What are the TOEIC^® Speaking and Writing tests?

The TOEIC (TEST OF ENGLISH FOR INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION™) Speaking and Writing tests are Internet-based tests that measure a person's ability to speak and write in English in the workplace, using key expressions and common, everyday vocabulary. It measures proficiency in business English, at intermediate to advanced levels. Global business requires interactive language skills and people must communicate effectively in English — across borders and cultures — through e-mail, in person, by telephone and with video-conferencing. Introduced in 2007, these tests complement the Listening and Reading test to provide a comprehensive assessment of a person’s ability to communicate in English across all four language skills.

Format of the TOEIC^® test

This internet-based test lasts approximately 90 minutes. The two sections of the test (speaking and writing) are independent of each other and test-takers receive a separate score for each. The Speaking test measures skills such as pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, and fluency. The Writing test assesses vocabulary and grammar, as well as coherence and organisation. The test includes integrated tasks that are reflective of actual English usage in the workplace.

Test taker responses are assigned randomly and anonymously to trained raters via ETS’ Online Scoring Network™, ensuring maximum objectivity and reliability. Scores range from 0-200 on each section.

Why the TOEIC test?

• An objective assessment of workplace English that is a valuable credential for professionals
• International recognition, with more than 5000 businesses, governments, schools and organisations across more than 60 countries using the TOEIC test each year to determine who has the skills to succeed in an international work environment
• The development process of TOEIC test forms adheres to the strictest quality standards, ensuring that the test is fair, reliable and valid

Register now  to take the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests at an ETS Global authorised test centre.

Who uses the TOEIC test?

• Students and professionals: mention of TOEIC scores on your CV enhances your profile and is accepted as a reliable proof of your English competence
• Academic institutions: use the TOEIC test as a graduating criterion to ensure that your students have the language skills needed to succeed in the international workplace
• Language schools: use the TOEIC test to place students at the right learning levels, and to show student progress. Additionally, the test can be used as an objective, external tool to measure effectiveness of instruction
• Companies: use TOEIC scores in recruitment and placement, to document progress in language training and to establish a standard measurement across multiple locations
• Public service organisations: use the test in recruitment and promotion, as well as to document progress in language training

To find out more about how you can effectively use the TOEIC test, visit our specific sections for companies, academic institutions, language schools, teachers, individuals and public services.

Register now  to take the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests at an ETS Global authorised test centre.

TOEIC^® Practice Online: Speaking and Writing is the official practice test to help you prepare for the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests. Click here to find out more.