ETS Global celebrates the 1 millionth TOEIC® test scored in France - 11/12/2008

ETS Global celebrated the scoring of the 1 millionth TOEIC test in France on the 2nd of December at the Maison des Ingénieurs des Arts et Métiers (MIAM). The programme included a prize ceremony to honour the millionth TOEIC candidate, as well as chosen clients and partners for the role they play in making the TOEIC test a success in France; an interactive treasure hunt at the Musée du Quai Branly, and cocktail and dinner. Participants included clients and partners, ETS Global employees, and of course, the lucky winner himself.

The ‘millionth’ ceremony was hosted by Alain Daumas (Country Manager, France) and Dana Allen (Director, Marketing and Communications). The theme for the event was ‘English as a link between world cultures’. As Dana noted, “Speaking English has now become a question of ability to compete in the international environment. The stakes are high, and it is only fitting that a historic milestone for ETS Global, involving a high-stakes assessment, should be celebrated.” The scoring of the 1 millionth TOEIC test in France shows the gaining importance of the test here and is indicative of the fact that France wants to participate in the big league in economics, research and international business.

The trophy for the millionth test scored was awarded to Thierry Calando, a project manager from PSA (Peugot Citroën). He was also awarded a coupon worth 1000 euros for a journey for two to London.

Other award categories and winners included:

• The first ‘corporate’ TOEIC test scored after the millionth test: PSA
• The first ‘university’ TOEIC test scored after the millionth test: Université de Tours
• The first ‘business school’ TOEIC test scored after the millionth test: Ecole Supérieure de Commerce Chambery
• The first ‘engineering school’ TOEIC test scored after the millionth test: Polytech Nantes

Representatives from these institutions were awarded trophies and each commended the TOEIC test, explaining its significance to their sector.

“The TOEIC test is successful today and enjoys the confidence of all because it offers a good balance between scientific reliability and economic reality,” pointed out Alain Daumas. “And what really drives this success is its simplicity, reliability, affordability and professionalism.”

ETS Global also honoured certain long-standing clients, including:

• INSA: Prize for Equality, in integrating handicapped students into the mainstream using the TOEIC test
• HEC: Prize for Excellence
• Groupe Renault: Prize for Innovation
• Westmill: Prize for Objectivity
• Conference des Grands Ecoles: Prize for a Results-Oriented Culture