Who Can take the test?

The DFP-test is open for all applicants who wish to certify their skills in French business communication. You do not need to be a student at the Norwegian School of Economics to take the test. For students at NHH, the courses FRA21 (A1-A2-level, spring semester) and FRA22 (B1-level, autumn semester) can be taken in preparation for the test.

The DFP-certificate is issued and administered by La Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris Île-de-France (Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Paris).

The DFP-test is offered at 124 universities and university colleges all over the world, and it is used to test students’ French level at the 32 schools in the CEMS-collaboration (The Global Alliance in Management Education). The Diplômes de francais des Affaires certificate is also acknowledged at several European departments.

When and where is the test?

The test is arranged two times each year, all levels (A1-C1).

The test is arranged in May and in November/December at the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), Helleveien 30, 5045 Bergen. Specific dates can be found in the application form that is published in February/August each year.

You must meet physically at NHH to take the test.

How much does it cost to take the DFP-test?

A1-A2: NOK 900,-

B1-level: NOK 1100,-

B2-C1: NOK 1200,-

The fee covers both the examination fee to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry and administrative costs at NHH. Please notice that prices are subject to change in line with increased prices from the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

How do I sign up for the test?

A link to the application form is published online in February for the tests that take place in May and in August for the tests that take place in November/December. The specific dates for the tests at NHH will then be accessible in the application form.

The next opportunity to take the DFP tests at levels A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1 is on 24 or 26 November.

The deadline for signing up for the test is 1 May for the tests that are held during the spring semester and 1 November for the tests that are held during the autumn semester. In autumn 2026, the deadline is 13 November.

You will receive information about time and place for attendance after the submission deadline.

You can find information concerning how you will be assessed, how you will receive your results, and how personal information is treated here.

How can I prepare for the test?

You can find tips and examples of previous tests on the Le français des affaires web pages. Some of the information is in French only, but some parts are also accessible in English.

For students at NHH, the courses FRA21 (A1-A2-level) and FRA22 (B1-level) are offered as preparations for the DFP-test. The courses will provide you with a good basis for successfully taking the DFP-test.

Do you have any questions?

You can find a lot of relevant information about Diplômes de francais des Affaires on their webpage.

Are you considering taking the test?

If you have registered for the test and have questions concerning the DFP-test Diplômes de francais des Affaires, do not hesitate to contact us!

E-mail: dfp@nhh.no