Expert coaching to pass the DFP exam with confidence and improve your professional French.
Introduction
The DFP – Diplôme de Français Professionnel, created by the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Paris (CCI), is one of the most recognized professional French certifications worldwide.
It proves your ability to work professionally in French, whether in Switzerland, France, Belgium, international organizations, or private companies.
If you are aiming for a promotion, mobility, a new job, or credibility in your field, preparing the DFP is a strategic career move.
This page explains how to prepare effectively, what the exam expects, and how my coaching helps you succeed.
What Is the DFP?
The Diplôme de Français Professionnel evaluates your ability to use French in real professional contexts:
meetings, emails, reports, presentations, negotiation, customer relations, HR and business tasks.
There are several versions depending on your sector:
- DFP Affaires (B1–C1)
- DFP Relations Internationales
- DFP Médical
- DFP Tourisme-Hôtellerie-Restauration
- DFP Juridique
- DFP Secretariat / Administration
- DFP Sciences & Techniques
The exam measures your ability to communicate effectively and professionally, not just your grammar knowledge.
Why Take the DFP?
Professionals choose the DFP for many reasons:
✔ To validate their level of French for employment
✔ To strengthen their CV for international careers
✔ To meet internal HR language requirements
✔ To work more confidently with French-speaking colleagues
✔ To prepare for a mobility or promotion
✔ To gain credibility in meetings and presentations
The DFP is accepted by companies, universities, governments, NGOs, and international organizations.
DFP Levels and What They Mean
| Level | Meaning | Professional Ability |
|---|---|---|
| A2 | Beginner Professional | Simple tasks, basic communication |
| B1 | Operational | Participate in meetings, write short emails |
| B2 | Autonomous | Handle complex situations, reports, interactions |
| C1 | Advanced | Lead meetings, negotiate, manage complex documents |
Most professionals aim for B1/B2, and managers or senior staff often target C1.
Exam Structure
The DFP typically includes two main categories:
1. Written Tasks
Examples include:
- Writing emails
- Summarizing documents
- Responding to client inquiries
- Completing administrative tasks
- Producing reports or professional notes
2. Oral Tasks
You may be asked to:
- Present a document or product
- Respond to questions
- Simulate a professional interaction
- Conduct or participate in a meeting
- Handle a conflict or negotiation
- Give your opinion clearly
The oral exam focuses on clarity, structure, and professional tone.
Common Difficulties for Candidates
The DFP is much more professional than other French exams.
Candidates often struggle with:
❌ Not knowing the right structure for emails and reports
❌ Lack of vocabulary for their sector
❌ Difficulty expressing ideas clearly under pressure
❌ Not understanding what the examiner evaluates
❌ Freezing during the oral simulation
❌ Writing too much or too little
My coaching solves these issues with targeted methods.
How My DFP Preparation Works
1. Diagnostic Session
We identify your level, strengths, weaknesses, and your sector’s vocabulary.
2. Learning Professional Structures
You will learn ready-to-use templates for:
- Emails
- Reports
- Instructions
- Notes internes
- Summaries
- Formal and informal communication
3. Oral Simulations
We reproduce real exam conditions:
- Client interactions
- Problem-solving
- Negotiation
- Professional questions
- Presenting a document
You learn how to speak clearly, professionally, and persuasively.
4. Vocabulary by Sector
If needed, we adapt to your area:
- International organizations
- Finance
- HR
- Health / medicine
- Law
- Management
- IT and tech
- Engineering
- Tourism and service industries
5. Writing Practice + Corrections
You will write real exam-style tasks, and I will correct:
- Structure
- Tone
- Vocabulary
- Accuracy
- Clarity
6. Mock Exams (Optional)
Full simulation of the exam, with scoring and improvement plan.
Who Is This Coaching For?
This program is ideal for:
- Professionals in Switzerland, France, Belgium
- International staff (UN, WHO, WTO, ICRC, World Bank, NGOs…)
- Students preparing a professional certification
- Job seekers in French-speaking environments
- Managers and executives aiming for B2/C1
- Anyone who needs a recognized professional French diploma
How Long to Prepare?
Average preparation times:
- A2 → B1: 8–12 weeks
- B1 → B2: 10–16 weeks
- B2 → C1: 12–20 weeks
- Focused short-term preparation: 3–6 weeks
(Depending on your availability and intensity.)
Why Prepare with a Coach?
Most candidates fail because they study general French, not professional French.
With coaching, you get:
✔ Targeted strategies
✔ Real exam simulations
✔ Personalized feedback
✔ Professional vocabulary
✔ Fast improvement
✔ Confidence for oral tasks
This is the difference between “hoping to pass” and being ready to succeed.
Ready to Prepare for the DFP?
If you want structured learning, real exam practice, and fast progress, I can help you succeed your DFP certification with confidence.
👉 Start your DFP preparation here:
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Let’s make your professional French certification a powerful step in your career.