Development and validation of indicators for the Islamic Affairs Management Index in Malaysia: A Fuzzy Delphi Method approach

Mohd Ikhwan Izzat Zulkefli, Mohd Nuri Al-Amin Endut, Muhammad Ridhuan Tony Lim Abdullah, Farrah Ilyani Che Jamaludin, Syaaibah Zulkipli

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Malaysia is a nation distinguished by its ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity. Despite this diversity, Islam is recognized as the official religion and significantly influences various dimensions of the lives of Muslims, spanning from personal matters to governmental structures.  Institutions responsible for Islamic affairs were established to supervise religious matters and protect the rights and interests of Muslims. However, the current state of Islamic affairs management remains ambiguous, highlighting the need for a comprehensive assessment tool. Therefore, the objective of this study is to identify a set of indicators for the Islamic Affairs Management Index in Malaysia. The Fuzzy Delphi Method (FDM) was utilized to select and validate the most important indicators for inclusion in the index. The identification of these indicators was based on the input of twelve (12) experts, including policy makers, policy executers, academics, and representatives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The results indicated that, out of 40 proposed indicators, 37 met the FDM criteria and were accepted for incorporation into the index. This index serves as a tool for relevant stakeholders to assess the current performance of Islamic affairs management, thereby facilitating informed improvements in policymaking and strategic planning. Overall, this study employed the FDM to guide the decision-making process in the selection and validation of the most critical indicators for the Malaysian Islamic Affairs Index.

 

Keywords: Indicators, Islamic Affairs Management Index, expert consensus, Fuzzy Delphi Method, Malaysia


Keywords


Indicators, Islamic Affairs Management Index, expert consensus, Fuzzy Delphi Method, Malaysia

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