The TOEIC stands for Test of English for International Communication.
It is an international standardized test designed to measure the English language proficiency of non-native speakers in a professional or workplace context. Unlike TOEFL (which focuses more on academic English), TOEIC emphasizes practical, everyday business English used in offices, meetings, negotiations, travel, and international work environments.
Key Points about TOEIC:
Skills Tested: Listening and Reading is the main sections; there are also optional Speaking and Writing tests.
Scoring:
- Listening & Reading: Score range is 10–990.
- Speaking: Score range is 0–200.
- Writing: Score range is 0–200.
Purpose: Used by employers, companies, and sometimes universities to evaluate candidates’ ability to work in English-speaking environments.
Test Format:
- Listening Section: Understanding conversations, announcements, discussions.
- Reading Section: Comprehending written business texts like emails, reports, advertisements.
- Speaking & Writing Sections (optional): Focus on workplace communication skills (presentations, emails, problem-solving discussions).
Who Takes It: Professionals, job seekers, students preparing for the workplace, or employees in multinational company
Why TOEIC is Necessary:
- For Job Seekers / Professionals
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- Many multinational companies use TOEIC scores to check if candidates can communicate in English at work.
- It improves your resume/CV and gives you an advantage over others.
- In some industries (aviation, hospitality, international business), TOEIC is mandatory.
- For Companies / Employers
- Helps measure employees’ English communication skills.
- Useful for deciding promotions, overseas postings, or team assignments.
- Ensures staff can handle emails, meetings, presentations, and negotiations in English.
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