American University of Phnom Penh

Name

American University of Phnom Penh

Legal name

American University of Phnom Penh

Website

https://aupp.edu.kh

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Educational Services (611)

akta.pro primary industry

Dual/Joint Degree Programs (International) (EDAIABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

International & Global Research Universities (Multi-Campus/International Footprint) (EDAHABAI), Comprehensive Doctoral Research Universities (Multi-Disciplinary) (EDAHABAA)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Dual degree programs
• Undergraduate education
• Graduate education
• Professional certificates

Headquarters

HQ city

Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh

HQ country

Cambodia

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from undergraduate and graduate tuition fees, application fees, and course fees. Programs include single and dual degree options with different pricing structures.
2. Other Fees: Revenue from various university services, accommodation (residence life), and miscellaneous student services including student loans administration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

American University of Phnom Penh is a private higher education institution delivering US-accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs through four faculties (Business and Management, Digital Technologies, Law, and Social Sciences) with dual degree pathways in partnership with University of Arizona and Fort Hays State University. Programs are delivered on-campus in Phnom Penh with concentrations in AI & Business Analytics, FinTech & Banking, Cybersecurity, and related fields, supplemented by an Emerging Technology Lab and international immersion programs in Singapore and Japan.

Product overview

American University of Phnom Penh (AUPP) is Cambodia's leading higher education institution offering internationally recognized US-accredited dual degree programs. The university operates four faculties (Business and Management, Digital Technologies, Law, and Social Sciences) providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in partnership with University of Arizona and Fort Hays State University. AUPP's product portfolio includes degree programs with specialized concentrations like AI and Business Analytics and FinTech and Banking, graduate programs including MBA, Master of Science in Computer Science (AI Specialization), and specialized law degrees in AI and Cybersecurity. The institution also operates technology-focused subsidiaries including the AUPP Technology Center and AUPP HS/Foxcroft Academy, offers international programs (Singapore Industry Immersion, Japanese IT Pathway), hosts the annual IBTSS international conference, and supports student-developed technology products like JoulHub and SMEAN. AUPP leverages Canvas LMS as its learning management platform alongside student information systems and library services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bachelor's Degree Programs
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Dual Degree Dual MBA program with Fort Hays State University comprising 8 FHSU faculty-taught courses and 7 AUPP professor-taught courses, spanning 2.5 to 6 years and covering advanced managerial accounting, marketing management, business analytics, strategic management, and organizational behavior.
• Master of Science in Computer Science (AI Specialization) Graduate program offering dual degree (8 FHSU courses plus 6 AUPP courses including project) or single degree (14 AUPP courses) covering Generative AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Digital Image Processing.
• Master of Laws in Artificial Intelligence 36-credit graduate law program (12 courses plus capstone) covering AI international legal frameworks, ethical and legal issues in AI, AI regulatory compliance, big data synergies, and AI and blockchain over 2 to 5 years.
• Master of Laws in Cybersecurity 45-credit graduate program covering data protection and privacy, cybersecurity and cybercrime, ethical issues in cybersecurity, cyber law international frameworks, corporate risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response.
• Graduate English Preparatory Program Pre-graduate English language program priced at $3,000 per semester to prepare students for English-mediated graduate coursework.
• AI and Business Analytics Concentration Undergraduate concentration under Bachelor of Science in Business covering Digital and Social Media Analytics, Data Visualization, AI Applications in Business, and Business Intelligence and Predictive Analytics. Launched in 2026.
• FinTech and Banking Concentration Undergraduate concentration covering International Economics, Tech Ventures, Blockchain and Digital Currencies, Cross-Border Payments and Digital Wallets, and Digital Banking Systems. Launched in 2026.
• Singapore Industry Immersion Program International program providing students industry exposure in Singapore's business, technology, legal, and innovation ecosystems, combined with internship opportunities and certificate awards presented in collaboration with the Cambodian Ambassador to Singapore. 28 students have departed for Singapore internships.
• Japanese IT Pathway Program Specialized program pathway providing technical education and career development opportunities in information technology with connections to Japanese industry partners.
• Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (International) Teacher certification program developed, delivered, and assessed in collaboration with Fort Hays State University, USA, enabling educators to earn international credentials.
• IBTSS International Conference Annual international academic conference on Integration of Business, Digital Technologies, and Social Sciences for Sustainable ASEAN and Beyond, organized collaboratively with University of Arizona, Fort Hays State University, and Primax Foundation. Launched in 2026 (2nd edition).
• JoulHub Digital Platform Smart digital rental property management platform developed by AUPP Faculty of Digital Technologies students, enabling landlords to manage tenants, invoices, payments, and records through an intuitive system. Launched in 2026.
• SMEAN Khmer Speech-to-Text Platform AI-powered Khmer-language speech-to-text and transcription platform founded by AUPP student San Sethisak, supporting over 10,000 users including doctors, government officials, and researchers with paying customers. Launched in 2025.
• Emerging Technology Lab (ETL) Technology laboratory under Faculty of Digital Technologies providing hands-on learning and research opportunities in Digital Infrastructure, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and AI.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students winning national Huawei ICT Competition and advancing to Asia-Pacific Regional and Global Rounds
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Primax FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 August 2026Collaborative partner in IBTSS 2026 International Conference on Integration of Business, Digital Technologies, and Social Sciences for Sustainable ASEAN. Jointly organized with AUPP, University of Arizona, and Fort Hays State University.
• University of ArizonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partnership for bachelor's and master's programs. Students earn internationally recognized US-accredited degrees from both AUPP and University of Arizona. Programs include Business Administration and other degree tracks with Arizona-certified curriculum components.
• Fort Hays State University (FHSU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual degree partnership for graduate programs including MBA, MS Computer Science (AI), and other master's degrees. FHSU faculty teach 8 courses (24 credits) in dual degree programs. Total program tuition of USD18,000 for FHSU-affiliated dual degrees.
• AUPP HS/Foxcroft AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary/preparatory institution providing secondary education pathway to AUPP university programs. Operates as high school division preparing students for university-level American-style education.
• AUPP Technology CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary technology education center supporting digital technology programs. Provides specialized training in software development, cybersecurity, AI, and other technology domains for AUPP students and the broader community.
• Singapore Industry and Internship PartnersmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner companies in Singapore providing internship and industry immersion opportunities for AUPP students. 28 students departed for Singapore program gaining hands-on industry exposure and professional experience in Asia's dynamic business hub.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• University of Cambodia: Private university in Phnom Penh offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business, law, IT, and social sciences. Direct competitor for the same Cambodian BacII graduates and graduate-student segments that AUPP targets.
• Royal University of Phnom Penh: Cambodia's oldest and largest public university, providing undergraduate and graduate programs across numerous faculties. Anchors the public alternative to AUPP for Cambodian students seeking higher education in Phnom Penh.
• Paññasastra University of Cambodia: One of Cambodia's largest private universities, offering undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple faculties. Competes directly with AUPP for Cambodian high-school graduates and working professionals seeking master's degrees.

