The GMAT is the Graduate Management Admission Test, a test meant for people who wish to pursue graduate study of business. Most graduate schools of business use the GMAT as one of the criteria by which they assess potential students. However, the GMAT exam does not test any specific knowledge in business or other subjects. Rather, it tests the "mental intelligence" and the ability to make decision under time pressure. The weight given to the GMAT when applying to a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program varies from school to school, with some giving it a great deal of importance and others focusing much more on an interview or prior experience in the business world.
The GMAT is a standardized test that is somewhat similar to other admission tests, such as the SAT or Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The GMAT consists of two main sections, a written section with two essays and a quantitative and verbal section.
Format of GMAT |
Section |
Questions |
Time(min.) |
Analytical Writing Assessment
Essay(Argument)
Essay(Issue) |
1 Topic
1 Topic
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30
30
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Rest Break |
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5 |
Quantitative
Problem Solving & Data Sufficiency |
37 Question
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75
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Rest Break |
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5 |
Verbal
Sentence Correction
Comprehensive & critical Reasoning |
41 Question
|
75
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Total |
4 Hours (approx) |
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Benefits of a High GMAT Score : |
- A high score will increase the chances of admission in top Business Schools.
- Visa Officers also give weightage to high GMAT scores while considering Visa applications.
- Chances of getting Scholarships / Financial Aid are bright with a high GMAT score.
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