The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a standardized exam designed for students applying to MBA and other graduate business programs. Administered by GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council), the GMAT assesses analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English.
🧑🎓 Who Takes the GMAT?
Students applying to MBA programs
Applicants to business schools worldwide
Professionals aiming to pursue executive or master’s-level business education
Candidates targeting top global institutions like Harvard, INSEAD, Wharton, LBS, etc.
📝 GMAT Test Format
Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA): Analyze and critique an argument
Integrated Reasoning (IR): Data interpretation and multi-source analysis
Quantitative Reasoning: Problem solving and data sufficiency
Verbal Reasoning: Reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and sentence correction
📊 GMAT Scoring
Total Score: 200–800
Verbal & Quantitative: 6–51 each
AWA: 0–6
IR: 1–8
Scores valid for 5 years
💻 Digital GMAT Focus Edition (2024 Update)
Shorter: About 2 hours 15 minutes
Only 3 sections: Quant, Verbal, Data Insights
Online or test center options available
Allows question review and section order selection
📍 GMAT in Ghana and Globally
GMAT available at certified Pearson VUE test centers (e.g., Accra)
Online GMAT option available with live proctoring
Valid passport required as ID for international test takers
🎯 Why Take the GMAT?
Top MBA programs around the world require or recommend GMAT scores
Used for admissions, scholarships, and fellowships
Demonstrates readiness for graduate-level business study
Helps you stand out in competitive applications
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💬 FAQs About the GMAT
Q: Can I retake the GMAT? Yes, every 16 days, up to 5 times a year (8 lifetime total)
Q: When will I receive my results? Unofficial scores immediately; official scores in 7 days
Q: Should I take the GMAT Focus Edition? Yes, especially if applying in 2024 and beyond – it’s shorter and more flexible
📘 Final Thoughts
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