First, the different scope of application
1, Cambridge Business English Test: BEC test is designed for employees who need to use business English in office work. Enterprises regard BEC certificate as a basic business English language requirement when recruiting personnel, which can accurately evaluate the true business English application level of candidates.
China's opening to the outside world and the construction of the economic zone on the west side of the Taiwan Strait need a large number of compound talents who know both English and foreign trade. Most graduates who have obtained business English certificates are engaged in foreign trade business in foreign trade enterprises, working as clerks and translators in large foreign-related hotels, tourism departments, enterprises and institutions, and the employment rate is over 90%.
2. IELTS: IELTS is the most recognized international English test in the world. IELTS is an English proficiency test for those who intend to study or work in countries and regions where English is the language of communication.
Second, the content of the exam is different.
1, Cambridge Business English Test: The Business English Test is conducted in two stages. The first stage is written examination, including reading, writing and listening, and the second stage is oral examination.
2. IELTS: The "communication-oriented" IELTS test is an international test that comprehensively assesses English proficiency from four aspects: listening, speaking, reading and writing, and can accurately assess candidates' English language proficiency in a three-dimensional, comprehensive way.
Third, the validity period of certificates is different.
1, Cambridge Business English Test: The result certificate of Business English Certificate Test (BEC) is valid for life.
2. IELTS: IELTS scores are usually valid for 2 years.