South Tangerang, - The Student Executive Board (DEMA) of the Faculty of Adab and Humanities (FAH) successfully held a seminar entitled “Building a Future through Sharia Investment: The First Step for Students Towards Financial Freedom” on Friday, October 4, 2024 at Abdul Ghani Theater, 5th floor of FAH. The event took place from 13.00 to 17.00 WIB, presenting three expert speakers from various investment fields who shared insights on the importance of sharia investment in the capital market. The seminar was moderated by Muhammad Faisal and attended by students, lecturers, and invited guests.

In his opening remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Adab and Humanities, Dr. Ade Abdul Hak, S.Ag., S.S., M.Hum., CIQnR, emphasized that this seminar is a very important first step for students to understand the world of investment, especially in the Islamic capital market. Dr. Ade also said that this event is very interesting as learning for all of us in understanding the world of capital markets and also emphasized that investment is not only about financial gain, but also an “investment in knowledge” which is very important for developing financial management skills in facing the future.  Even if we don't come from an economics major, understanding the capital market is very useful. By having this knowledge, we can compete with people from outside. This is called financial literacy. Just like other literacies, we also need to master financial literacy,” he added.

After the Dean's remarks, the event continued with presentations from three speakers who discussed various aspects of investment in the Islamic capital market.

Arjuna Yuhansa R.P., from the Sharia Capital Market Division of the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), started the session with material entitled “Investment in the Capital Market”. He explained the basics of investment, which is defined as all activities that utilize time, money, or energy with the aim of gaining profits in the future. Arjuna explained two types of investment, namely real investment (such as property, land, gold) and financial investment (stocks).

Arjuna also highlighted the importance of investing, especially in the face of inflation and rising living costs that are not always accompanied by an increase in income. He introduced the concept of the Islamic capital market, which is a place for parties who need funds and parties who have more funds to conduct transactions based on sharia principles. He also explained the role of the IDX as the organizer and supervisor of the securities listing system and the development of the Islamic capital market.

Budi Santoso RTA, CRA, AWP then continued with the material entitled “Warna-warni Mahasiswa Paham Investasi”. In his presentation, Budi emphasized that students are at an important time to start investing, because the age of 0-25 years is a period of preparation for the future. He emphasized that investment can form good habits, increase the spirit of learning, and prepare students to live a more financially organized life.

Budi also introduced the concept of VITALS, which stands for Value, Interest, Temperament, Around the clock, Life missions and Meaningful goals, and Strength. These six attitudes are considered important for students to understand and apply proper investment principles.

The last session was delivered by Muhammad Fachrizal with material entitled “How to Choose Stocks and Start Investing”. Fachrizal explained two approaches to analyzing stocks: technical analysis and fundamental analysis. Technical analysis focuses on using stock charts for short-term investment decisions, while fundamental analysis evaluates a company's financial condition for long-term investments.

Fachrizal also provides guidance on practical steps in choosing good stocks. Starting with understanding the company's business model, reviewing financial statements, using financial ratios, to assessing the industry conditions in which the company is located.

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