Cambridge English: Business Certificates

Cambridge English-Business Certificates

Next to the Cambridge Certificates there are also the Business Certificates which include the levels B1, B2 and C1 according to the common european framework of reference for languages and which are also known as BEC.

Why should you write the exam to get a the business certificate?

With the business certificates it is easier to show employers that you have a good knowledge of English for practical and everyday use in business.

The content of the busines certificates are based on the working aspect which includes the everyday work and business tasks in different situations.

The Business Certificates (BEC)

All three exams are designed to develop your business English skills and to get a official certificate which is valid all over the world.

B1: Business English Certificate Preliminary

Here are some short key facts:

  • Test format: computer or paper-based
  • Number of papers: 3
  • Exam length: about 2 hours 20 minutes

The certificate shows that you are able to talk about business subjects, to understand different graphs or charts and to write a short business mail. In addition you could also follow a short telephone conversation.

B2: Business English Certificate Vantage

Here are some short key facts:

  • Test format: computer or paper-based
  • Number of papers: 4
  • Exam length: about 2 hours 40 minutes

The Business English Certificate Vantage (B2) confirm that you are able to write short business reports, to read articles from business publications and to participate in meetings which includes also to give your own opinions.

C1: Business English Certificate Higher

Here are some short key facts:

  • Test format: computer or paper-based
  • Number of papers: 4
  • Exam length: about 3 hours

The highest Busines English Certificate shows that you are able to communicate effectively at a professional level, to participate in meetings, to react appropriately in different situations and to express yourself fluently.

Why should you get a Business Certificate?

There are a lot of reasons why a language certificate is always a good idea. Here are two reasons for the Cambridge English: Business Certificates:

The certificate …

… improves your career opportunities

and

… is accepted globally (also by top international companies).

Where could you write the exam?

There are over 2800 authorised exam centres in 130 countries. You could find your exam centre here.

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