PROGOS

language

English

日本語

language

English

日本語

language

English

日本語

Currently
the most used
English Speaking test
in Japan.

*Number of test takers per year who are fully compliant with the international CEFR standards
for language assessment (Based on our research)

Business-level English speaking skills test

PROGOS®is a system that evaluates English speaking skills based on business situations, including giving presentations,
building relationships with colleagues and clients, expressing opinions, negotiating, and providing explanations.
It is a 20-minute test asking mostly open-ended questions.
The automated evaluation feature can return results within just a few minutes.

  • Reliable assessment criteria

    Fully aligned with the internationally recognized CEFR standards for language assessment.

  • Quick feedback

    Test-takers will get their results from their 20-minute (on average) test in about two minutes after taking the test online.

  • Cost efficient

    At USD 5.00 per test, it is a fraction of the cost in comparison to other English Speaking Skills examinations.

Test conforms to the internationally recognized CEFR

 The PROGOS®evaluation is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the universal standard for evaluating a person's command of foreign languages using a standardized criteria. CEFR is also the international standard for assessing English skills that is widely used in schools, educational institutions, academic research institutes and business corporations around the world.

 The CEFR evaluation's index levels are as follows: beginner learner at the elementary level from Pre-A1 to A2, intermediate learner who can communicate independently from B1 to B2, and proficient advanced learner from C1 to C2.

What you are able to do if you can speak English at the given CEFR level

You are competent enough to work overseas. B2 High and above Can spontaneously give a detailed presentation about a wide range of topics. Can actively engage in conversations about a wide range of topics using a wide range of colloquial expressions
B2 Can give a prepared, detailed presentation provided the topic is of personal interest. Can participate in a discussion about topics of interest using a sufficient range of words and expressions
You can work comfortably in an English-speaking environment. B1 High Can give a reasonably smooth presentation about social situations of personal interest. Can maintain a social conversation by providing detailed explanations
B1 Can give more details about familiar topics using a wide range of words, phrases, and expressions. Can maintain a social conversation using a wide range of simple words and expressions
A2 High Can talk about topics related to everyday life using a series of simple words, phrases, and sentences. Can interact in predictable everyday situations using a wide range of basic words and expressions
A2 Can talk about a range of familiar topics using a series of simple phrases and sentences. Can give basic information and simple opinions on familiar topics using a series of phrases and sentences
A1 High Can talk about a limited range of familiar topics using simple words and basic phrases in a limited range of sentence structures. Can ask and answer simple questions about familiar topics using a limited range of expressions
A1 Can give personal information (e.g. family, daily routine, hobby) using memorized expressions. Can ask and answer questions about personal topics using memorized expressions
Pre-A1 Can give personal information (e.g. family, daily routine, hobby) using memorized expressions. Can ask and answer questions about personal topics using memorized expressions

Test format

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 Prof. Yukio Tono, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, is an advisor for PROGOS®. Prof. Tono is a leading authority in CEFR research. We interviewed him to ask why CEFR should be used for business English skills assessment.

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Prof. Yukio Tono, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies

PROGOS®achievements

 As a test that evaluates practical business English speaking proficiently. PROGOS®has been introduced and used for a variety of purposes such as: the visualization of the English proficiency of job applicants; the creation of an English learning index for global talent development in companies; and as a requirement for promotion. Over 600 companies and educational institutions have introduced PROGOS®.

Case study

Amazon G.K. uses the PROGOS® test in their new graduate hiring process

The recruitment process utilizes the PROGOS® testing method in accordance with Amazon's corporate philosophy.

 The Chairperson of PROGOS Inc., Ms. Ando interviewed Amazon employees about their values and recruitment practices based on the corporate philosophy "Our Leadership Principles" and the use of PROGOS®.

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Awards