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Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in IT Education in Cambodia

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21.10.2025

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IT Academy STEP Cambodia marks its 10-year anniversary, a decade of empowering thousands of students and building Cambodia’s digital future.


This year, IT Academy STEP Cambodia proudly celebrates its 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of providing international-quality IT education to Cambodian students.


Since opening its doors in 2015, IT Academy STEP Cambodia has become one of the country’s leading IT education providers, accredited by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport of Cambodia (MoEYS) and has already educated thousands of students through its short courses, professional and associate degree programs, and corporate training.


A decade of growth and achievement
What began as a bold idea has grown into an institution with two modern branches in Phnom Penh, offering a wide range of IT training programs for both youth and professionals.


Over the past ten years, IT Academy STEP Cambodia has:

  • Educated thousands of students across many of whom are now working in the country’s growing tech and creative industry both in private and public sectors.
  • Helped graduates earn international certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and Autodesk, as well as the nationally recognized Associate Degree accredited by MoEYS;
  • Provided customized corporate training to help Cambodian companies upskill their teams;
  • Remained true to its core values of development, quality, and success.


Words from leadership
“Our journey began with a clear vision, to make world-class IT education accessible right here in Cambodia,” said Ms. Natalja Rodionova, Managing Partner of IT Academy STEP Cambodia. “We believe, education is the most powerful investment in Cambodia’s future. Our teachers don’t just prepare students for jobs, they prepare them for life. With every course, every lesson, and every success story, we are helping shape a new generation of skilled, confident, and forward-thinking professionals who will drive this country’s development.”

“Ten years later, we are proud of what we have built and deeply grateful to everyone who believed in us.” shared Mr. Vladimirs Rodionovs, Managing Partner of IT Academy STEP Cambodia. He adds: “The journey has not always been easy, but our team at IT Academy STEP Cambodia has proven that with dedication and quality education, we can truly change lives.”


Shaping Cambodia’s digital future
As Cambodia continues its digital transformation, the demand for capable IT professionals keeps growing. IT Academy STEP Cambodia plays a key role in preparing young Cambodians to thrive in this new era, equipping them with the knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and professional mindset that modern employers seek.


By offering a mix of short courses for quick upskilling, professional programs for career development, and corporate training for businesses, the academy supports the country’s vision for a modern, knowledge-based economy.


Looking ahead
As IT Academy STEP Cambodia celebrates this milestone, it looks ahead to the next decade with pride and ambition, to grow further, make a stronger impact, and continue shaping Cambodia’s digital future.


"At IT Academy STEP Cambodia, every success begins with one step, and together, we keep stepping forward."





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