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Foundation Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)
The FTBE was established by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry and is designed as a supplementary qualification for qualified teachers of general English, providing them with an introduction to Teaching Business English (TBE). For candidates, some experience of general English teaching to adults is useful, but not required. Candidates should be either native speakers with a language teaching or a basic English as a Foreign Language (EFL) qualification; or non-native speakers teaching English with a first degree plus a formal English teaching qualification.
Structure
The exam covers the following areas: professional skills, methodology and materials, and basic business concepts and practices.
Results
The following pass grades are available: 'pass' (50%), 'credit' (60%), and 'distinction' (75%).
Current information about examination dates, place and fees can be found on the following website:
LCCIEB - London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board