TOEIC Presentation
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is a standardized English test. It is a an internationally recognized test that assesses the ability of non-English speakers to communicate in English in a business setting.
For students who wish to enhance their resumes, or for professionals who want to improve their visibility, the TOEIC is the "must have".
There are three versions of TOEIC:
- TOEIC Listening and Reading, the most common one. This version assesses listening and reading comprehension skills for intermediate levels (A1 to C1).
- TOEIC Speaking and Writing, it assesses speaking and writing for intermediate levels (A1 to C1).
- TOEIC Bridge, which assesses listening and writing for beginner to intermediate levels.
The TOEIC Listening and Reading is the most widely recognized version in higher education and business around the world. You can get up to 990 points, but the majority of higher education institutions require a minimum score of 785. The TOEIC score is reliable for companies that correlate it with the CEFR levels. Here is the grid for converting a TOEIC score to a CEFR level as well as a guide for determining the skills associated with each CEFR level.
Knowing the format of the test and practicing time management is essential. In fact, the test is standardized with sample questions, so it is important to become familiar with these questions and know the techniques for solving them.
To find out more about what the test includes, you can read this article: What's in the TOEIC?
