Reimagining HigherEd

Professor Ciarán Ó Catháin, CEO, Bahrain Polytechnic

August 7, 2026·51 min
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"What are we building the future of our students on? Is it on a solid foundation or is it on a deck of cards that can fall at any change in the wind?" In this latest episode, Professor Ciarán Ó Catháin, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Polytechnic, joins host Dr. Ashraf Mahate to explore how universities can uphold academic integrity and degree value through critical thinking, responsible AI integration, and strong industry partnerships. Highlighting his "3 Cs" framework, Prof. Ó Catháin details a practical model for linking education with industry, giving graduates both the immediate job-ready skills and long-term career adaptability to thrive.

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