Modern Banking for a New Generation: FTB Bank CEO Visits CamEd Business School
PHNOM PENH, February 27, 2026 — The lecture halls of CamEd Business School hummed with professional ambition this week as Mr. Sochal DITH, CEO of FTB Bank (Foreign Trade Bank of Cambodia), arrived to share his insights on the evolution of the banking sector.
The session provided a rare “insider’s view” of how financial institutions are pivoting to serve the digital-first habits of young adults and how students can position themselves for success in this high-growth industry.
The Modern Banking Landscape
Mr. Sochal DITH’s presentation touched on several key areas that are reshaping Cambodian finance:
- Banking for Young Adults: How mobile apps, digital wallets, and accessible savings products are designed for the next generation of consumers.
- Talent Acquisition: The specific skills—including analytical thinking and digital literacy—that FTB looks for in new hires.
- Internship Pathways: A commitment to welcoming CamEd graduates into the FTB ecosystem as both interns and full-time employees.
Bridging Concepts and Practice
From our perspective at Schools Cambodia, this guest lecture embodies the “Practical Excellence” that CamEd is known for. As Dr. Virak Prum, Chairman of CamEd, noted, the goal is to ensure students understand the “practical aspects of how business is run.”
Why this matters for CamEd students:
- Recruitment Pipeline: FTB is one of Cambodia’s oldest and most respected banks; a direct invitation to apply for roles is a massive advantage for graduates.
- Market Intelligence: Hearing from a CEO allows students to understand current market trends (like FinTech integration) that might not yet be in their textbooks.
- Career Clarity: The high level of student engagement and the many questions asked show that CamEd students are ready to move from the classroom to the boardroom.