Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre - Alliance Française de Moldavie - MD002

What Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre - Alliance Française de Moldavie - MD002 does

The Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre (MD002), operated by Alliance Française de Moldavie, is a non-profit authorised examination and language training centre headquartered in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova. Founded in 2013, it was the first approved Cambridge English exam centre in the country and has since grown to operate three physical locations in Chișinău, Bălți, and Cahul with seven employees. The centre administers the full range of Cambridge English qualifications spanning Pre A1 Young Learners through C2 Proficiency, including for-schools variants, and provides associated teaching qualifications such as CELTA, TKT, and Delta Module One, with CELTA delivered exclusively by this centre in Moldova.

Beyond examinations, the centre runs general English courses (A1-C2) and exam preparation courses for Cambridge, IELTS, and TOEFL, offered in group, semi-individual, and individual formats both face-to-face and online. Pricing for exams ranges from 1,500 MDL for Young Learners Starters to 4,600 MDL for Delta Module One, with CELTA priced at 1,400 EUR (early bird). In March 2024, the centre introduced the Inspera digital platform enabling computer-based exam delivery, expanding scheduling flexibility. Disclosed cumulative reach includes 760 students and 1,085 exam candidates, with pass rates of 87% at B2 First and 92% at C1 Advanced, supporting Gold Preparation Centre status granted by Cambridge English.

Revenue is generated through five streams: one-time exam registration fees, recurring language course subscriptions, CELTA teacher training (one-time), results enquiry/appeal services, and certificate replacement/amendment services. Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-consumer with both in-person registration at the three physical sites and online registration via Google Forms, supported by a website (english.alfr.md) and Facebook page (CambridgeEnglishMoldova). The centre holds exclusive Cambridge English authorisation in Moldova, with no disclosed venture or private equity ownership, and operates as a programme under the Alliance Française de Moldavie cultural institution.

Name

Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre - Alliance Française de Moldavie - MD002

Legal name

Alliance Française de Moldavie

Website

https://english.alfr.md

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre (MD002), operated by Alliance Française de Moldavie, is Moldova's first authorised Cambridge English exam centre (since 2013), delivering Cambridge English exams, CELTA teacher training, and English language courses across three locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Testing and Training Services

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Language Schools (611630), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Language Proficiency Exam Prep (CEFR, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE) (EDANACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

English Test Preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, etc.) (EDAAACAJ), English Proficiency & International Admissions Exams (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo) Prep (EDANABAC), Teacher Training & Language Teaching Certifications (e.g., CELTA/DELTA) (EDAIAEAI)

Keywords

• English language exams
• Cambridge qualifications
• Language training services
• Teacher certification
• Exam preparation courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Chișinău

HQ country

Moldova

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Cambridge English Exam Registration Fees: Revenue from candidates registering for various Cambridge English exams including A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, Young Learners, TKT, CELTA, and Delta Module One. Fees are charged per exam and vary by exam type.
2. English Language Courses: Revenue from general English courses and exam preparation courses offered in group (6-14 students), semi-individual (3-5 students), and individual formats. Courses range from A1 to C2 level.
3. CELTA Teacher Training: Revenue from CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) qualification courses. Includes early bird fees (1400 EUR) and non-refundable fees (200 EUR). Sessions offered from October 2025 through summer 2026.
4. Results Enquiry and Appeal Services: Fees charged for clerical rechecks and full re-marks of exam papers. Stage 1 clerical recheck, Stage 2 full re-mark (1850 MDL for KET/PET/BEC P, 2700 MDL for others), and Appeal Procedure (4450 MDL).
5. Certificate Services: Fees for certificate replacements, certifying statements (300 MDL), notary public certifying statements (3700 MDL), name amendments (1100 MDL), and damaged certificate replacements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The centre administers the full range of Cambridge English language proficiency exams (Young Learners, A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, plus CELTA, TKT, and Delta teaching qualifications) and delivers English language courses (General English, Exam Preparation, Business/Occupational/Academic/Conversational English, IELTS, TOEFL) in group, semi-individual, and individual formats, both face-to-face and online. It also provides post-exam services such as results enquiries, appeals, and certificate replacement.

