Foundation Foundations

English Proficiency & Business Communication

Validate clear, professional written and spoken business English — the trust signal global employers screen for first.

  • 2–3 hours
  • 4 modules + final exam
  • 70% passing score
  • NFT certificate

Syllabus & modules

  1. 1
    Business Writing

    Emails, summaries, and clear structure.

  2. 2
    Comprehension

    Understanding briefs and instructions accurately.

  3. 3
    Spoken Communication

    Clarity, pace, and professional tone.

  4. 4
    Grammar & Style

    Correctness without stiffness.

  5. Final Exam

    Writing & comprehension exam + recorded speaking task

What’s tested

  • Rewriting an unclear message into a professional email
  • Answering comprehension questions on a client brief
  • A short recorded spoken response to a workplace scenario
Business WritingComprehensionSpoken FluencyTone & ClarityGrammar

Format & passing criteria

Assessment format

Timed Quiz, Portfolio Review. Estimated 2–3 hours of work across 4 modules.

Passing score

You must score at least 70% to pass and trigger certificate issuance.

Retake policy

One free retake after 48 hours.

Validity & renewal

Valid 3 years. Renewal assessments keep your certificate current so employers always see an up-to-date credential.

Score bands

Your certificate records not just a pass, but how well you passed. Higher bands rank you ahead of other certified VAs.

Pass 70–84%

Meets the professional standard for the role.

Merit 85–94%

Strong, consistent performance across all modules.

Distinction 95–100%

Top-tier mastery — surfaced first to employers.