Gwangju Chamber of Commerce, Continuous Implementation of National Technical Qualification Exams

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] The Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced on the 14th that it has been conducting office specialty qualification exams for 60 years to select talented individuals in the local industry and to strengthen employment and practical skills, based on its expertise as a representative economic organization of the region.

Representative qualification exams include Computer Utilization Skills (Level 1 and 2) and Word Processor (single level), which are considered essential certifications for students, job seekers, and office workers. There are also 12 specialized qualification evaluation exams such as Computerized Accounting Operator, Secretary, Hangul Shorthand, Distribution Manager, Trade English, Hanja, and FLEX (Foreign Language Proficiency Test).

Obtaining these certifications offers benefits such as special admissions and credit recognition at universities, as well as additional points during recruitment by government and public institutions. They also enhance qualifications in office work, accounting, taxation, distribution, marketing, and foreign languages, making them very popular among examinees.

In particular, the Computer Utilization Skills exam has seen an annual registration increase of over 15%, and due to its high practical applicability, it attracts strong interest from a wide range of age groups including examinees preferring office jobs, freshmen preparing for university entrance, and young professionals.

Additionally, interest in exams related to computerized accounting, distribution, and trade fields is growing, and it is expected that more examinees will take specialized qualification exams this year to build differentiated credentials amid the employment difficulties.

Moreover, the permanent testing centers have installed IBT (Internet Based Test) systems and dual monitors to digitalize the distribution of exam questions. Upgrading to the latest systems has improved readability, provided a comfortable testing environment, and minimized face-to-face contact, thereby significantly increasing examinee satisfaction.

A representative of Gwangju Chamber of Commerce and Industry stated, “If certifications are properly utilized in the field, job performance can be highly evaluated, and corporate work efficiency can be improved.” He added, “We will continue to strive to expand the range of benefits available upon obtaining qualifications.”

The Gwangju Chamber’s permanent testing centers operate year-round, with exams held every Tuesday at 10 a.m. Schedules can be checked on the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry Qualification Evaluation Project Team website. For more details, inquiries can be made to the Testing Project Team.

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