Maldives National University

The Maldives National University is one of the finest public schools in the Indian Ocean. The Universities mission statement is as follows “To create, discover, preserve and disseminate knowledge that are necessary to enhance the lives and livelihoods of people and essential for the cultural, social and economic development of the society so that this nation shall remain free and Islamic forever.” MNU promotes Islamic Dhivehi traditions and values; likewise, like it is explained in the mission statement to remain a free and Islamic nation forever. MNU has seven values it holds true to: 1. Honour, Honesty, and Integrity 2. Service to the nation 3. Rational inquiry and critical thinking 4. Lifelong learning, teamwork and leadership 5. Self-discipline and respect for the law 6. Respect for people and their institution. 7. Shared governance and decision making. Number 1. Hold true to Honour, honesty and integrity; meanwhile, not tolerating liars, cheater and stealers. Number 2. Puts the nations purposes first and serves the nation. Number 3. Makes it an obligation to think critically for the primary purpose of human endeavor. Number 4. Promotes lifelong learning as a group. Number 5. Encourages self-discipline in individual’s life and submissive to peace keepers. Number 6. Trys to keep and maintain an enlightened entity in the area. Number 7. Puts an emphasis on shared decision making in the role of management through the merge of government and school.