Tag: GMAT
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Tackling the Reading comprehension section of GMAT
The Verbal section of the GMAT will contain two written passages (each between 400 – 600 words long) followed by a series of questions. Passages can be about any subject, but the most common themes are politics, history, science, business and the humanities. Most readers find the passages difficult because the subject matter is dry…
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The Truth About the GMAT
The GMAT is not as scary as it sounds, and a lot of graduate students will tell youit is one of the only things about the application process that is in your control. You may not be able to change your GPA or work history but you can dramatically alter your GMAT score with some…
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How long are the GMAT and/or GRE scores good for assuming you wanted to work a year or two before applying to graduate school?
GMAT and GRE scores are good for five years. If you’re thinking of taking some time off before going to graduate school, I definitely recommend taking any standardized test while you’re still in school now. Otherwise, it will be more challenging to refresh your math and certain other skills that you may not use often…
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When to take the GMAT
Taking the GMAT during the senior year of your undergraduate work or shortly thereafter is recommended, rather than waiting until after work experience is gained. This is because students score higher while they are still in the academic or test-taking “mode.” It is suggested that the GMAT be taken several months before the application deadline…
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Cracking the GMAT
It’s easy to forget that the MBA is an academic program, but having to take the GMAT before applying quickly reminds people of this fact. Personally I focused on the GMAT aiming for 800. The other day, I was listening to some guys talking, and one was saying “if only I can get above 700,…