British Council Egypt

Business English Certificates (BEC)

University of Cambridge Business English Certificates are highly recognised and transferable qualifications for career-minded individuals who want to succeed in global business.

Location flexible – either at the British Council or on your company’s premises

Cost
BEC Preliminary LE500 per candidate
BEC Vantage LE750 per candidate
BEC Higher LE850 per candidate

What is BEC?

To succeed in international business and commerce you need a good knowledge of English. If you can show that you have good language skills you will have a great advantage in the jobs market.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT EXAM LEVELS?

BEC Preliminary (CEF Level B1)
Prepares candidates to interact effectively while carrying out routine business transactions, for e.g. speaking to clients over the telephone, writing brief letters, making appointments.
BEC Preliminary information for candidates

BEC Vantage (CEF Level B2)
Assesses how candidates can conduct and take part in meetings and teleconferences using skills of negotiation to put across a point of view. Ability to draft letters, memos, minutes of meetings and topics for presentation using appropriate business vocabulary and format.
BEC Vantage information for candidates

BEC Higher (CEF Level C1)
Assesses proficiency in the use of English for making presentations, negotiating effectively in the promotion of products and services, and in engaging in extended conversations with clients at meetings and seminars.
BEC Higher information for candidates

While you are preparing for the tests you will be learning and practising the skills you will need in real business situations

Who is it for?

The exams are suitable for adults (aged 16 and over) who are either preparing for a career in business or already in work and want to develop their business language skills. The certificate is recognised by the institutions and corporations world-wide and complements degrees and diplomas.

When Can I take the exam?

Exam dates

How Can I register?

fill an application form
register by submitting the completed entry form in person or post during the period of registration for a given session.
fees can be paid in cash, by cheque or bank draft drawn in favour of 'British Council'.
Credit cards are accepted ( Visa/Master/Amex)

HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR TESTS?

The British Council can help you prepare for the tests:

A range of courses at our Teaching Centre to help improve your Business English plus tailored courses for organisations
Our library has a range of materials to help you improve your English and prepare for your test
Sample Papers
Access the Cambridge candidate support website
For further information e-mail us at information@britishcouncil.org.eg
Take a BEC course at: Career Gates, the British Training Institute (an initiative of MSA University) in Dokki. Check their website for more details

OTHER EXAMS

Business English Certificates

Business Language Testing Service

Business English Certificates Application

Examinations Refund Policy

Professional English Language qualifications registration form

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