What is the difference between TOEIC® and TOEFL® tests?
The TOEIC® and the TOEFL® tests were developed by ETS to serve different purposes. Therefore, the design, content, context, and range of proficiency that each test measures are also different. The TOEFL® test was created for foreign students seeking admission to undergraduate and graduate programmes in North America. The test hence is an assessment of English used in academic settings. On the other hand, the TOEIC® test assesses proficiency in business English.
The TOEIC® and the TOEFL® tests were developed by ETS to serve different purposes. Therefore, the design, content, context, and range of proficiency that each test measures are also different. The TOEFL® test was created for foreign students seeking admission to undergraduate and graduate programmes in North America. The test hence is an assessment of English used in academic settings. On the other hand, the TOEIC® test assesses proficiency in business English. Organisations that document employees’ English proficiency and individuals who want to demonstrate their ability to use English in the global workplace would use the TOEIC® test.
