Fathimath Shuzna completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Strategic Management from Avid College of the Maldives in 2017. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (BIT) from the Faculty of Management and Computing at The Maldives National University in 2013. 

Since 2015, she has been serving as the Assistant Director at the Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology, The Maldives National University. As the Administrative Head of the faculty, her main responsibilities incorporate strategic planning, policy implementation, administrative management, budget planning, procurement oversight, asset and inventory management, maintenance of teaching facilities, travel coordination, and human resource functions within the faculty. Through her proactive and strategic approach, she ensures the seamless integration of these diverse functions, thereby effectively supporting the faculty’s long-term operational goals and contributing to its overall efficiency and success.

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

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:

1. Strategic Management and Business Development
2. Leadership and Organizational Behavior
3. Project Management and Risk Management
4. Financial Management and Budgeting
5. Corporate Governance, Ethics, and Sustainability
6. Technology Integration and IT Strategy
7. Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
8. Marketing and E-Commerce Strategy

1. EU Funded Project: Climate Change Diplomacy Leadership and Resilience (CHILDRN)
   Date: January 2020 – 2024
    Role: Project Administrator
2. 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
3. BIT Project: Mobile App ‘Arabic Alphabet Learning Application for Children’ in Dhivehi language, 2013.

Shuzna actively participates in various committees, enhancing her leadership and governance skills.

1. Management Committee of the Faculty (2014 – present)
2. University Policy Review Committee (2023 – present)
3. Secretariate of the International Conference ICEST2023
4. Faculty Advisory Committee (2014 – 2020)
5. Quality Audit Committee of the Faculty (2014 – 2021)
6. Bid Committee of the University (2016 – 2023)
7. Founder Member of the MNU Staff Club (2016)