The 5 Best GMAT Integrated Reasoning Books

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Integrated ReasoningTags , ,

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Are you worried about the GMAT integrated reasoning section? You’re not alone. Many students find the integrated reasoning section difficult to understand and to prepare for.

In this article, I’ll guide you through the best prep books and other materials available to help you succeed on IR questions, as well as offer some tips for GMAT integrated reasoning prep. By the end, you’ll be more than ready to start your Integrated Reasoning prep. Continue reading “The 5 Best GMAT Integrated Reasoning Books”

How to Register for the GMAT: Complete 8-Step Guide

Author Rebecca SafierPosted on Categories GMAT LogisticsTags , ,

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Over 247,000 students around the world take the GMAT every year as they prepare to apply to business school. If you’re planning to be one of those students, how do you register for this important test?

This guide will lead you through the full GMAT registration process, step by step, so you don’t make any mistakes for this important test. Continue reading “How to Register for the GMAT: Complete 8-Step Guide”

4 Harvard MBA Application Tips to Help You Get In

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags , ,

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Harvard Business School is the holy grail of MBA programs for many applicants. Because its reputation as a leading business school makes it a prime target for many MBA hopefuls, admissions are competitive, and you’ll need to do your very best to stand out amongst your peers.

In this article, I’ll go over the MBA programs offered at Harvard Business School, all the components of a Harvard Business School MBA application, the traits HBS admissions counselors say they look for in applicants, and key tips for strengthening your admissions packet. Continue reading “4 Harvard MBA Application Tips to Help You Get In”

Read This Review Before You Buy Princeton Review’s Cracking the GMAT

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories GMAT PrepTags , ,

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Princeton Review’s Cracking the GMAT Premium 2018 is one of the most popular GMAT prep materials out there, but does it live up to its reputation? With all the GMAT prep materials on the market, it’s not always easy to know which ones to choose.

I’ll help you through the process, beginning with a guide to the traits to look for in a GMAT prep resource, followed by an in-depth review of Princeton Review’s Cracking the GMAT Premium 2018, including its pros and cons, who would benefit most from it, and how best to incorporate it into your overall GMAT prep. Continue reading “Read This Review Before You Buy Princeton Review’s Cracking the GMAT”

Should You Get Your MBA Online? Is an Online MBA Worth It?

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags

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As you prepare to apply for business school, you might be wondering about online MBA programs, especially if you already have a busy schedule or family life. Some students are nervous about undertaking an MBA online and are worried about online programs’ reputations. Is an online MBA worth it? Are they respected by employers? How much do they cost? Bottom line, should you get your MBA online?

In this article, I’ll answer these questions and more about online business schools and help you decide whether a distance learning program could be right for you. Continue reading “Should You Get Your MBA Online? Is an Online MBA Worth It?”

MBA Entrance Exams: Which Should You Take?

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags ,

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Are you planning on applying to business school? Are you wondering which MBA entrance exam you should take to increase your chances of admission to the programs you’re applying to?

In this article, I’ll discuss the most common MBA entrance exams that business schools require applicants to take. First, I’ll discuss why schools care about MBA entrance exam results. Next, I’ll discuss the main MBA entrance exams, which schools require them, and the basic content and format of each. Finally, I’ll help you decide which entrance exam you should take if you’re applying to business school.

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The 6 GMAT Essay Tips That Will Help You Ace the AWA

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories GMAT EssayTags , , ,

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If you’re preparing for the GMAT, you’ve probably spent countless hours reviewing math concepts and mastering grammar skills. You’ve likely also spent time studying for the newer integrated reasoning section, too. But have you thought about the analytical writing assessment part of the GMAT?

If your answer is no, don’t worry! You’re not alone. Many test-takers go into test day without spending a lot of time preparing for the essay section of the GMAT, especially since it’s unclear how much (or even if) the GMAT essay even matters for getting into business school.

In this article, I’ll shed some light on the oft-forgotten GMAT AWA section. First, I’ll give you an overview of what’s actually on the AWA section. Next, I’ll discuss whether or not that score really matters for your admission to business school. Finally, I’ll tell share the top GMAT essay tips that are guaranteed to boost your GMAT essay score.

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The 21 Essential GMAT Preparation Tips

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories GMAT PrepTags ,

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Studying for the GMAT can be overwhelming. There are numerous content areas to learn, question formats to familiarize yourself with, strategies to understand, formulas to memorize, etc., etc. There are also hundreds of different resources that you can use, all of which may give you conflicting advice about how and what to study. If you’re just starting to embark on your GMAT preparation journey, you may feel frustrated by the amount of information out there and unsure where to start.

In this guide, I’m going to boil GMAT preparation down to the 21 essential tips to help you study effectively. These strategies will take you from the very beginning of your GMAT preparation journey all the way through test day so that you know exactly how you should be spending your time.

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GMAT Exponents: Rules, Tips, and Practice

Author Jess HendelPosted on Categories GMAT QuantitativeTags , ,

feature_GMATexponentExponents are one of the more frequently tested concepts on the GMAT. It’s likely that you learned all the exponent formulas that you’ll need for the GMAT way back in middle and early high school math, so you’re probably overdue for a refresher! And even if you consider yourself an “exponent expert,” you’re going to have to apply your knowledge of exponents in extremely particular ways on the GMAT, as exponents can appear in a wide variety of question types and are often combined with other mathematical concepts.

Luckily, we’ve done the hard work of distilling everything you need to know about GMAT exponents! In this post, we’ll cover all the relevant rules, properties, formulas, and shortcuts. We’ll also walk you through an example of every main kind of exponent question that you’ll encounter on the test, so you can see these formulas in action. By the end, you really will be an exponent expert!

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Which vs. That on the GMAT: What’s the Difference?

Author Jess HendelPosted on Categories GMAT VerbalTags ,

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What’s the difference between “which” and “that”? When is it correct to use one or the other? What kinds of questions will you see about them on the GMAT? These are all great questions. The good news: that vs. which GMAT sentence correction questions aren’t as tough as they appear—even if you’re not a native English speaker.

In this post, we’ll give you all the rules you need to know about which vs. that GMAT questions, an in-depth breakdown of all the kinds of sentence correction questions that test this concept, and some tips for easily distinguishing between the two pronouns (even in long, complex sentence constructions)! By the time we’re done, you’ll be able to nail any that vs. which GMAT question that comes your way.
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