Inside the GMAT

This week we discuss preparing for the Integrated Reasoning (IR) section of the GMAT exam. Chris D'Ambrosio the Product Manager for Assessments at GMAC joins the show to discuss tips and tricks and how you can make a study plan to prepare for the IR section.  Chris discusses the structure, the types of questions, and what the IR is.

This week Ana Kyper, Senior Director of GMAT prep joins the show to discuss a new assessment called Soft Skills. GMAC's Soft Skills Assessment is an online assessment that provides you the opportunity to enhance your application to a graduate management program.  Ana discusses what the Soft Skills Assessment measures, and how you can take it. 

Prep is a very important part of the GMAT exam, and did you know that over 80% of test-takers who scored over a 700 on their GMAT exam used GMAT Official prep products in their GMAT preparation plan? To help you get a little more insight on prep for your GMAT exam, Shaifali Gupta the Product Management Senior Manager for the GMAT Prep is here to discuss the GMAT Official Guide and what's new in th...

The Executive Assessment is a 90 minute, 40 question assessment that evaluates your business school readiness. But how do you prep for it? Manish Dharia, Director of Product Management at GMAC returns to the show to discuss prep options, how to prepare, and what to expect on your assessment day.  Check out the Free Executive Assessment Questions Sampler to test yourself and see what areas you need...

GMAT exam prep is essential to your success on the exam. But did you know you can tailor your prep to match your personal study style and exam score goals? Ana Kyper, Senior Director of GMAT prep joins the show to discuss what GMAT prep options candidates have, what resources are available, and how you can tailor your prep to accomplish your goals. We want you to be at your best on test day, and A...

Getting an MBA is not a one-size-fits-all degree. You can tailor your MBA to fit your needs, your preferences, and your goals. Part-time, full-time, online, as well as focusing on a particular area of study, are all topics we discuss with our guest Nita Swinsick, the Assistant Dean, Recruitment and Admissions, Executive and Specialized Degree Programs at Georgetown University McDonough School of B...

You may be wondering how the exam is structured, how to prepare for it, what the testing experience is like for both the online and the test center GMAT exams, and what enhancements have been made to the GMAT online exam. To help guide you through the GMAT experience, this week Anjali McKenzie, the Senior Product Manager for the GMAT, will tell us everything we need to know about the GMAT exam. Tr...

When applying to business school for your graduate business degree, you have options when it comes to taking a standardized test for admissions. The Executive Assessment is another way to show your readiness and helps business school admissions understand how to best support your success in their program. In this episode, Manish Dharia, Director of Product Management at GMAC, tells you about the E...

Marco De Novellis from Business Because joins the show to discuss the application process for business schools. You may be just starting to think about applying to business school, or in the early stages of your application process and this episode can help you out. We explore where to begin, what does "rounds" mean, when is the best time to apply to business school, and much more. Download: How t...

Did you know that GMAC offers accommodations for test-takers with disabilities? In this episode, Kailin Burns invites Jason Northup, the Senior Manager for Test Accommodations at GMAC to discuss how you can apply for testing accommodations on your GMAT or Executive Assessment, what testing accommodations GMAC offers, and options you have as a test taker to maximize your test-taking experience. Dow...

You may be thinking about getting your MBA and questioning if it is worth it. Does getting an MBA help you with your career goals? Is now even a good time to pursue an MBA? Marco DeNovellis an editor at BusinessBecause joins the show to discuss the value of getting an MBA for both yourself and your employer, and lets you know why you should get your MBA now. Download the application trends survey...

How does the Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) section of the GMAT exam fit within your GMAT prep plan? This week Pam Brown, the Director of Product Management for GMAC joins the show to explain what the AWA section is, how it gets scored, and how you should prepare.  Pam offers some great tips and information as to how you can supercharge your analytical writing practice. Stay tuned to hear an...

The Executive Assessment is another option for your business school admissions process. This week, we interview is Brett Twitty, the Senior Director of Admissions at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Brett gives us a first-hand account of what a program looks for in candidates during the admission process. He discusses the value of the Executive Assessment and talks about the o...

You've heard stories and you've heard rumors about the GMAT exam, but now it is time to go directly to the source. In this episode, Vineet Chhabra the Senior Director of Products at GMAC joins us to break down some common myths about the GMAT Exam. Do certain strategies produce higher scores? Are some questions more important than others? Find out what is fact and what is fiction about the GMAT ex...

Are you ready to take your GMAT Exam prep to the next level? Are you looking for harder questions as you prep for the GMAT? Learn about the GMAT Official Advanced Prep. Join Pam Brown the Director of Product Management of the Assessments at GMAC as she discusses what Advanced Prep is, who can benefit from it, and all the features Advanced prep has to guide you to success. To get started, for your...

There are now two delivery options for the GMAT exam. You can take the exam at either a test-center or take it online. But which version of the GMAT exam is right for you? In this episode, host Eric Chambers interviews Vineet Chhabra the Senior Director of Product Management at GMAC, to discuss similarities and differences between the GMAT Online exam and the test center version of the GMAT Exam....

Where do you see yourself in 8 weeks? Taking the GMAT exam takes time and some practice to get the best score you possibly can. In this episode, our guest Pam Brown, the Director of Product Management, discusses the 8-week journey needed to maximize your GMAT exam success. Pam walks you through the practice needed, your time commitment, and gives tips for success along your journey. In 8 weeks, yo...