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Cambridge ICFE
Cambridge ICFE is an ideal qualification for anyone thinking of, or already pursuing, a career in accounting or finance. It is also ideal for candidates who can wish to embark on an accountancy or finance qualification, and will be a valuable addition to the CV of anyone starting their career in finance.
For the finance professional with an already established and successful career, it can be used to validate their financial English language skills and provide proof of their linguistic skills and expertise.
Successful candidates will be able to use the language skills they develop through Cambridge ICFE in practical situations, to participate in meetings and discussions of a financial nature and to express opinions clearly. They will be capable of understanding financial documents including statements, journal articles, letters, reports and proposals. Studying for Cambridge ICFE will help learners to improve their language skills and use them in a wide range of accounting and financial contexts.
Fit for business
Cambridge ICFE can be used as a valuable recruitment tool to help employers with the selection process and training of their people. This unique exam will help the ambitious to demonstrate their skills and suitability for a successful career in international finance. Employers can be confident that any employee who has passed the Cambridge ICFE exam will be capable of working in an international finance context as they will possess high levels of English language and an understanding of the kind of language used in a demanding, fast-moving profession.
Cambridge ICFE has been developed by worldwide leaders in English language assessment and professional accountancy. Both organisations share an outstanding reputation for quality and delivery, supported by global networks. As a result, candidates, employers and financial markets can be sure that Cambridge ICFE has been developed by organisations committed to excellence and relevance internationally.
The Cambridge ICFE exam is available twice a year – in May and November – starting in May 2007. Visit www.FinancialEnglish.org for more information about Cambridge ICFE.