What is GMAT?

The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a standardized test used for admission into graduate business programs, such as an MBA (Master of Business Administration). It assesses your analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in English. The test is designed to evaluate your ability to succeed in a business school environment.

GMAT Structure:

• Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA):
  • One essay prompt.
  • Tests your ability to analyze an argument and write a coherent response.
• Integrated Reasoning (IR):
  • 12 questions.
  • Measures your ability to evaluate information from multiple sources (graphs, tables, text).
• Quantitative Reasoning:
  • 31 questions.
  • Focuses on arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
  • Problem-solving and data sufficiency questions.
• Verbal Reasoning:
  • 36 questions.
  • Tests reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and sentence correction.

How to Take the GMAT:

1. Register for the GMAT:
   • Visit the official GMAT website mba.com
   • Create an account and choose a testing location or opt for the online version.
2. Choose Your Test Format:
   • In-person: At a certified test center.
   • Online: Can be taken from home with remote proctoring.
3. Preparation:
   • Use official GMAT prep materials, courses, and mock tests.
   • GMAT is a computer-adaptive test (the difficulty of questions adapts based on your responses).
4. Score Reporting:
   • After the test, you can send your scores to business schools.
5. Retaking the GMAT:
   • You can retake the GMAT after 16 days, but no more than 5 times in a 12-month period.