Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang - Indonesia
An Islamic perspective on decision making under uncertainty
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to find out the Islamic view regarding decision making in uncertainty.
Method – The method used is literature study from various related references.
Result – The result of this study is that uncertainty or risk is not something that is forbidden in Islam.
Implication – The implication of this study is the advantage of Islamic economics which lies in recognizing this uncertainty. Very useful as a stimulant and motivation to "engineer" an investment to bring a return.
Originality – This is the first study examining an Islamic perspective on decision making under uncertainty.
Keywords: Decision making, uncertainty, Islam
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