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Editorial
MBA
GMAT Preparation Strategies
New York in October 2007. GMAC updated The difficulty of the GMAT comes Successful GMAT Preparation – Where to
Kaplan Test Preparation and Admissions on the from analytical skills, not just content Start?
latest research and development on the exam, as While the GMAT tests a variety of maths Before beginning your GMAT preparation, it is
well as reviewing common myths about the proficiencies, the difficulty of the questions very useful to obtain your starting score level, as
GMAT. There were some interesting points of does not necessarily well as assessing your
discussion at the event, which will be of interest to come from extremely strengths and weaknesses
all potential takers of the test: challenging content.
“Make sure your GMAT preparation
in each area. The best
According to GMAC, way to do this is to take
The GMAT is about more than "the first 10 it comes more from
focuses on content as well as critical
a full-length practice
questions" the logical and
thinking so that you can answer questions
GMAT. You can do this
It is often thought that because of the computer- analytical thinking at Kaplan’s London
adaptive format, the first questions in each section needed to answer
both quickly and accurately.”
Centre, which offers free
of the test are crucial to your final score. GMAC GMAT- style ques- GMAT Introduction
reports that while the first 10 questions on the exam tions. The maths for Sessions every week,
are important to the computer’s initial estimate of example, is actually high-school level maths, with consisting of a presentation on the GMAT
your performance level, every question on the test no calculus or trigonometry. Make sure your followed by a practice test. You will be given a
is important. The algorithm self-corrects to a GMAT preparation focuses on content as well as personal score report to take away with a full
student's "real ability level" as the test progresses, critical thinking so that you can answer questions breakdown of your overall score, sub-scores and
and it is important to pace yourself throughout the both quickly and accurately. strongest/weakest areas by question type and topic.
You will then need to develop specific
methods and strategies for approaching the
different question types on the GMAT. Test prepa-
ration books, courses and tutors will teach you
strategies and techniques for approaching
these question types. You should also study the
content of the test including the basics of algebra,
geometry and English grammar. It is also helpful
to brush-up on your mental arithmetic as no
calculators are allowed on the GMAT.
Do I Need a GMAT Preparation Course?
This depends on your starting level, so make sure
you take a practice test to get an idea of your current
score. Many people will benefit from a GMAT
preparation course which provides a structured
syllabus of lessons, homework and practice.
You can also gain advice from GMAT experts if
you have questions or concerns, as well as the
opportunity to study with other MBA applicants.
A preparation course is the one of the most
efficient ways to fit GMAT preparation into your
exam so you don't run out of time at the end. High-scorers log more studying hours busy life.
Remember, your final score is based on all the GMAT Score Average hours of study time (in and out of class)
questions you answered correctly, as well as their 700+ 114 Contact Kaplan for Further Advice or to
difficulty level. 600-690 104 Book a FREE GMAT Practice Test
550-590 100 If you have questions about the GMAT, how to
Leave no question unanswered < 500 82 prepare for it, or to book a free practice test please
GMAC emphasized the severe penalty for not Student-reported data. Data Source: GMAC (2005)
mba.com Registrants Survey contact Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions:
finishing the exam in time. It is estimated to impact Do not underestimate the amount of prepa-
your score even more than getting a few questions ration time required to get that high GMAT score. London: +44 (0)20 7930 3130
wrong, so make timing a fundamental part of your GMAC's research shows a strong correlation
www.kaptest.co.uk
GMAT preparation plan. By the time you get between the hours candidates spent on prepara-
london.center@kaplan.com
to the day of your test, you should aim to have taken tion, and their subsequent score (the table below Paris: +33 (0)1 45 66 55 33
enough full-length practice exams in order to be shows the results). NB: The number of hours of
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confident of your pacing. However in the worst study includes time spent both in and out of
paris.center@kaplan.com
case scenario, be sure to enter an answer for classes, for those students who took a GMAT
EVERY question in the exam to avoid any timing preparation course.
penalties.
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