University of Bahrain – Institutional Transformation
Case Study 1
University of Bahrain – Institutional Transformation
- Institution/Country : University of Bahrain, Kingdom of Bahrai
- Time Frame: 2016–2019
Background & Context
Faced with low research productivity, limited global partnerships, and outdated programs, the university aimed to enhance its academic performance, financial sustainability, and regional reputation.
Objectives
To significantly improve research output, graduate employment rates, revenue, and regional ranking; establish strong international and industry partnerships; and drive organizational innovation.
Key Interventions
- Strategic planning and systems redesign
- Implementation of real-time data systems
- Change management and distributed leadership
- Over 20 new academic programs and dual awards with international universities
- International research partnerships and student recruitment
- Industry collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Outcomes & Impact
- 300% increase in Scopus-indexed research output
- 27% increase in graduate employability
- 31% growth in revenue
- QS Arab Region Ranking improved from 64 to 22
- 78% growth in international student recruitment
Enablers of Success
Clear strategic vision, leadership commitment, adaptive data systems, and value-creating international and industry partnerships.
Cameron Mirza, University of Bahrain | AWSPS Summit Bahrain 2019