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Fathimath Shuzna

Deputy Director

Biography

Since 2025, Fathimath Shuzna has been serving as the Deputy Director at the Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology (FEST), The Maldives National University. As the Administrative Head of the Faculty, she provides strategic leadership in developing and implementing policies and procedures to strengthen administrative effectiveness and support the Faculty’s academic and operational goals. Her responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment, training, supervision, and performance of administrative staff, as well as managing procurement, budget planning, asset and inventory management, building maintenance, travel coordination, and human resource functions. She works closely with Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, and Facilities Management to coordinate resources, monitor expenditure, and ensure the timely provision and maintenance of facilities and equipment. Through a proactive and strategic approach, she focuses on strengthening administrative systems, optimizing resources, and ensuring effective support services for the Faculty. Her leadership contributes to the Faculty’s operational efficiency and long-term development.

Fathimath Shuzna holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Strategic Management, from Avid College of the Maldives, in 2017. Prior to 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

  • Deputy Director: Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University (2025 – present)
  • Assistant Director: Faculty of Engineering, Science and Technology, The Maldives National University (2015 – 2025)
  • 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:

  • Faculty Advisory Committee (2015 – present)
  • Management Committee of the Faculty (2015 – present)
  • University Policy Review Committee (2023 – present)
  • Member of Internal Compliance and Audit (2025 – present)
  • Bid Committee of the University (2016 – present)
  • Quality Audit Committee of the Faculty (2015 – 2021)
  • Secretariate of the International Conference ICEST2023 & ICEST2025
  • Founder Member of the MNU Staff Club (2016)