• Training and Capacity Building in Islamic Finance
• Monetary and Fiscal Policy Analysis

Professional Expertise & Activities

• Advisor and consultant to Yemeni parliamentary committees on corruption investigations (2021, 2023)
• Contributor to drafting Yemen’s Privatization and Public Funds Protection Laws
• Lead in establishing Master’s Program in Banking Management at Arab Academy, Sana’a
• Contributor and supervisor of grassroots corruption monitoring committees in Yemeni governorates
• Certified trainer in Islamic Finance (Sukuk, Banking Fundamentals)
• Evaluator for academic finance and banking programs in Yemeni universities
• Extensive academic teaching in graduate and undergraduate banking and finance courses
• Published numerous research papers on banking governance, monetary policy, and Islamic finance
• Participated in development and restructuring projects for the Islamic banking sector in Yemen

Publications & Research Highlights

• Electronic Banking and Its Practical Applications (Joint author), Dar Al-Hamed, Amman, Jordan, 2019
• Zakat Institutions and Their Economic Role – Dar Al-Hamed, Amman, 2009
• Research on factors affecting mobile banking adoption in Yemen, Journal of Queen Arwa University, 2017
• Studies on monetary policy effectiveness, tax system analysis, and governance in Islamic banks
• Professional studies for Yemeni official bodies on Islamic finance and public finance
• Working papers on legislative structure development for Zakat and privatization policies

Training & Professional Development

• Shari’a Supervision and Auditing – Islamic Research and Training Institute, Jeddah, 2010
• Islamic Sukuk and Contemporary Applications – Islamic Research and Training Institute, Jeddah, 2010
• Banking Risk Management Course – Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, Sana’a, 2009
• Islamic Banking Accounting – Jordan Islamic Bank, Amman, 2004
• Multiple workshops and conferences on finance, banking, and quality management

Media, Lectures & Seminars

• Contributor to specialized financial and banking media programs locally and regionally
• Speaker at national and international academic and professional conferences
• Certified trainer delivering workshops on Islamic finance and banking ethics
• Advisor and presenter for parliamentary and public forums on economic reform and anti-corruption