Product overview

Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre (MD002), operated by Alliance Française de Moldavie, is the first and leading authorized Cambridge English exam centre in the Republic of Moldova since 2013. The centre offers the full range of Cambridge English language proficiency exams (A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency) in both standard and for-schools versions, plus Young Learners exams (Starters, Movers, Flyers) for children aged 5-12. The centre also provides teaching qualifications including CELTA, TKT, and Delta Module One. In addition to exams, the centre delivers comprehensive language training services including General English courses (A1-C2), Exam Preparation courses, Business/Corporate English, Occupational English (Medical, Legal, Financial), Academic English, and Conversational English, available in group, semi-individual, and individual formats both face-to-face and online. The centre operates under a Gold Preparation Centre status from Cambridge English and recently launched digital exam delivery through the Inspera platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cambridge English Exams (A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency) Internationally recognized English language proficiency exams delivered in standard and for-schools versions, administered at the centre for individual candidates seeking qualifications for education, work, immigration, or personal development. B2 First and C1 Advanced success allows exemption from the Moldovan Baccalaureate English exam.
• Young Learners Exams (Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers) Cambridge English qualifications for children aged 5-12, including Pre A1 Starters (priced at 1,500 MDL), A1 Movers, and A2 Flyers exams. Designed for school-age learners and administered at the centre.
• CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Most widely recognized English teaching qualification worldwide, delivered as full-time face-to-face courses exclusively at this centre. The Alliance Française de Moldavie is the only accredited CELTA centre in Chișinău and the only provider in Moldova. Includes supervised teaching practice. Early-bird fee 1,400 EUR plus a non-refundable fee of 200 EUR.
• Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Modules 1-3, CLIL, YL Modular teaching qualifications testing knowledge in specific areas of English language teaching. Cost-effective internationally recognized teaching qualification priced at 1,700 MDL per module.
• Delta Module One Advanced teaching qualification providing theoretical foundation for English language classroom teaching across various contexts. Priced at 4,600 MDL.
• General English Courses English courses ranging from A1 to C2 CEFR levels, offered in group (6-14 students, 3,800 MDL for 44 hours), semi-individual (3-5 students, 4,000 MDL for 34 hours), and individual (1 student, 4,200 MDL for 35 hours; alternative 2,600 MDL) formats. Available both face-to-face and online.
• Exam Preparation Courses Comprehensive preparation courses for Cambridge English exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency, Young Learners, A2 Key, B1 Preliminary) and IELTS (5,000 MDL for 35 hours) and TOEFL (4,300 MDL for 25 hours). Available in group (6-14 students), semi-individual (3-5 students), and individual formats.
• Business and Occupational English Courses Business/Corporate English and specialised Occupational English courses for professional fields including medical, legal, and financial sectors. Individual Occupational/Business English course priced at 2,800 MDL for 10 hours.
• Digital Cambridge English Exams via Inspera Platform Computer-based administration of Cambridge English Qualifications through the Inspera digital platform, allowing more flexible exam scheduling. The platform was launched at the centre in early March 2024.
• Results Enquiry and Appeal Services Post-exam services including Stage 1 clerical rechecks, Stage 2 full re-marks (1,850 MDL for KET/PET/BEC P; 2,700 MDL for others), and the Appeal Procedure (4,450 MDL) for candidates seeking to challenge their exam results.
• Certificate Replacement and Notary Services Administrative services for lost or damaged certificates, including certifying statements (300 MDL), notary public certifying statements (3,700 MDL), name amendments on certificates (1,100 MDL), and damaged certificate replacements.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Cambridge English (Cambridge Assessment English)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Cambridge English is the exam board and certifying authority that authorizes the centre to administer Cambridge English exams. The centre operates as an Authorised Exam Centre (MD002) and received accreditation to become a Cambridge English exam centre in 2013. The partnership provides access to the full range of Cambridge English qualifications including exams and teaching qualifications.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• IDP Education: Global operator of IELTS test centres and English language student placement services. Operates authorized IELTS centres worldwide including in Eastern Europe, competing for the same English proficiency testing demand that MD002 serves with Cambridge English exams.
• EF Education First: One of the world's largest private English language school operators, offering general English, exam preparation (including Cambridge and IELTS), and teacher training. Comparable in offering breadth but operates at vastly larger scale and with proprietary curriculum rather than licensed Cambridge authorization.
• Wall Street English: Global English language school franchise with proprietary methodology, offering general English and business English courses. Comparable in adult learner segment and multi-format delivery but does not specialize in Cambridge exam preparation.
• British Council: Global British cultural organization that administers English exams and language courses in dozens of countries including Eastern Europe. Directly comparable operating model to MD002, offering IELTS, Cambridge English, and English language instruction, though at much larger scale and as a broader cultural/SIG entity.
• Kaplan International Languages: Major English language school operator offering exam preparation (IELTS, Cambridge, TOEFL) and general English courses across multiple countries. Comparable in exam prep product set but typically serves higher-volume international student markets.

Others

• Cambridge Assessment English: Parent exam board and certifying authority that grants MD002 its authorization. Not a peer in commercial sense but the licensing and brand partner; comparable organizations include ETS (TOEFL) and Pearson (PTE) which authorize competing test centres globally.

Direct peers

• Eurocentres: Network of language schools specializing in English and other major languages, with strong exam preparation offerings (Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL). Operates in a similar mid-sized, multi-location authorized-centre model to MD002.
• Alliance Française (other branches): Global network of French language and cultural centres, many of which have diversified into English exam preparation services similar to MD002. The Alliance Française de Moldavie parent organization provides direct operability comparison, with sister branches offering parallel Cambridge English or other English exam services.
• International House (IH World): Global network of language schools and CELTA teacher training centres. Directly comparable in teacher training (CELTA) and English language instruction, with a similar authorized-centre model serving local markets in multiple countries.

Regional players

• British Council Moldova: Local British Council presence in Moldova offering English exams and courses. Most direct in-market competitor for MD002, competing for the same student and corporate English training demand in Chisinau and other Moldovan cities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CambridgeEnglishMoldova
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cambridge-english-exam-centre-md002

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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