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Who Is It For? For anyone aged 15+ who wants to certify their level of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA).
Skills Assessed Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
Issuing body Institut du monde arabe (IMA)
Certificate Validity 3 years from the date of the examination

An official certificate is issued upon successful completion. Contact us for current exam dates and registration details.

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Why This Exam

Official Certificate

CIMA is the first comprehensive and meaningful certification to assess modern standard Arabic. It was created to promote the Arabic language by the Arab World Institute in Paris, a unique cultural bridge between France and the Arab nations, in partnership with the French National Education agency responsible for French language proficiency tests & diplomas (CIEP).

The CIMA is intended for anyone over the age of 15. A certificate it is an essential step in structuring and assessing the quality of language teaching. It is also an important tool for businesses, organizations and training centers. The exam’s duration is approximately 3 hours.

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