Academic Qualifications

• PhD in Usuluddin & Philosophy (2015–2019), National University of Malaysia (UKM); Research: Konsep Mukasyafah Dalam Kitab Tafsir Sheikh Abdul Qadir Al-Jailani
• Master’s in Al-Quran & Al-Sunnah (2010–2014), UKM; Thesis: Takhrij Hadith in Kitab Bisharat al-Amilin
• Bachelor’s in Shariah Islamiah (2006–2009), University of Al-Aqidah, Jakarta
• Diploma in Islamic Studies (1992–1996), Institute of Islamic Studies Muassasah Uthmaniah, Istanbul

Expertise in Halal Industry & Shariah Compliance

• Shariah Advisory Roles
  • Advised Al-Mahabbah Association on Halal-compliant Takaful products
  • Subject-matter expert for the Irsyad Fatwa Council (Negeri Sembilan), training religious teachers in Hadith and Aqīdah
• Corporate Training & Ethical Governance
  • Designed Islamic supervisory programs for Petronas, KTMB, and Celcom
  • Developed Tawhīdīc Management modules under Pearl Mentor Sdn. Bhd.
• Community & Education Initiatives
  • Founded Al Badar Academy for Quranic literacy
  • Led Yayasan ITMAM, offering Halal-focused rehabilitation programs
• Publications
  • Kitab FIQH Ringkas (2020)
  • 40 Hadis Sahih tentang Akidah (2022)

Media Engagement

Since 2023, Dr. Shamsul serves as Content Developer and Presenter for TV Al Hijrah’s Tadabbur Al Quran 114, delivering in-depth tafsir of all 114 surahs, integrating Hadith, Fiqh, and practical Halal-lifestyle insights for a broad Malaysian audience.

Community Contributions

• Trained Prison Department officers and single mothers in Quranic education
• Collaborated with PERKIM to guide new Muslims on Halal practices