Accreditation Committee of Cambodia

The Accreditation Committee of Cambodia (ACC) is an independent body established in 2003 under the Law on Accreditation of Higher Education Institutions in Cambodia. Its mandate is to oversee the accreditation process of higher education institutions in Cambodia and to ensure that they meet established quality standards.

The ACC's primary functions include the development of accreditation criteria, standards and procedures, the evaluation and accreditation of higher education institutions and the maintenance of a list of accredited institutions. The ACC also works closely with higher education institutions to help them improve their quality of education and meet the necessary standards for accreditation.

The accreditation process includes a self-evaluation by the institution, followed by an external evaluation by a team of local and international experts in the relevant field of study. The evaluation assesses the institution's governance, academic programs, faculty, facilities, research and community engagement. Based on the evaluation, the ACC decides whether to grant accreditation or not and institutions that receive accreditation are required to maintain the established standards to remain accredited.

The ACC's mission is to promote and ensure the quality of higher education in Cambodia and to improve the international recognition and competitiveness of Cambodian higher education institutions. By establishing and maintaining rigorous accreditation standards and procedures, the ACC helps to ensure that Cambodian higher education institutions provide high-quality education and produce graduates who are competent, knowledgeable and globally competitive.