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Preparation for examinations or language tests - German
Language diploma
Commercial German Exam
The Commercial German Exam is more difficult than the Wirtschaftsdeutsch exam and requires comprehensive knowledge and understanding in both written and oral skills for economic and commercial German. This test is recognized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Düsseldorf.Available to : professional
GDS - German Superior Diploma
Passing the “Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom” (GDS) exam acknowledges that participants have a language level close to fluency.The GDS is the German foreign language diploma, and is the most prestigious degree for the German language. The GDS is well-known all over the world, and is recognized by private and public employers.
As with the ZOP and the KDS, the GDS diploma is valid for foreigners who want to prove their language abilities. In certain states, the GDS is recognized as enough evidence to demonstrate the language level required for EU teachers who want to work in Germany.
Minimum level required :Pre-intermediate - B1*
German Business
Allows non-native speakers at an elevated level to validate their skills and seek work in the professional world.Certain companies will accept this exam.
This test is compulsory for entrance into several business schools.
Available to : professional
Minimum level required :Upper Elementary - A2*
KDS - German Standard Diploma
Following the example of the Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP), Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom (KDS) confirms a detailed knowledge of standard German by testing the comprehension of difficult texts, and ease of speaking. The test gives evidence of a general knowledge of the German culture and civilization.The KDS is recognized by the private and public employers as proof of excellent knowledge of the German language. This exam is not for students who want to enter a higher level education program or university.
With Kleinen Deutschen Sprachdiplom (KDS), you give evidence of achievement which differs from a Master's degree in the standard German language that exceeds the regional frame. You must understand difficult, mainly literary texts, and express yourself with ease, both in oral expression, and in writing. The examinations degree of difficulty corresponds to that of the Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP), but demonstrates specific knowledge in various domains of German culture.
Successful completion of this exam demonstrates a C2 language level (Advanced / Superior) to the European Council.
Minimum level required :Pre-intermediate - B1*
PWD - Economic German Exam
The examination Wirtschaftsdeutsch International (PWD) confirms a competence of communication at a superior level on subjects concerning professional and economic realms. The language lessons preparing for the examination are centered on the professional, the observational and the analytical aspects of the communications applied to the company. The sections allow for the acquisition of pragmatic German for professional life.Candidates will:
- Know how to understand and produce a large variety of complex economic texts both written and orally
- Know how to express themselves properly in professional contexts
- Know how to appropriately treat business correspondances.
After passing this exam, candidates’ language skills will be recognized at an International level.
After passing this exam, the C1 language level (strong intermediate) is recognized by the European council.
Minimum level required :Pre-intermediate - B1*
TestDaf
TestDaf is a centralized, organized worldwide examination. It is intended for students who would like to begin studies in Germany and require a certificate that demonstrates advanced knowledge of the German language.Minimum level required :Intermediate - B2*
Wirtschaftsdeutsch International
This exam is recognized by both the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Goethe Institute.Candidates must have taken international trade studies for at least 2 years at a high school level.
This exam allows for validation of knowledge of the German economy.
Available to : professional
ZD - German Certificate
By passing the Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD) examination, you will prove that you possess solid basic knowledge of the everyday language, which allows you to manage the important situations in day-to-day life. This examination will show that you have mastered the fundamental grammatical structures, that you are able to understand and to participate in a conversation, that you can express simple facts in both orally and through writing, and that you understand basic everyday texts.This diploma confirms elementary knowledge of German, such as mastery of vocabulary for basic, grammatical rules, the capacity to be understood and to take part in conversations on common subjects, the ability to present orally information in texts on various subjects
The ZD is well-known worldwide and recognized by employers in public and private sectors. The exam is recognized in Germany as a linguistic qualification for the acquisition of German nationality. Passing this exam demonstrates a level of knowledge corresponding to a B1 language level (intermediate) to the European Council.
Minimum level required :Upper Elementary - A2*
ZMP - Zentrale Mittelstufenprüfung
The Zentrale Mittelstufen Prüfung (ZMP) tests both your written and oral capabilities. Numerous German universities will not make you take extraneous language exams after presenting this certificate of ZMP completion!This exam indicates a C1 language level (strong intermediate) to the European Council.
Available to : college student
Minimum level required :Pre-intermediate - B1*
ZOP - Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung
With the Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung(ZOP), you prove that you possess a variety of knowledge of the standard German language. This knowledge allows you to understand difficult texts, to express yourself easily, orally and in writing. The ZOP demonstrates the level of achievement equivalent to a Master's degree in the German language and is recognized in professional contexts. The certificate obtained after passing the ZOP will exempt you from having to take a entry language exam at German high schools and universities. This exam indicates a C2 language level (Advanced/Master) to the European Council.Available to : college student
Minimum level required :Pre-intermediate - B1*
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