Broad incumbents

• INSEAD: Premier international business school with Asia campus in Singapore. Comparable to AUPP's MBA program as a premium-priced, internationally accredited graduate business degree serving working professionals in Southeast Asia.
• Singapore Management University: Top regional business and technology university offering bachelor's, master's, and professional programs with strong industry linkages. Aspirational comparator for AUPP's graduate business and tech programs and a destination for its Singapore-program participants.

Regional players

• RMIT University Vietnam: Australian university delivering Western-style undergraduate and graduate programs in the region, including business, technology, and design. Comparable international-accreditation model serving Southeast Asian students outside Australia.
• Chulalongkorn University: Thailand's leading research university with comprehensive faculties including business, law, engineering, and social sciences. Comparable as a multi-faculty research university serving ASEAN with strong international partnerships.
• University of Nottingham Malaysia: UK university branch campus delivering British-accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in Southeast Asia. Comparable dual-degree/international-accreditation positioning to AUPP within ASEAN.
• Curtin University (Malaysia/Sarawak): Australian university branch campus in Southeast Asia delivering Western-accredited undergraduate and graduate programs. Comparable international branch model and pricing structure to AUPP's US-partnered programs.

Others

• University of Arizona: US public research university and AUPP's core dual-degree partner for business and other programs. Comparable as a comprehensive multi-faculty research university and strategically central to AUPP's value proposition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/aupp.kh
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/american-university-of-phnom-penh
• Instagraminstagram.com/aupp.edu.kh

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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