Cambridge English: Business Certificates, also known as Business English Certificates (BEC), are recognised by employers, ministries, government bodies and professional organisations throughout the world. This valuable suite of three qualifications provides clear proof that you have the English skills to make you an asset to your employer.

The BEC Tests are designed for individuals. They would be very useful preparation for someone studying on a business course. In today’s challenging business environment, companies are seeking employees with English language skills to help their organisation compete internationally. You can give yourself a vital advantage by making sure you have the language skills that employers are looking for.

Cambridge English: Business Certificates are developed in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)– the internationally recognised system for describing language ability.

BEC is held on various fixed dates in centres worldwide. The tests are available monthly.

There are three levels of BEC:

BEC Preliminary (B1)
BEC Vantage (B2)
BEC Higher (C1)

For more information, please contact one of our offices

Last Updated: 07 November 2012
Editor: Negar Zandipour

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