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Study Tips for Your Best GMAT Exam
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Joining Us from GMAC
Ashok Sarathy Vice President, GMAT Program
Betsy McIntyre Director, Product Management
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Webinar Agenda The GMAT Integrated Reasoning How to Prepare Q&A
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What is the GMAT
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What is the GMAT?
5,400+ programs 2,000+ schools 90+ countries
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What is the GMAT? Continuous, secure testing available in
550+ test centers 110+ countries
Cost $250 USD, includes sending results to five (5) programs FREE
Candidates can retest once/month, up to five times in 12 months 20% take more than once Average 30 point gain Most schools accept the highest score
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What is the GMAT? Analytical Writing Assessment (30 minutes)
Analysis of an Argument
Integrated Reasoning (12 questions, 30 minutes)
Quantitative Reasoning (37 questions, 75 minutes)
Problem Solving Data Sufficiency
Verbal Reasoning (41 questions, 75 minutes)
Reading Comprehension Critical Reading Sentence Correction
Optional Break
Optional Break
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What is the GMAT?
Analyze the reasoning behind a given argument Formulate an appropriate and constructive critique of a specific
conclusion based on a specific line of thinking
Analytical Writing
Synthesize information Evaluate relevant information from multiple sources Organize, combine and manipulate information
Integrated Reasoning
Reason quantitatively Solve quantitative problems Recognize which information is relevant and sufficient
Quantitative Reasoning
Draw inferences from written materials Critically evaluate arguments Correct written material
Verbal Reasoning
Measures higher order thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation
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What is the GMAT?
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What is the GMAT?
Integrated Reasoning
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Convert Data
Evaluate Outcomes
Launched June, 2012
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What is the GMAT?
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What is the GMAT?
Multi-Source Reasoning
Test takers will be asked to use text, charts, and/or tables from two to three sources of information to
answer questions
http://www.gmac.com/gmat/next-generation-gmat-information-center/question-formats.aspx
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What is the GMAT?
Table Analysis
Test takers will be presented with a sortable table of information, which has to be analyzed to determine if answer statements are accurate
http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-764.aspx?next=yes
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What is the GMAT?
Graphics Interpretation
Test takers will be asked to interpret a graph or graphical image, and select
from a drop-down list to make response statements accurate
http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-275.aspx?next=yes
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What is the GMAT?
Two-Part Analysis
A question will involve two components for a solution. Possible
answers will be given in a table format with a column for each
component and rows with possible options; test takers will be asked to
consider the options provided
http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-157.aspx?next=yes
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Integrated Reasoning Score Scale
Does not affect your Quant or Verbal scores
Scale from 1 to 8 with intervals of 1
No Partial Credit Must answer all parts to a
question correctly to receive credit
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8
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Understand GMAT Scores
Scores are valid for five years Reports include the scaled score and percentile Percentile rankings are on mba.com
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Relevance of IR
Graduate Management Education Corporate Environment
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5 Key Facts
Integrated Reasoning is a 30-minute section of 12 questions with a separate score.
Quantitative and Verbal sections have not changed. Integrated Reasoning replaced the AWA Analysis of an Issue
essay. Scores valid for 5 years.
Over 5,400 programs worldwide take GMAT scores.
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How does the GMAT Fit in with Admissions Part of a Balanced Admissions Process
GMAT Value to Admissions Academic potential Compare across all applicants
Value to Applicants Opportunity to standout in the crowd Opportunity to compensate for other
parts of their application Opens doors Confidence Preparation for school
Admissions Process Accesses Other Important Skills
Leadership skills and potential Team skills Job skills Business knowledge Subject-specific knowledge Spoken English
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The Official Guide for GMAT Review
857 Questions 404 Quant 403 Verbal 50 IR
Global pricing $42.95 US 22.00 1,499 INR
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Online IR Section
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Online IR
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Other Test Preparation Materials Official GMAT Guide:
Quant
Official GMAT Guide: Verbal
GMAT Paper Tests
GMAT Focus
GMATPrep
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How to Prepare for the GMAT Exam
1. Download GMATPrep and take the first practice test
2. Practice, practice, practice
3. Take the second practice test in GMATPrep
4. Get a good nights sleep!
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5 Key Facts about Test Prep
The 13th edition of the Guide and GMATPrep both include practice questions for all sections on the exam
GMATPrep Software version 2.2 is now available
GMATPrep is available on all operating systems, including the MAC
Within GMATPrep, you may purchase additional question
packs GMATPrep is free and available at www.mba.com/gmatprep
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Thank You for Participating!
To Learn More about the GMAT Visit: www.mba.com/the-gmat
http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen
Slide Number 1Joining Us from GMACWebinar AgendaWhat is the GMATWhat is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?What is the GMAT?Integrated Reasoning Score ScaleUnderstand GMAT ScoresRelevance of IR5 Key FactsHow does the GMAT Fit in with AdmissionsThe Official Guide for GMAT ReviewOnline IR SectionOnline IROther Test Preparation MaterialsSlide Number 26Slide Number 27Slide Number 28Slide Number 29Slide Number 30Slide Number 31Slide Number 32Slide Number 33Slide Number 34Slide Number 35How to Prepare for the GMAT Exam5 Key Facts about Test PrepThank You for Participating!