Private certification Business Documentation Certification
A test to determine your common sense skills when creating sentences at work. There are complicated rules and manners in writing for work. Let's take a look into the world of "Japanese for business.
The "onaka" in the addressee's name is common knowledge.
In adult society, we often have to produce "documents. There are many opportunities to have to write stiff sentences, such as reports within a company, letters of communication to business partners, and various types of greeting letters.
The Business Document Proficiency Test is a test to evaluate manners and general common sense when creating such documents in the business world.
For example, suppose a new employee is asked by his/her boss to prepare a document to be sent to the sales department of XX company. If you were the new employee, how would you write the address?
You cannot write "Dear Mr. XX Company Sales Department. The correct answer is "XX Company Sales Department, Gozu". It is common knowledge that "Sama" is for individuals, while "Onaka" is for companies and departments.
Creating business documents reduces problems at work.
In the business world, it is a general rule to communicate in writing, even if it could be done over the phone or orally. This is because it is easier for the other party to confirm the information, and if a problem arises, the document will remain as evidence, and there will be no need to argue over "what was said or not said.
In fact, the way to write such a document is rather complicated. There are many common practices, such as the example of "Gonchu" (in the middle of a letter), and the format varies depending on the recipient and the subject of the letter.
A document full of misspellings and omissions and a document written in good manners will give a different impression to the recipient, so you need to be very attentive.
The Business Document Proficiency Test is designed for university students preparing for job hunting and working adults who want to review their own document writing skills. Although it is still too early for elementary and junior high school students, it may become a familiar certification in the future.
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| Before (or after) employment | There are no restrictions on academic background or age to take this certification test. Many people take the exam for job hunting. |
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| cramming for exams | Buy a collection of problems and study. Some universities, junior colleges, and vocational schools offer preparatory courses for job hunting. |
| Passed! | Passing the certification will not guarantee you a job...but you will have acquired common sense as a member of society! |
| Aiming for a higher grade while working. | The most difficult level, Level 1, has a pass rate of around 20%. The passing rate for Level 1, the most difficult level, is around 20%. |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
（財）実務技能検定協会
ビジネス文書検定部
〒169-0075 東京都新宿区高田馬場1-4-15
TEL 03-3200-6675
