The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a computer adaptive test (CAT) used as an admission requirement for business administration programs worldwide. The GMAT measures verbal, mathematical, analytical, and writing skills that students developed over time. For more information, take a look at our GMAT infographic.
WHAT IS THE GMAT?
GMAT FORMAT
| GMAT Test Section | # of Questions | Content | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANALYTICAL WRITING ASSESSMENT | 1 Topic | Analysis of an Argument | 30 minutes |
| INTEGRATED REASONING | 12 questions | Multi-Source Reasoning Graphics Interpretation Two-Part Analysis Table Analysis |
30 minutes |
| QUANTITATIVE | 37 questions | Data Sufficiency Problem Solving |
75 minutes |
| VERBAL | 41 questions | Reading Comprehension Critical Reasoning Sentence Correction |
75 minutes |
GMAT TEST DATES
The GMAT® exam is administered by Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and offered year-round and on demand at test centers around the world. As of Spring 2020, it is also offered online at-home. For more information and to schedule an appointment to take the exam, visit http://www.mba.com/.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Don’t stop here! Check out our blog for new posts about preparing for the GMAT. Below are a few posts you may find useful.
WHICH TEST SHOULD I TAKE – GRE OR GMAT?
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HOW TO AVOID THE MISTAKE OF GENERIC MBA APPLICATION ESSAYS
On the surface, many applicants to elite MBA programs share similar backgrounds and traits. They are ambitious, driven, accomplished, and have strong academic records and impressive test scores. In short, they are leaders and achievers. But just because candidates share these characteristics… READ MORE
WHAT IS A GOOD GMAT SCORE?
Do the qualifications change depending on the school? Can the same score mean something different from one candidate to another? Here is a breakdown… READ MORE
