{"theme":"toeic-white-green","headingTag":"h3","goBackText":"Back","disableMultiClose":false,"title":"TOEIC Brand FAQ","searchPlaceholder":"Search","searchEnable":true,"errorMessage":"Your search didn’t yield any results. Please try using a different keyword.","tableborder":true,"dataLayer":{},"questions":[{"title":"What is “TOEIC”?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eTOEIC stands for “Test of English for International Communication\u0026quot;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e“TOEIC” offers a suite of assessments designed to measure workplace English proficiency across four communication skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC tests\u003c/b\u003e, consisting of the TOEIC Listening and Reading and the TOEIC Speaking and Writing test, measure intermediate to advanced proficiency levels.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC Bridge tests,\u003c/b\u003e consisting of the TOEIC Bridge Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing tests, measure intermediate to advanced English proficiency levels.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC Link\u003c/b\u003e test is an online, AI-powered real-world English proficiency test for the new era.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than 45 years, TOEIC has set the international benchmark for evaluating workplace English proficiency. TOEIC tests\u0026nbsp; are used across 160+ countries and trusted upon by over 14,000 organizations, including multinational corporations, universities, and government agencies.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThese assessments were designed by ETS using an evidence-centered design approach to ensure validity, fairness, and reliability across all test administrations.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"Who uses TOEIC Scores?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eEach TOEIC assessment is designed for a specific purpose, and organizations across sectors rely on these tests in different ways depending on their workforce and learning needs.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cb\u003e TOEIC test scores are used by\u003c/b\u003e businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies to evaluate everyday and workplace English-language communication skills and support recruitment, placement, and promotion decisions.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e2.\u003cb\u003e TOEIC Bridge test scores are used by\u003c/b\u003e academic institutions and language programs for measuring progress, identifying areas for improvement, and placing beginning-to-intermediate learners into appropriate English-language instructional levels.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e3.\u003cb\u003e TOEIC Link test scores are used by\u003c/b\u003e corporations, universities, and governments to assess new hires, employees, or students who need to demonstrate real-world English communication skills through a modular, online, AI-powered format.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExplore organizational use: \u003ca title\u003d\"TOEIC Organizations\" href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/organizations.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/organizations/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"What types of questions are included?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eAll TOEIC assessments include questions that measure workplace English communication skills across listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Each test focuses on specific skills, so the question types vary depending on the assessment. Listening and Reading tests include questions based on conversations, announcements, and written business materials. Speaking and Writing tests include tasks such as responding to questions, expressing opinions, writing emails, and completing workplace-related writing tasks.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"Why do organizations trust TOEIC scores?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eTOEIC is backed by decades of psychometric research, secure test delivery, and rigorous statistical validation. ETS uses:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStandardized global administration procedures\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eControlled test environments\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous statistical monitoring\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eResearch-based score scaling\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThese measures ensure TOEIC scores remain valid, reliable, and comparable across a variety of demographics.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"How is TOEIC aligned to the CEFR?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eAll TOEIC assessments are mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC tests\u003c/b\u003e, consisting of the TOEIC Listening and Reading and the TOEIC Speaking and Writing test evaluate proficiency levels from A1 to C1\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC Bridge\u003c/b\u003e tests evaluate proficiency levels from A1 to B1\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTOEIC Link\u003c/b\u003e evaluates proficiency across A1 to C1 using an integrated, four-skill, real-world assessment framework\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAligning TOEIC scores to the CEFR enables institutions to compare TOEIC scores utilizing a widely recognized global proficiency framework.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/resources/scores/score-use.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/resources/scores/score-use.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"What makes TOEIC different from other academic English tests?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eTOEIC assessments are designed to measure real-world workplace English, whereas many academic English tests focus on the language used in university or classroom settings. TOEIC test questions reflect the communication tasks individuals encounter in professional environments, such as:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding workplace conversations and announcements\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing written business communication\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eExpressing ideas clearly in spoken interactions\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWriting structured, professional email messages\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBecause TOEIC assessments mirror the communication demands of today’s global workplace, they provide HR teams and employers with a more relevant and practical measure of English proficiency.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eExplore TOEIC’s practical focus:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/about/why.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/about/why.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"Why choose TOEIC?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eFor more than 46 years, TOEIC has been an \u003cb\u003eindustry leader in assessing workplace English\u003c/b\u003e, trusted by over \u003cb\u003e14,000 organizations across 160+ countries\u003c/b\u003e. TOEIC:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProvides \u003cb\u003estandardized, comparable test scores\u003c/b\u003e for consistent decision-making.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAligns to the Common European Framework of Reference \u003cb\u003e(CEFR)\u003c/b\u003e for global benchmarking.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIs built on \u003cb\u003erigorous, research-based assessment design\u003c/b\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eProvides \u003cb\u003ecomprehensive assessments\u003c/b\u003e across \u003cb\u003efour key skills\u003c/b\u003e: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing - and a range of proficiency levels\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOffers \u003cb\u003eflexible testing options\u003c/b\u003e through authorized centers or on-site institutional sessions\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eApplies rigorous scoring process to ensure \u003cb\u003efair, valid\u003c/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ereliable scores\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"Why choose TOEIC for high stakes decisions?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eOrganizations rely on TOEIC for high stakes decisions because it provides \u003cb\u003estandardized, research-based measurements\u003c/b\u003e that supports fair, reliable, and comparable decision-making. TOEIC assessments are:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandardized\u003c/b\u003e — delivering consistent, comparable scores across test forms and administrations.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeveloped using evidence-centered design\u003c/b\u003e — incorporating tasks that reflect real workplace communication demands.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eRigorous in scoring\u003c/b\u003e — using secure processes, automated scoring for multiple-choice items, and certified ETS raters for constructed responses.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eComprehensive\u003c/b\u003e — supported by research demonstrating the value of evaluating all four communication skills for an accurate measure of proficiency.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrusted globally\u003c/b\u003e — used by more than 14,000 organizations in over 160 countries for hiring, placement, and promotion decisions.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen English communication is essential, organizations choose TOEIC because dependable assessment leads to more confident workforce decisions.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"How do TOEIC Scores Relate to Potential Job Roles?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eTOEIC\u0026nbsp; scores show how well candidates can communicate in real workplace situations, helping employers match people to the communication demands of each role.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBasic–Intermediate: roles requiring simple, routine communication\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate–Advanced: roles involving customers, teamwork, and workplace documents\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced: leadership and high-stakes roles requiring strong spoken and written communication\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global User Guide highlights that TOEIC scores help organizations make consistent comparisons, focus on the skills employees need, and strengthen their overall talent pool.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRead More: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/resources/global-success-guide.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/resources/global-success-guide.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"}]}