GMAT

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About GMAT

The GMAT or Graduate Management Admission Test is the most crucial part of the application process for universities abroad. The GMAT exam is a computer-based multiple-choice standardized exam that is usually required for Masters programs admission, and particularly Masters in Business Administration (MBA) admissions around the world.

The GMAT test is created and administered by GMAC, a test-maker, to give universities a standardized measure to evaluate the preparedness of applicants for graduate-level studies. The GMAT score, as well as work experience, academic record, and supporting papers of students, are checked by the admission committees of universities to evaluate the preparedness of students for the rigors of a Master’s program or MBA program.

Basics of GMAT

The GMAT exam consists of four Section, here are the details of these sections;

Section	Time allowed	Number of Questions	Type of Questions	Score range
Analytical Writing Assessment	30 minutes	1 question	• Analysis of an Argument	0-6 (in 0.5-point increments)
Integrated Reasoning	30 minutes	12 question	• Graphics Interpretation • Table Analysis • Multi-source Reasoning • Two-part Analysis	1-8 (in 1-point increments)
Quantitative Reasoning	1 hour and 2 minutes	31 question	• Data • Sufficiency • Problem Solving	6-51 (in 1-point increments)
Verbal Reasoning	I hour and 5 minutes	36 question	• Reading Comprehension • Critical Reasoning • Sentence Correction	6-51 (in 1-point increments)

1.Analytical Writing Assessment – examines critical thinking ability and ability of students to communicate ideas.

2.Integrated Reasoning – examines the ability of student to analyze and evaluate data presented in multiple formats.

3.Quantitative Reasoning – examines the ability students to analyze data and make conclusions based on reasoning.

4.Verbal Reasoning – assesses ability of students to read and comprehend written content, analyze arguments, and edit and rectify written materials according to the grammar standard General Facts (good score)

Why GMAT?

If you are someone looking to get admission in the MBA program abroad, then the GMAT exam is the most suitable exam for you. The GMAT exam is specifically designed to evaluate students who are applying for admissions in business schools, therefore taking the GMAT will have a greater influence over GRE when applying for business schools. The GMAT exam demonstrates to business schools that you are serious about pursuing a graduate degree in business administration. It also shows your dedication and readiness for the demands of a graduate business school. Therefore, I would suggest that people who apply for business schools should prefer the GMAT over the GRE.

GMAT Eligibility Criteria

Although there are no specific eligibility criteria for GMAT exam, let look at some of the eligibility criteria student must consider before applying for the exam.

Age – student above 18 years old or above can take the exam, and there is no upper age limit

Qualifications – the qualification is not specified by the GMAT’s governing body; however, the test score are used to apply for master’s program or MBA abroad, therefore student should take the test completing undergraduate studies or during the course of study.

General Facts about GMAT

A candidate is can take the GMAT exam five times in a year.
A candidate is allowed to only attempt the exam 8 times in his/her lifetime.
If a candidate secures the highest possible GMAT score, he or she has to wait to five years to retake the exam.