Workplace English Benchmarks and International Tests

BEC

LCCIEB

LCCIEB

Versant

TOEIC

EBC

IELTS (Academic Module)*

Trinity

Linguaskill

Pearson

* IELTS (Academic Module) is one of the specified benchmark examinations for reimbursement purpose under the CEF. It is listed as a specified examination by the Workplace English Campaign under certain conditions.

# These examinations were included as specified examinations under the Workplace English Campaign with effect from 1 January 2005. CEF claimants studying English courses are eligible to seek reimbursement of fees if the examinations were taken on or after 1 January 2005.

Other English Tests

Hong Kong Vocational English Programme (HKVEP)

The HKVEP, accredited by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI Qualifications), offers internationally recognised certification of competence in workplace English. It comprises five levels differentiated by language complexity. This benchmarking framework is aligned with the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (QF). The Hong Kong Workplace English Campaign (WEC) recognizes the equivalence between HKVEP levels and WEC benchmark levels. Alignments are indicated in the table below.

*To enquire about HKVEP, contact the HKVEP Unit on 2595 2744 or visit the website www.hkvep.vtc.edu.hk.

Alignment of HKWEB with International Business English Examinations

Unless specified in the course specifications, the benchmarks test level will align to the Hong Kong Workplace English Benchmarks (HKWEB).

Remark: - It is not the intention of the alignment table as a whole or in its parts to make comparisons, either directly or indirectly, among the examinations included. One should always refer to the HKWEB levels when reading this alignment table.