Halal Science Curriculum and Research: Development among Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Countries

Abstract

The global halal industry is estimated to be worth around USD 2.3 trillion based on the needs and preferences of the 1.7 billion Muslim consumers worldwide. It makes the global halal market as a powerful commercial arena and vitally important emerging sector. In order to compete in this challenging field, the roles of education and research should not be overlooked. Therefore, this study embarked on the importance of halal science curriculum and research in catering the development of halal global market among Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries. Attention given to the roles of halal certification authorised bodies in establishing a standard procedure for application purpose followed by the development of potential human resources through halal curriculum in the selected OIC countries. In addition, current progress of halal research among OIC countries especially in the use of scientific methods for halal authentication and the roles of halal centres are discussed in details. The progress of halal education and research among OIC countries can be a vital driving force to trigger the revolution of halal landscape in the near future.