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Structure of the GMAT®

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The first question is always of a medium difficulty and each subsequent question is determined
by your responses to all the previous questions. In other words the CAT adjusts itself to your
ability level - you will get few questions that are either too easy or too difficult for you.

The GMAT® split into three sections (4 Hours Test)

Scale of Score Questions Topic Timing

-------------- Introductions to the Test-takers ---------- NA

1 Topic Analysis of an Issue 30 min.

Essay(AWA) 1-6
1 Topic Analysis of an Argument 30 min.

----------- Optional Rest Break ----------- 5 min.

37 Problem Solving
Quantitative 100-400 ( Including 9 Data Sufficiency 75 min.
Experimental Questions )

------------- Optional Rest Break ----------- 5 min.

Reading Comprehension
41 ( Including 11
Verbal 100-400 Critical Reasoning 75 min.
Experimental Questions )
Sentence Correction

Total 200-800 78+2 Essays 4 Hrs (approx.)

Remember: The Analytical Writing section is always the first section followed by the Quantitative Section and then
the Verbal Section.

GMAT® Score: The GMAT® score is for a total of 800. The score is based on a combination of the Quantitative
and Verbal sections and will be in a range of 200-800. The Verbal and Quantitative scaled scores range from 0 to
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How much time is required to prepare for the GMAT?
If you study hard and have a calculated plan, 3 and half months should be ideal. There are some who score high with lesser
time, and others with more - depending on various factors.

Where do I start from?

You are suppose to know where you stand before you start. Brush up some Math basics and then give full length GMAT
prep from official material. You can use strategies, questions and grammar rules published by Achievers Point.

I went through some S.C theory books, but I am not able to implement what I read.
While books on S.C give grammar rules in a systematic manner, with various definitions and algorithms that exist, they
cannot make you observe errors on questions. You are suppose to practice questions and learn to see rules in questions.

How many times can a person take GMAT to get into good B school?
The GMAT can be taken unlimited times, and a maximum of 5 times in a year, with a minimum of a months' gap between
two attempts. It is healthy to get a good score in the first attempt. Do not look forward to give GMAT multiple times.

What do I do to improve my Math basics?

A 9th and 10th standard math book will help. However, this will only keep you refreshed about basic concepts, formula's,
and may be conventional ways of solving tricky questions. The GMAT math is a test of verbal skills also, so get used to the
English it uses on its math questions.

Do I brush up some grammar rules before I start Verbal?

No. The GMAT verbal, in a manner, is a discipline in itself. You may need to know the parts of speech in English, and
then begin learning from GMAT specific books.

I prepared for the CAT about a year or more ago, can I use those books or strategies for GMAT?
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How many preps am I suppose to take?

The more preps you take, the better. After every prep, go through all questions and solve all incorrect questions again. Take
AWA, Math and Verbal at a stretch. Two preps per week is ideal.

What is the GMAT verbal ? Is it a language test?

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One - Year MBA Options

For Indian Applicants: The one-year MBA programs in India are relatively new. They are meant for applicants with work experience who
are looking to upgrade their management skills and fast track their career progress. ISB started it, and now IIM Ahmadabad and IIM
Calcutta have also started one-year MBA programs. S.P.Jain also offers a one-year program but only for those interested to specialize in
manufacturing and operations or information management. The cost of these MBA programs for working executives is much higher than
those of the regular two-year programs in India: Rs. 6 lacs at S.P.Jain, Rs. 10 lacs at IIM Ahmadabad, Rs.8 lacs at IIM Calcutta and Rs.
15 lacs at ISB. These are approximate costs at these schools including living expenses. Loans from banks to finance all or part of the
expenses are easily available to selected applicants.

There are more options available if you plan on going abroad for your one-year MBA. If you seek an international study experience and
employment abroad on completion of the program, these programs provide good opportunities: INSEAD, IMD Switzerland, Said School of
Business (Oxford University) and Judge Business School (University of Cambridge) in Europe. Kellogg and Emory University are the
good options in the US for a 1-year MBA. Costs including living expenses can be much higher in Europe and US. Euro 60,000 (Rs. 32
lacs) at INSEAD, Swiss Francs 110,000 (Rs. 37 lacs) at IMD Switzerland, UK Pounds 38,000 (Rs. 29 lacs) at Oxford. Among the US one-
year programs, Kellogg could cost about $80,000 (Rs. 36 lacs) and Emory MBA about $70,000 (Rs.32 lacs). These are all approximate
figures, based on previous year estimates. Please check directly with the schools for more precise budgets.

