Ace the GMAT: Your Ticket to Global Universities
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The Secret to a High Verbal Score
Scoring a high score in GMAT Verbal depends on both your grasp on core concepts and ability to logically apply them. GMAT tests your aptitude through Sentence Correction, Reading Comprehension and Critical Reasoning, each of which is a subject in itself.
GMAT is a wonderful exam in that it does not allow you to skip any question and continuously modulates the difficulty level of questions based on your performance until your performance stabilizes at a particular level.
As per the official data released by GMAC, the average score of an Indian test taker in 2017 was 27 in
Verbal as against 42 in Quant. The situation is not much different at present. This information supports my independent observation that a majority of Indian test takers score less than 30 in spite of faring considerably better (49-50) in Quant. And there are a whole lot of test takers who score close to 20 in the Verbal section. This takes a direct toll on their final score, consequently reducing the chances of admission to their desired universities.
One of the reasons for this skewness in scores is the state of confusion. Most of the students rely on rules, tips, tricks and short-cuts during the course of their preparation for GMAT. Justification to the answer key overshadows the focus required on building conceptual clarity and developing acumen to logically test the given options in real time. As such students generally go by the look, feel or sound of an answer choice. Consequently, they do not know what went wrong.
Another reason is the misconception that many GMAT test takers have. They feel that if they can read, they are able to understand. Whereas, in reality there exists a wide gap between what the question is asking and what a candidate is understanding. Furthermore, most training programs do not factor-in the uniqueness of candidates. In a particular question, doubts of one person are generally different from those of the other.
All these problems can be addressed if we train ourselves with the right approach. After all, a 35 or more in Verbal will considerably improve your overall score, leading to better admission prospects. So, if you are unable to make a headway in your verbal score, take a session and realise what difference the right approach can make to your overall understanding and thought process.
Alternatively, you can gain command on all the concepts through our video based online English course. The course will significantly improve your understanding and logical ability in a structured manner. So, don’t wait till the last minute. Start learning from our course today and see the phenomenal change in your thought process after just 15 days of regular practice. Click here to learn more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most commonly asked questions about GMAT.
Do you offer one-on-one classes for GMAT prep?
Yes, we do offer personalized training for GMAT aspirants. The classes are usually online and on alternate days. Each session ranges between 1.5 and 2 hours and the entire course can be anywhere from 2 to 3 months depending on your progression. You can accelerate the training by requesting a higher frequency. Fill out the contact form or drop a line via WhatsApp.
Is the GMAT adaptive?
Yes, GMAT is a Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) and it keeps on modulating the difficulty level of the questions as you proceed in the test.
What are the sections in the GMAT?
There are three sections in the GMAT – Quant (21 questions), Verbal (23 questions), and Data Insights (20 questions). You can visit mba.com to see the latest exam pattern.
What is a good GMAT score?
700 or above is considered a good score in GMAT though the average acceptable range vary across universities.
For how long the GMAT scores are valid?
GMAT scores are valid for 5 years though the acceptability goes down a little after year 3 because it is assumed that the caliber of an individual can change significantly in 3 years.
How long should I study for GMAT to score good?
It depends where exactly you are at the moment you start your prep for the GMAT. Generally speaking a period of 3 months is sufficient with an average daily study time of 3 hours if your fundamentals are already in place. However, if you need to build your foundation, then you might take roughly 6 months before you reach a respectable level.
What is the maximum score possible in GMAT?
A composite score of 805 is the maximum possible score on GMAT.
Is the Official Guide enough to prepare for GMAT?
The Official Guide is a good starting point and to build your fundamentals but it is not enough to score really well in the GMAT though there have been test takers claiming to have studied only the official guide.
Which approach should I follow - practice more questions or focus on concepts?
Practicing with the right approach is the key to any exam including GMAT. Solving more questions will not help much if you’re unable to visualise the variations and probable solutions of any question. Here you can rely on our English Course which addresses each concept from basic to advanced.
What kind of questions are asked on GMAT?
The duration of GMAT is 2 hours and 15-minutes. The exam has three sections of 45-minutes each viz. Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Data Insights. The questions are logic-driven and test your problem-solving abilities under a time constraint.
Is scoring 750 on GMAT tough?
Yes, the score of 750 or above means you’re at the 99 percentile which is definitely not easy. A 700 on GMAT roughly translates to 90 percentile. With time more people have been scoring 700, pushing the percentile of this score lower.
Can I score 700 in GMAT in a month?
Yes, it is possible to score 700 in GMAT in a month of preparation only if your foundation is strong and your baseline score in the diagnostic tests is close to 650. Besides you would perhaps need a mentor or a guide to point out your weak areas and keep you on track.
Which is tougher - CAT or GMAT?
CAT is considered tougher in terms of raw difficulty of the questions especially the quant section. However, GMAT is a totally different ball game where the difficulty level of the questions keeps changing. And since there is no way you can view all the questions or skip any or go back, it becomes more challenging. The normalization in the CAT score is done afterwards whereas GMAT does it during the test itself.
What GMAT score do I need to get into Harvard?
Though Harvard Business School does not consider solely the GMAT score but rather the complete profile, 730 in the classic GMAT or 685+ in Focus Edition increases your chances of acceptance.