Qualifications & Levels
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CEF Scale
CEF Level
CEF “Can do” statements in a Business English context.
I can…
Corresponding Business English Exam at this level.
C2
Upper Advanced
…understand with ease virtually everything heard or read; spontaneously, precisely and very fluently communicate in all business and private situations
C1
Advanced
…communicate very competently on a wide range of business and private topics; take part in negotiations; chair and participate confidently in meetings; prepare and deliver full presentations and write detailed reports
BEC Higher
B2
Upper Intermediate
…interact competently with native speakers on business and private topics; take part actively in business discussions or teleconferences; give presentations; understand longer talks and presentations
BEC Vantage
B1
Intermediate
…take part in non-complex international meetings; discuss job-specific topics; handle typical situations arising on a business trip; meet and greet customers; give short presentations on work-related topics
BEC Preliminary
A2
Upper Elementary
… participate in a simple conversation, asking and answering questions; conduct basic telephone calls; understand short emails and formulate short replies
KET (Key English Test)
A1
Elementary
…understand very simple questions and give simple answers; answer the phone and transfer the caller
Total Beginner
…say my name (maybe!)
TESTIMONIALS
“The preparation for the BEC Vantage test gives our group a clear aim and the possibility to obtain a recognised certificate in Business English. The preparation books contain many practical exercises which are very useful for our daily work.”
