Business Spanish Qualifications
Examination Levels
There are two different examinations under offer; Intermediate
Certificate and Advanced Diploma.
The examinations are widely recognised in the UK, Spain and
across Europe. They are benchmarked to the Common European
Framework of Reference (CEFR) for foreign languages and are
equivalent to National Vocational Qualifications as defined by the
UK Languages Lead Body.
CEFR Equivalence
The equivalence of each of these Business Spanish Qualifications
to the CEFR is shown in the table below which also offers an
overall description of expected proficiency levels.
Business Spanish Qualifications - Examination
Levels
| Advanced Diploma |
Proficient User
|
C1-C2
|
Can understand easily demanding and extended
texts (heard or read). Can summarise information from various
spoken and written sources, reconstruct arguments in a coherent
presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, fluently and
precisely, differentiating shades of implicit meaning.
Can use language flexibly and effectively for
social and professional purposes. Can produce clear,
well-structured, detailed texts, showing controlled use of
organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
|
| Intermediate Certificate |
Independent User
|
B1-B2
|
Can understand the main ideas of texts on
various topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of
specialisation. Can interact with fluency and spontaneity making
interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for
either party.
Can deal with most situations likely to arise
whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can
produce clear texts on a range of subjects, explain a viewpoint on
a topical issue and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of
various options.
|
(CEFR, 2001)
More Information
Click on the links below to see detailed information about each
level.
- Download
Intermediate Certificate [pdf]
- Equivalent to B1-B2 (CEFR);
- Candidates must demonstrate a sound knowledge of the language
and specific business lexis, as well as the ability to communicate
effectively in Spanish on a general social and professional
level.
- Download Advanced
Diploma [pdf]
- Equivalent to C1-C2 (CEFR); corresponds to NVQ4 (Degree
Level);
- Candidates must be able to use complex and specialized language
in a wide range of social and professional settings, and to carry
out a variety of tasks i.e.: deliver prepared talks, understand and
produce work-related reports, draft proposals and correspondence,
etc.
- Candidates must also be well informed about current topics in
business and economics relating to Spain and the Spanish-speaking
world.
For more information please contact our
Languages Department.