EFC was established by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry and serves as a proof of the candidate's knowledge of written English for business purposes. The exam is available on three levels, ranging from basic to advanced language skills. For the advanced levels, candidates are expected to have a knowledge of business practice and be able to discuss commercial and economic issues. Non-native speakers are required to take an oral test at levels 2 and 3.
Structure
- Level 1: Designed for candidates with an understanding of English in a commercial context who have the ability to use the language at a basic functional level (two hours)
- Level 2: This qualification has been developed for candidates who need to communicate on general commercial topics with minimal supervision and assistance (two hours 30 minutes)
- Level 3: For candidates who possess advanced English language skills and are comfortable writing a variety of commercial and industrial documents to business standard (three hours)
Results
Pass / fail exam
- Pass with distinction: 1
- Pass with credit: 2
- Pass: 3
Current information about examination dates, place and fees can be found on the following website:
LCCIEB - London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board
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