Discover the Phnom Penh International University (PPIU).
Since 2002, Phnom Penh International University (PPIU) has been committed to delivering transformative education that empowers individuals, advances knowledge, and contributes to national and global development
Over the past two decades, the University has expanded its academic scope, infrastructure, and student body, while maintaining a consistent focus on quality, accessibility, and relevance to the national and global job market.
Driven by integrity, innovation, and academic excellence, PPIU prepares graduates to succeed in an evolving global society while making meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.
What we believe about education — and how we practice it.
Mission
To provide knowledge and professional skills by integrating digital technology and research, contributing to the development of human resources with competence, quality, and strong ethical values in response to the evolving job market.
Vision
To deliver quality education aligned with national and international standards, with a strategic focus on digital education and research.
Core Values — ITDL
To provide knowledge and skills that contribute to the development of human resources with ability, quality, and high ethics — in service of Cambodia's social and economic progress.
Delivering on our Vision.
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Continuously update academic programs through the integration of digital technology and research.02
Strengthen partnerships with national and international institutions, enterprises, and organizations.03
Enhance the quality of academic and administrative staff, and student competencies.04
Promote a strong culture of teamwork, research, and quality assurance.05
Advance IT infrastructure and digital learning capabilities.06
Continuously improve student services and administrative systems.07
Strengthen governance, institutional capacity, and infrastructure.08
Build and sustain the PPIU institutional brand.
ABOUT PPIU
Phnom Penh International University (PPIU), Was inaugurated in 2002 as the "Asian University" under the initiative of the Rector TEP KOLAP as an intellectual consciousness will bold and lofty ideals and for the higher education sector's kolbot kolthitea generation. Mrs. Rector, strength, honor and personal wealth to build up and expand the university students only since 1050 until 7000 and from employing physical basis to build the physical infrastructure, comfortable environment for the learning of the students.
How PPIU is organized.
PPIU operates under a Board of Directors, led by Rector Tep Kolap and supported by three Vice Rectors covering Academic Affairs, Administration & Finance, and International Relations. The Postgraduate School operates independently with a Research & Development unit.
Over two decades of growth
PPIU is established as a private higher education institution in Phnom Penh by Rector Tep Kolap, recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Kingdom of Cambodia.
PPIU receives formal recognition under a Royal Government Sub-Decree, cementing its status as an accredited private university operating under the Ministry of Education.
PPIU moves to its current address at #56, Street 169, Sangkat Veal Vong, Khan 7 Makara, Phnom Penh — the campus where it continues to operate today.
Launch of Master's and PhD programs with a dedicated Research & Development unit, expanding PPIU's academic reach into advanced research degrees.
Formal International Relations Office established to develop partnerships and exchange programs across ASEAN and the European Union.
Five-year strategic plan adopted, placing digital education and research at the center of PPIU's academic mission across all four faculties, supported by the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) office.
Active participation in EU-SHARE — the EU's flagship ASEAN higher-education programme — and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) with partner universities across ASEAN and Europe.
The Team guiding PPIU.
TEP KOLAP
Founder of PPIU and Rector since 2002. Under Rector Tep Kolap's leadership, PPIU has grown to become one of Cambodia's established private universities, with four faculties, a Postgraduate School, and active international partnerships across ASEAN and the EU.
Officially recognized. Internationally engaged
PPIU is licensed and recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and actively participates in international education networks across ASEAN and the European Union. The Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) office monitors and maintains academic standards across all programs.
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Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports — CambodiaChartered under Sub-Decree of the Royal Government of Cambodia as a recognized private higher education institution.
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Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)Dedicated IQA office under the Vice Rector for International Relations monitors academic quality standards across all faculties and programs.