In addition to the higher expenses, MBA programs abroad can be more competitive too. You compete globally for fewer of seats that may
be allocated for applicants from India. There is no strict number that schools allot to applicants from each country but they don't take too
many from each country to ensure diversity in the class.
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Indian School of Business (ISB)

The ISB (Indian School of Business) evolved from the need for a world
class business school in Asia. Its Founders- some of the best minds from
the corporate and academic worlds- visualised the leadership needs of
Hot B-School emerging Asian economies. They recognised that the rapidly changing
business landscape would require young leaders with an understanding
of evolving economies, but also with a global perspective. The ISB is
committed to its role in creating such leaders through its innovative Programmes, outstanding faculty and thought
leadership. The Indian School of Business (ISB) located in Hyderabad, India, is an international business school providing
postgraduate programmes in Management (Master of Business Administration - MBA), post doctoral programmes, as well
as executive education programmes for business executives. Indian School of Business's partners include Kellogg School of
Management, Wharton Business School and London Business School. The accelerated one-year post graduate programme
course is ISB's specialty.

Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible to apply to ISB Hyderabad, you need: Admissions' Deadline:
* A Bachelor degree The domestic application deadlines are as follows:
* A valid GMAT Score Cycle 1: Application Deadline: August 30, 2010
* 2 years full-time work experience after graduation Cycle 2: Application Deadline: November 30, 2010

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Two days before I wrote GMAT and scored 620 (V/27, Q/48). I
have two years and two months of work experience in IT
industry. I am also involved in activities like social and
community services, Blogging, Yoga. All i want to know
whether it is a good move to apply to ISB with such a score.
Any help is deeply appreciated.
Admission@ISB: GMAT is one of the criterions. A good
GMAT improves your chances but will not guarantee a
seat. A good application matters essentially.
I wanted to apply for ISB 2010 batch. I am planning to take my
GMAT in mid-September 2009. I heard many of them saying
that people applying for cycle 1 will be given more preference
than those applying for cycle2. As i am planning to take GMAT
in September, I can apply for cycle 2 only and i am anxious to
know the priorities given for people applying to cycle 1 and 2. -
Regards, TARGETISB
Admission@ISB: The intake is 50-50 for cycle 1 and
cycle 2.
After completing my B.Com (H) from Delhi University, I have
done my 3 years of full time internship. My final result for CA
is awaited and is expected to be out by the end of July'09. I
just want to know whether i am eligible to apply for ISB i.e. will
my internship be considered as work experience. -Thank you,
Varun Chadha
Admission@ISB: Yes, Internship is considered as work
exp for CAs if the same is after graduation which is in
your case.
Hi, I am a software engineer with 2 year experience in software
field (with mechanical degree from NIT). My future goal is to
pursue an MBA from a reputed institute like ISB, Hyderabad.
Currently I have two offers in hand for job with following job
profile
1. B2B and supply chain management software, a $500+
million revenue company
2. Hyperworks, software development for automobile industry,
a $150 million company.
Admission@ISB: Out of the above two which one will be
a suitable profile for an MBA 1+ year down the line?
This is Kiran. I play hockey and have an aggregate of 55% in
my graduation with 5+ year’s experience which includes IT
and 6 sigma quality experience. I know my graduation %
stands at the lower side, what should I do so that I could stand
a chance to get into ISB?
Admission@ISB: You can compensate for your average
marks with a very good GMAT score.
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Hi, I have done my MCA from Osmania University Campus .I
was the only student to be selected by Leading internet major
Company from whole University worked for 6 months there as
intern for full time, but i opted to select other company
(Leading database Provider) since it was in my home town i.e.
Hyderabad .I have been in Oracle since past 14 months. Can
you please let me know whether i am eligible for applying to
ISB 2009 batch?
Admission@ISB: To apply to ISB you need to have
minimum two years of work experience. If your
internship was part of your MCA course then it will not
be considered as work exp.
I have just taken my GMAT and got a score of 650. I have a
total of 3.5 years (current) of work experience out of which 1.5
yrs was in the US for an IT solutions company. For the last 2
yrs I have been working for a leading MNC in India. I have a BS
in Computer Engineering from Drexel University in the US.
With my current profile, and the 650 GMAT score (6 on AWA),
and a good work on the application along with the essays,
what are my chances for admission. Or is 650 too low a score
that I should think of taking the GMAT again and apply in the
second round. Your response would be much appreciated.
Admission@ISB: You belong to the IT applicant pool
from where we receive the highest number of
applications, thus making the process very competitive.
The average GMAT score for the IT applicant pool in the
current batch is 730. I will suggest that you retake the
GMAT test to add strength to your application.
I, Rishi Talwar, am a
merchant navy officer
working as a second
officer. i will be
appearing for GMAT
in sep 2008, but
would like to apply
for ISB for 2010-2011
batch, would my
GMAT score (being 1
year old ) have any
negative impact on
my selection. Since i
am in a profession
where i cannot work and study at the same time, I decided to
utilize my leave this year for GMAT. Kindly advice.
Admission@ISB: Rishi, Your GMAT score is valid for
next 5 years. You can definitely apply to ISB next year
with your 2008 GMAT score.
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