{"id":481,"date":"2013-07-01T19:20:20","date_gmt":"2013-07-01T19:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/?p=481"},"modified":"2020-10-04T17:39:48","modified_gmt":"2020-10-04T17:39:48","slug":"getting-to-know-gmat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/getting-to-know-gmat\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting to know GMAT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduate Management Test also known as GMAT for short is popular and widely recognized as MBA admission test all over the world. Currently, GMAT is a test accepted for getting admission in a variety of educational institutions all over the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/getting-to-know-gmat\/#1_Whats_GMAT\" >1. What\u2019s GMAT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/getting-to-know-gmat\/#2_Format_of_GMAT\" >2. Format of GMAT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/getting-to-know-gmat\/#3_Why_GMAT\" >3. Why GMAT?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/getting-to-know-gmat\/#4_How_to_prepare_for_GMAT\" >4. How to prepare for GMAT?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Whats_GMAT\"><\/span>1. What\u2019s GMAT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT is a computer adaptive test divided into three main sections which include quantitative, verbal, and analytical reasoning. Apart from these sections, there is one analytical writing assessment test abbreviated as AWA. Majority of business schools demand their MBA aspirants to submit their GMAT scores in order to get admission. More than 1500 universities in 83 countries accept GMAT scores.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Format_of_GMAT\"><\/span>2. Format of GMAT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The format of GMAT is quite simple consisting of four time divisions where the quantitative section has a total 37 questions with a time limit of 75 minutes. Verbal section consists of 41 questions for 75 minutes and the newly introduced reasoning section has 12 questions with 30 minutes provided for answers. Finally the AWA, and for that, candidates are offered a total 30 minutes to answer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_GMAT\"><\/span>3. Why GMAT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT is considered to be the ideal test for those who seek admission in prestigious institutions. There are several reasons why you should opt for GMAT. Some of them are mentioned below.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT fulfills the assessment tool for a candidate&#8217;s academic abilities, which is one major factor for MBA admissions. If the score is too low, then it depicts that the applicant is not suitable for a management program or maybe just underprepared.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT also gives candidates the chance to stand against those with experience and higher degrees. GMAT offers a fair chance to show their quantitative, verbal, and reasoning ability.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The score reflects the level of dedication given by the applicant and his overall analytical knowledge, problem solving abilities and management aptitude.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GMAT also serves as an excellent opportunity for those who underperformed in their undergraduate program and now they can show their skills by performing a lot better in the MBA program.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_to_prepare_for_GMAT\"><\/span>4. How to prepare for GMAT?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only way to crack GMAT is via rigorous practice and dedication. Don\u2019t take it lightly like some college exam where you studying all night and achieved high score like 800.<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best and recommended way of preparing is to start early about three months ago. If you dedicatedly study for three months then you will certainly achieve 700+ in your GMAT.<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick up the right materials and familiarize yourself with the format. Take sample tests and find your weakness. GMAT consists of different types of questions so learn and practice all tricks. Just answering the question is not enough, don&#8217;t forget to manage timings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, buckle up and make sure you stick to your study plan. This article gives you an idea on GMAT, its importance and how to prepare effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Graduate Management Test also known as GMAT for short is popular and widely recognized as MBA admission test all over the world. Currently, GMAT is a test accepted for getting admission in a variety of educational institutions all over the world. 1. What\u2019s GMAT? 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