Dr Shobana Nair Partington is the Academic Director of Accreditations at Manchester Metropolitan University Business School, one of the elite institutions globally holding Triple Accreditation (AASCB, EQUIS and AMBA).
In this strategic role, she leads the accreditation portfolio to ensure it reflects the School’s commitment to quality, values, and global impact. Her work supports continuous improvement, strengthens international partnerships, and enhances recognition of their excellence in teaching, research, and impact.
She is a Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS) Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE), and a member of the CABS Learning, Teaching and Student Experience Committee. Previously, she served as Head of the Department of Operations, Technology, Events and Hospitality Management, and held other senior roles, including Head of the School of Tourism, Events and Hospitality Management, and Associate Dean for Student Experience at Manchester Metropolitan University.