CHAIRMAN BIO
Prof. Mushtak Al-Atabi
Provost & Chief Executive Officer
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia
I am a storyteller. My purpose is to inspire others to tell more empowering stories about themselves and the world we live in.
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, “Shoot the Boss,” “Think Like an Engineer” and “Driving Performance” and he has numerous research publications, awards and honours. He delivered two TEDx Talks, “Engineering the Language of Success” and “Storytelling and Engineering a Lasting Change”
He is a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (FIMechE), Chairman of the Vice Chancellors’ Council for Private Universities Malaysia (VCCPU) and a member of the Board of Directors at the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC).
Professor Al-Atabi is an innovative educator who believes that the main goal of education is to mobilise an individual’s purpose into a 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.