SDG 4: Quality Education

Ahlia University actively hosts events open to the general public, including both executive education programs and vocational training sessions. These opportunities are offered on an ad hoc basis (one-off workshops or events) as well as through programmed series (regular or recurring initiatives). Below is an overview of the types of public events Ahlia University organizes, with examples.

Executive Education Programs and Workshops

Ahlia University offers short courses and executive workshops for professionals and community members outside its regular degree programs. For instance, in partnership with the World Association for Sustainable Development (WASD), Ahlia runs regular training workshops on key topics in business and leadership. Examples include an "Executive Leadership and Performance Improvement in the Public and Private Sectors" workshop and a "Global Business Environment and Entrepreneurship" program — both open to participants beyond the student body.

These executive education sessions are designed as continuing education opportunities, targeting working professionals and lifelong learners with practical skills and up-to-date knowledge. They are often scheduled as intensive short courses or seminar series, making them accessible to the broader community (not just enrolled students). Ahlia's Professional Development Unit and various colleges frequently organize such professional seminars to support career development and academic growth.

Collaborative Research for Academic Growth: Building and Leading Research Groups

The Professional Development Unit invited the Academic Staff to attend professional development workshop on 'Collaborative Research for Academic Growth: Building and Leading Research Groups' on Wednesday, 28th of October 2024, at 12:00 PM in Seminar Room.

This workshop is designed to help faculty members and researchers develop the skills and strategies necessary to establish and lead effective research groups. Attendees will learn about the key components of successful research groups, mentorship opportunities, and how to foster collaboration both within and outside their institutions. Join us as we explore ways to enhance research productivity, promote academic networking, and cultivate a research-driven culture in the university.

• Key elements of a successful research group
• Mentorship opportunities for junior faculty and students
• Identifying potential collaborators (within and outside the institution)
• Collaborative publications and co-authorship
• Promoting research through conferences, symposia, and academic networks
• Building a Research Culture in the University

Speaker:
Prof. Mahmoud Abdelat
Dean of College of Graduate Studies & Research.

Vocational and Skill-Development Training

Beyond formal academics, Ahlia University provides vocational training and skill-development workshops that are open to the general public. These are practical training sessions intended to build specific skills for employment or personal development.

Free training workshops for all interested in Arabic calligraphy

The Chairman of the Community Service Committee at Al-Ahliyya University, Prof. Fouad Shehab, called on the students and graduates of the University and the general public to pre-register in the free training workshops in the field of Arabic calligraphy, which will be held by the University within the activities of the first forum of the National University for Arabic Calligraphy.

Shehab said that the door to participate in the training workshops is open to all students and members of the university, as well as to all members of the community interested in the art of calligraphy and wishing to acquire professional skills in this field, noting that there are two workshops for beginners that provide an introduction to the art of Arabic calligraphy in terms of its origins and history, and everything related to calligraphy from artists, paintings and tools, and also provide an introduction to the calligrapher's pen types, forms, features of each type and places of use.

He added: "We will also offer two professional workshops targeting amateurs and professionals in the art of calligraphy, the first to introduce calligraphers to how to complete paintings accurately and professionally and the steps required for this, which are on two axes: theoretical and practical, and the other is a writing workshop open to professional calligraphers, in which they practice writing directly in front of the public."

Basic First Aid Training

The College of Business and Finance in cooperation with The Security and Safety Section Cordially Invite you to attend a workshop titled 'Basic First Aid Training'. This event is scheduled for Monday, 27th November, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM and will take place in the Theatre Hall at the Ahlia University.

• Life-saving skills: Acquire essential techniques like CPR, enabling you to respond effectively in critical situations.
• Immediate response capability: Learn to assess and act swiftly in emergencies, bridging the gap until professional help arrives.
• Enhanced safety awareness: Understand and minimize risks, promoting a safer environment for yourself and others.
• Empowerment and confidence: Gain the knowledge to handle emergencies with confidence, fostering a proactive approach to safety.

Instructor:
Mr. Mohamed Ali, American Safety & Health Institute.

EBSCO Training Session

Library and Information Resources at Ahlia University invites you to a valuable opportunity for enhancing your research. We are excited to announce a training session on EBSCO Group online databases on Tuesday, 14th November, 2023 at 11.00 noon. Venue: Theatre.

• Introduction to the databases.
• Demonstration of how to search through examples, covering all interface and functionality offered by the service providers.
• Explanation of the different search methods to extract the information from the databases.
• Overview of one (or both) platform(s)
• How to view, access and download content, make use of your improved search functionalities as well as other tools
• Student and administrator account levels: how to download usage reports and manage your account effectively
• Q&A session at the end of the training

Huawei, Ahlia University to establish ICT academy in Bahrain

Huawei has signed two memorandums of understanding (MoU) with Ahlia University in Bahrain to establish Huawei ICT Academy and develop a research group focused on Internet of Things (IoT).

The agreements aim to bring smart solutions to the University's research centres and strengthen the skills and capabilities of students in the ICT sector by providing quality courses and support services for the university experts and students via the Huawei Authorised Information and Network Academy program (HAINA).

Under this partnership, Huawei will establish its ICT Academy at Ahlia University to deliver training programs to instructors and students through HAINA and utilise the company's global expertise in the ICT sector to meet the local students' requirements and build their capacities. Huawei will also support the University in building the IoT research group in collaboration with the college of IT and engineering with the aim to empower students in the IoT field and achieve the first pilot project titled 'Sustainability and Life Quality in Smart Bahrain Cities'.

Public Workshops, Seminars, and Guest Lectures

Ahlia University frequently invites the community to specialized workshops — for example, a Cybersecurity Awareness seminar was held to educate attendees on digital security threats and countermeasures.

