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Fathimath Shuzna

Assistant Director

Biography

Since 2015, Fathmath Suzna has been serving as the Assistant Director at the Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University. In her capacity as the Administrative Head of the Faculty, she provides strategic leadership in the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures that enhance the efficiency of the faculty’s day-to-day operations. Her key responsibilities encompass budget planning, procurement management, oversight of assets and inventory, building maintenance, travel coordination, and the administration of human resource functions. Through a proactive and strategic approach, she ensures the effective integration of these diverse administrative functions, thereby supporting the faculty’s long-term goals and contributing significantly to its overall operational excellence and success.

Fathimath Shuzna holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Strategic Management, from Avid College of the Maldives, in 2017. Before that she has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from the Faculty of Management and Computing at The Maldives National University in 2013.

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Director: Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University (2015 – present)
  • Senior Administrative Officer: Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University (2014 – 2015)
  • Administrative Officer: Faculty of Management and Computing, The Maldives National University (2009 – 2014)

Area of Expertise

Her unique combination of an MBA and BIT equips her with both strategic business insight and technical expertise. This dual background enables her to navigate complex challenges effectively while leveraging technology for a competitive edge. Her areas of specialization include:

  • Strategic Management and Business Development
  • Leadership and Organizational Behavior
  • Project Management and Risk Management
  • Financial Management and Budgeting
  • Corporate Governance, Ethics, and Sustainability
  • Technology Integration and IT Strategy
  • Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
  • Marketing and E-Commerce Strategy

Research Work / Projects

  • EU Funded Project: Climate Change Diplomacy Leadership and Resilience (CHILDRN)
    Date: January 2020 – 2024
     Role: Project Administrator
  • MBA Thesis: Understanding the Effectiveness of Performance Appraisal System and its Impact on Employee’s Motivation: A Case Study of The Maldives National University, 2017
  • BIT Project: Mobile App ‘Arabic Alphabet Learning Application for Children’ in Dhivehi language, 2013.

Committees and Representations:

  • Management Committee of the Faculty (2015 – present)
  • University Policy Review Committee (2023 – present)
  • Member of Internal Compliance and Audit (2025)
  • Secretariate of the International Conference ICEST2023
  • Faculty Advisory Committee (2015 – 2020)
  • Quality Audit Committee of the Faculty (2015 – 2021)
  • Bid Committee of the University (2016 – 2023)
  • Founder Member of the MNU Staff Club (2016)