BEC Preliminary

GPTKB entity

Statements (55)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Psychologist
gptkbp:aimsTo improve communication skills
gptkbp:associated_with CEFR levels
gptkbp:championshipsWon standardized
computer-based or paper-based
scale from 140 to 190
gptkbp:component reading
writing
listening
speaking
gptkbp:courseRating offered by language schools
gptkbp:duration about 3 hours
gptkbp:educational_programs available_from_Cambridge
gptkbp:evaluates business_English_skills
gptkbp:examinationType available online
standardized test
multiple times a year
4 parts
gptkbp:feedback after the exam
gptkbp:firstMatch recommended for success
gptkbp:format multiple-choice questions
audio recordings
business-related tasks
interview with an examiner
texts and questions
gptkbp:hasArea worldwide
available online
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gptkbp:improves career opportunities
gptkbp:includes real-life business scenarios
further_English_studies
gptkbp:introduced 1998
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Cambridge_English_Qualifications
gptkbp:issueDate upon passing
gptkbp:isSuitableFor 2 years
gptkbp:language_of_instruction English
gptkbp:leads higher level exams
gptkbp:level B1
gptkbp:notableContestants over 100,000 annually
gptkbp:offers varies by location
gptkbp:officialWebsite gptkb:Cambridge_English
gptkbp:operates_in gptkb:Cambridge_Assessment_English
gptkbp:produces gptkb:Cambridge_University_Press
gptkbp:productionCompany available online
gptkbp:recognizes internationally recognized
gptkbp:registration online or in-person
gptkbp:signature 160
gptkbp:suitableFor 2 years
students and professionals
gptkbp:target_audience non-native_English_speakers
gptkbp:taught reading comprehension
listening to conversations
speaking in business contexts
writing emails
gptkbp:training evaluate_business_English_proficiency