Awareness about cyber security

The Professional Development Unit invite you to attend professional development workshop on 'Awareness about cyber security'. To be able to introduce cyber security concept, threats and countermeasures to protect different types of assets on personal level. on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 12:00 PM in Class 9.

• Definition of cyber security
• Fundamentals of cyber security
• Cybercrime statistics
• Cyber security threats and attacks
• Cyber security Countermeasures
• Golden tips to protect your assets

Speaker:
Dr. Ammar Al Dallal
Chairperson of Telecommunications Engineering Department, College of Engineering.

In addition to formal programs, Ahlia University hosts numerous ad hoc workshops, seminars, and guest lectures that are open to the public or university community at large. These events cover a wide range of topics — from academic development to personal growth — and often feature expert guest speakers from industry or government.

Join Ahlia University for a Free PhD Proposal Writing Workshop!

Are you aspiring to pursue a PhD from a prestigious UK university? Ahlia University, in collaboration with Brunel University of London, offers a unique opportunity to earn a British PhD right here in Bahrain. Our upcoming PhD Proposal Writing Workshop is your gateway to understanding the process and crafting a compelling proposal.

Societal Impact Seminars Series (Session 1)

SDG3 Health and Well-being

As part of Ahlia University initiatives related to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and its relationship with creating an impact to the society through the integration of strategies, operations, curriculum and policy standards. AU planned a series of seminars that are conducted virtually. The seminars will tackle (impact) of UNSDGs in different sectors including (education, wellbeing, climate change, gender and reduced inequalities).

The first event will tackle SDG3 and will be conducted as a Round Table discussions by inviting a number of guest speakers to tackle niche issues and used to develop/revise policies and practices. The aim of this event to share practices with leaders of higher education, policy makers and regulators important topics at national and international level. The event will support increasing awareness and integration of UNSDGs at multiple sectors and ensures engagement of AU to be the lead towards integrating UNSDGs.

The session will be conducted as a round table will discuss the following topics related to SDG3:

• Challenges to maintain good health and well-being post COVID-19
• Role of Higher Education Institutions in maintain good health and well being
• Proposed recommendations to policy makers and regulators

Target Audience:

• Leaders of Higher Education Sector
• Healthcare Professionals
• Students and Parents
• Faculty Members
• Support Staff

Conferences, Research Forums, and Poster Sessions

As a higher education institution, Ahlia University also hosts larger-scale conferences and academic forums that encourage public participation and knowledge-sharing. Many of these are programmed events (occurring annually or periodically) and are open to external attendees such as scholars, industry practitioners, and the general public interested in the themes.

Ninth Annual Research Forum Call for Papers

The Ahlia University Ninth Annual Research Forum under the theme "Multidisciplinary Research Forum for Sustainable Innovation" is planned to take place from Sunday 4th December to Tuesday 6th December 2022. The Research Forum is an ongoing tradition at Ahlia University to showcase recent research, books, posters, and creative projects.

The objective of the forum is to gather leading academicians, scholars, and researchers to share their knowledge and new ideas as well as to discuss current development in multidisciplinary fields. Research is one of Ahlia University's strategic pillars reflecting on Ahlia's values and strategic mission. Upon that, we encourage every scholar, academic faculty, postgraduate, and graduate student to participate in the upcoming 9th Research Forum which is an ongoing tradition.

7th Equal Opportunities Conference

Under the patronage of his excellency Mr. Ahmed Bin Salman Al Musalam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives. Ahlia University cordially invites you to 7th Equal Opportunities Conference "Digital Innovation and Business Sustainability". organized by Ahlia University in collaboration with Brunel University London and the University of Business and Technology KSA, the conference will take place 6th -8th February 2024, Gulf Hotel, Manama Bahrain.

This conference aims to shed the light on topics related to the use of digital innovation and business sustainability that could support policy makers, business leaders and higher education institutions in various ways in relation to usage of different digital innovative tools to support operations and business sustainability. The audience will benefit from different research papers from national, regional, and international scholars discussing real issues tacking the use of digital innovation in different aspects including governance, education, communication, and other related fields. In line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the conference is focused on Gender Equality and therefore topics will be presented with a gender quality focus.

• Assess the impact of Digital Innovation and Business Sustainability on organizational effectiveness.
• Shed light on different Digital Innovation tools and techniques in relation to the business sustainability in different contexts.
• Publish high-quality research that focuses on gender quality in terms of application, use or practice of different digital innovation tools in a transformative business environment covering various contextual factors.
• Act as a guide for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers while devising or revising policies and procedures related to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

The Third edition of the Economic Resources Conference - The Era of the Digital Economy

Ahlia University organized the activities of the third edition of the Economic Resources Conference - The Era of the Digital Economy, in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council, and with the participation of a number of Gulf and Arab universities, under the slogan "Artificial Intelligence for Business Innovation and Economic Diversification" at the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Bahrain Bay for three days.

Mashroui Competition

Mashroui workshop was held at the university, organized by the Entrepreneurship Center and sponsored by Tamkeen, to introduce students to project planning methods and enter the Mashroui competition.

In summary, Ahlia University in Bahrain does host a wide array of events open to the general public, spanning executive education programs, vocational training courses, workshops, guest lectures, development seminars, research forums, poster sessions, and more. These initiatives occur both as one-off (ad hoc) events responding to specific opportunities and as programmed recurring activities (annual forums, series, or regular training programs). Through these public engagements, Ahlia University demonstrates a commitment to community education and lifelong learning, going beyond its degree offerings to share knowledge and build capacity in society.