The Graduate Management Admission Test, or GMAT, is a standardized, computer-adaptive exam used for admission to business school programs.

GMAT test is administered by GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council)

The GMAT test is accepted by many top universities around the world including India, as well as almost every university in the United States for admission in to their Business School

GMAT Scores are not only used for admission to a University they are also used for merit based scholarships.

Overview of GMAT:

The GMAT exam pattern consists of mainly four sections which test the candidate’s abilities. There are four main areas which are tested viz. – Analytical Writing, Reasoning, Verbal and Quantitative skills spanning approximately at 3 hours and 30 minutes. GMAT scored is calculated at ten-point increment for every correct answer in the Verbal and Quantitative sections whereas when it comes to the IR and AWA there’s an 8- and 6-point basis respectively.

In a recent update the GMAC announced that they are launching a feature known as the Select Section Order. This feature allows candidates the flexibility to select the order of the sections in which they can write their exam.

What Skills are tested on the GMAT Test

Section 1: Analytical Writing Assessment

This section has a 30-minute essay where you have to Examine and analysis the given argument.

Analysis of an Argument

  1. Figure out the reasoning behind an argument
  2.  Critically examine the same
  3.  present your answer in a methodical manner
  4.  Consider various viewpoints
  5.  Support your answer with appropriate examples and explanation

The scores for this section are on a six-point scale. Your essay is given two independent ratings and then an average is considered.

Section 2: Integrated Reasoning (IR)

This new section of the GMAT was introduced in June 2012. It has 12 questions with thirty minutes to answer this section. This section has replaced one of the AWA essays. It is scored in points of 1 to 8. This section has four different question types:

Table Analysis: The information is in a table format the questions have to be answered in T/F or Y/N

Graphics Interpretation: As the name suggests you have to fill in the answers using an image or graph given.

Multi-Source Reasoning: Here you have to gather information by clicking on the tabs provided. The data available may be presented either as text or in the form of charts, tables.

Two-Part Analysis: The answers in a table form have the two components occupying the first two columns and the answer options are to be given in the third column.

Section 3: Quantitative Section

This is the third section of the GMAT. You have to attempt 37 questions with 75 minutes to complete this section. The questions are designed to put your math skills to test. They revolve around basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry. This section has multiple choice questions that fall in the following two categories:

Data sufficiency

Problem solving questions

Section 4: GMAT Verbal Section

In this last section of the GMAT, you’ll have 75 minutes to answer 41 multiple choice questions.

There are three sub sections:

Reading comprehension: You are given a passage where you’ll have to understand the underlying meaning and grasp the relationship of the entities involved.

Critical reasoning: There are 14 questions in this section where you have to choose the correct answer choice from the given list. Usually by identifying the strengthening or weakening arguments.

Sentence correction: This part tests your familiarity with the English grammar rules. You have to select the answer choice that gives correct meaning to the sentence.

GMAT Scoring:

GMAT scores fall between 200 and 800. This combines performance on the verbal and quantitative sections. The other scores are 0-6 for the analytical writing assessment, and 1-8 for the integrated reasoning section. Remember that the GMAT is a computer-adaptive test, or CAT. Your GMAT score will be determined by the number of questions you answered correctly, and their respective level of difficulty.

Training:

We provide classroom Training, online Training (we do provide training in a batch and Individual 1 to 1 training)

The Aaigen GMAT training standards that we maintain is of the highest class. The resourcefulness of the course ware that we offer to the student’s is result and goal-oriented. Verbal Reasoning and Quant coaching in Aaigen does not fall short of any specific requirement.

The Highlights of the GMAT Training at Aaigen:

  • Expert Mentoring.
  • Complete Guidance from registration of exam till end
  • Air-conditioned classrooms
  • Including PPT based classes
  • Handouts for each class
  • A structured program
  • Program Sheet (Pre-work, Class work, Homework)
  • Mock Tests- That resemble actual GRE test
  • Practice Drills
  • Offer GMAT updates with the latest information
  • Knowledge skills, which is so essential to enhance the student’s acumen
  • 15 full length tests.

Why Aaigen GMAT Coaching Classes are Unique:

  • Convenient classroom timings.
  • 9 week Intensive classroom training where each topic is covered in detail
  • All doubts are cleared with one-to-one support.
  • No extra charge if Student would like to re sit for the exam with in the 6 months of the course duration.
  • Guidance on best time to take the exam, based on the students admission year to Universities and students potential.