Most parents have the dream of sponsoring their kids to go abroad for further studies or career development. This has always been regarded as an enriching and challenging experience.

Because along with getting a place at college or university and finding better career opportunities, the student also gets the chance to experience new cultures, customs, and ideas that mold their personalities as a whole.

For your kid to get placement into any of these programs abroad there is a need to take an international exam. The type of exams and how many of them to take depends upon the level and the courses to study.

The following, however, are few of the major international examinations you may like to consider:

IGCSE

IGCSE is an abbreviation for International General Certificate for Secondary Education.

It is the world’s most popular international certification to end secondary school (equivalent to O level or UK GCSE) and it is taken before one proceeds to advance level or pre-university studies.

It is recognized by leading universities and employers worldwide and can be your international passport to progression and success. It has been developed for over 25 years now, has been tried, tested and is trusted by many schools worldwide.

Who Should Take the IGCSE? It must be considered for the student between 14 to 16 years of age who are approaching their end of secondary education. IGCSE can be your gateway to higher education or professional studies abroad.

IELTS

IELTS is an International English Language Testing System, a test designed to assess the language ability of non-native speakers of English for admissions into higher education and other purposes.

IELTS tests all four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.

Who Should Take the IELTS? There are two versions of IELTS. The Academic Module which is intended for students who want to study in higher education where English is the language used for communication. The General Training Module designed for those planning to study in secondary education, non-degree bearing programs, or vocational training.

TOEFL

The TOEFL test is the most widely respected English-language test in the world, recognized by more than 9,000 colleges, universities, and agencies. The TOEFL iBT test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level and how well you combine your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to perform academic tasks.

Who Should Take the TOEFL?Students planning to study at a higher education institution, English-language learning program admissions, and exit, scholarship and certification candidates, English-language learners who want to track their progress and students and workers applying for visas.

SAT

The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) is a globally recognized exam used for college admissions – your exam scores are used as a predictor of your success in college. This exam is typically taken in your junior or senior year of high school and will test your abilities in reading, writing, and math.

The SAT consists of multiple-choice questions and an essay that measures the skills you’ve developed in school and your ability to apply those skills. The test includes two sections and comprised of three tests: Reading, Math, Writing & Language, plus an optional Essay. Some schools may require the Essay, so be sure to ask before you take the SAT.

Who Should Take the SAT? Students applying to a four-year undergraduate program at a college or university in the United States may be required to take an admission test such as the SAT.

GRE

There are two tests for GRE. General Test and Subject Tests.

The GRE General Test measures your verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills-skills that have been developed over a long period of time and are not related to a specific field of study but are important overall.

The GRE Subject Tests are achievement tests that measure your knowledge of a particular field of study.

Who Should Take the GRE?Prospective graduate and business school applicants from all around the world who are interested in pursuing a master’s, MBA, specialized master’s in business or doctoral degree take the GRE General Test.

GRE Subject Tests are intended for students who have an undergraduate major or extensive background in one of these six disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Literature in English, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology.

GMAT

The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) exam is a standardized test used around the world to gauge the academic potential for graduate study in business and management.

The GMAT exam is accepted by more than 5,800 business and management programs around the world and has been used in the admission process for over 60 years.

There are four sections of the GMAT exam: Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative, and Verbal.

Who Should Take the GMAT? Students applying to graduate management or business programs can take the GMAT exam.

The GMAT exam is used in admissions decisions by more than 5,300 graduate management programs worldwide.

These exams as you’ve read above are but a few of the major exams you might want to consider.

Make your due diligence and investigate for yourself.

By doing, you would be taking a huge step towards the advancement of your wards academic or career success

Conclusion

An international exam provides a yardstick for educators to evaluate the performance of students and schools, measuring it against state and international standards.

What international exams or test above are you preparing your child for?

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