Who's Who in the Malaysian Education Industry
Professor Mushtak Al-Atabi
Provost and CEO
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
Professor Mushtak Al-Atabi?is currently the Provost and CEO at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. His research interests include thermofluids, renewable energy,?biomechanical engineering, engineering education, positive education and academic leadership.
Professor Al-Atabi published three books, “,” “” and “” and he has numerous research publications, awards and honours. He delivered two TEDx Talks, “” and “”.
He is a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (FIMechE), a member of the Executive Board of Vice Chancellors’ Council for Private Universities Malaysia and a Director at the British Malaysia Chamber of Commerce.
Professor Al-Atabi is an innovative educator who believes that the main goal of education is to mobilise an individual’s purpose into positive impact on the world. He pioneered Purpose-Led Education, CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement, Operate) methodology and delivered the first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) in Malaysia.
Professor Al-Atabi is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and trainer. He trains executives from Multinational Corporations including banks, energy companies as well as universities. His impact statement reads “I am a storyteller. My purpose is to inspire others to tell more empowering stories about themselves and the world we live in.”
