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If you're interested in expert Buffalo GMAT prep to help you improve your study skills, Varsity Tutors can set you up with either a class or a one-on-one instructor to help you pursue your educational goals. The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a standardized test written to give grad-level business program admission departments a sense of how prospective students might fare in their studies. Each school attaches a different amount of weight to the test, but all schools, including the University at Buffalo - School of Management generally consider it among the most important parts of an application.
The reason why the GMAT is so important is that the exam closely mirrors the skills business executives use every day. There are a lot of topics to cover, and trying to handle it all on your own can feel overwhelming. Instead, you might want to take a Buffalo GMAT prep course to help you learn everything you need to know in a classroom setting. Alternatively, working with a private instructor allows you to review everything at your own pace. Either way, you'll have a leg up on individuals who decided against investing in their future!
What subjects can I review during Buffalo GMAT prep?
There are a total of four sections on the GMAT: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Integrated Reasoning, and an Analytical Writing Assessment. Each of these sections measures a different suite of skills. For instance, the Quantitative Reasoning section assesses a test-taker's analytical thinking, quantitative problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Items on this section can be split into two categories: problem-solving and data sufficiency. Problem-solving questions require you to use the data provided to answer math problems. Data sufficiency items measure how well you understand a scenario by asking you to distinguish between useful information and irrelevant data. You have 62 minutes to answer 31 multiple-choice questions on this section, and it's scored on a scale from 0-60.
The assessment's Verbal Reasoning section measures a test-taker's knowledge of English language conventions. Items on this section can be split into three categories: critical thinking, reading comprehension, and sentence completions. Critical thinking questions assess how well you can create and analyze an argument or action plan. Reading comprehension items evaluate how well you retain the information you read, including the ability to draw logical relationships and inferences from what you've read. Sentence completions measure your grammatical knowledge by asking you to select the most correct option from the choices provided. You have 65 minutes to answer 36 multiple-choice questions on this section, and it uses the same scale at the Quantitative section.
The GMAT's Integrated Reasoning section assesses how well a test-taker can apply academic knowledge to real-world problem-solving scenarios. Items on this section fall under four categories: multi-source reasoning, table analysis, two-part analysis, and graphic interpretation. Multi-source reasoning questions require test-takers to interpret multiple sources and synthesize them together in order to answer questions. Table analysis questions evaluate how well you can use spreadsheets. Two-part analysis problems require you to find one answer for two unrelated questions, which requires bilateral thinking in order to determine the correct response. Graphic interpretation items require you to read multiple types of graphs effectively. You have 30 minutes to answer 12 questions on this section, most of which require more than one response. You receive a score from 1-8 on this section.
Finally, the exam's Analytical Writing Assessment is a timed essay prompt requiring test-takers to evaluate an argument. You are scored on a scale from 0-6 based on a variety of factors, including syntactic variety, topical analysis, clarity of expression, and how well you understood the material provided. You only have 30 minutes to plan and compose your essay, so you might want to outline your work beforehand so that you have a road map to follow.
What are the benefits of each of the Buffalo GMAT preparation options I can choose from?
As noted above, we can connect you with two powerful test prep options: a Buffalo GMAT prep class or a private tutor. In a class, you'll work with a knowledgeable instructor and several other students preparing for the GMAT. Sharing a classroom with other students allows you to split the cost, giving each of you great value for your money. Our live virtual platform also facilitates real-time interactions with your fellow students to create a collaborative environment, allowing you to help each other out as needed. You can share time-saving tips such as noting down what each batch of data means on the Integrated Reasoning section, or go over how to eliminate obviously incorrect answer choices if you need to take a guess. In fact, some students find it easier to develop a more comprehensive understanding of complicated material when they can study it in a group setting! You can also arrange private study time with your teacher if you feel that you may be falling behind.
Alternatively, working with a private Buffalo GMAT tutor allows you to receive personalized attention. Your instructor can take the time to get to know your specific goals and then design sessions around how to meet them, improving your study efficiency. You can also study at your own pace in order to keep your sessions engaging. For example, there is no reason for a skilled writer to spend a quarter of their study time on the Analytical Writing Assessment, especially if they are less confident about other areas of the exam.
We know how busy people studying for the GMAT tend to be, so we make all of our services as convenient as we can. If you choose a class, there are both two and four-week classes to help you find one that fits your scheduling requirements. New sections are also launched every week, so it's always a great time to jump in. If you prefer one-on-one instruction, you are in complete control over when you meet your tutor. Our Live Learning Platform even facilitates digital study sessions so you don't have to worry about going anywhere!
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- College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
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- GRE Subject Tests
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Travis: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
As an experienced tutor and teacher with a Ph.D. in English, my ultimate goal has always been for students to read and use written language not only as a way of demonstrating knowledge, but as a means for acquiring knowledge. I encourage students to use language to structure their thinking in ways that will ensure success in whatever course, exam, or extracurricular goal they hope to achieve.
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- Indiana Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University at Buffalo - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GRE
- LSAT
- +57 subjects

Ryan: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- GMAT
- MCAT
- GRE
- LSAT
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Najia: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- GMAT
- LSAT
- DAT
- GRE
- +103 subjects

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Everyone can learn, if they have the desire. My goal is to empower my students while understanding their learning styles, gaining a better idea of their perspective of the world, and to thereby teach them through their perspective for maximum success. Education is my passion. If my students aren't successful, how can I be?
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- GRE
- LSAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- +168 subjects

Benjamin: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- GRE
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- +123 subjects

Elisabeth: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Albany State University - Master of Science, Educational Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- LSAT
- GRE
- Middle School Math
- +52 subjects

Joy: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Education, Reading Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- LSAT
- MCAT
- GRE
- +43 subjects

Alex: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
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- DAT
- +88 subjects

Jean: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- GMAT Quantitative
- Business
- SAT Math
- +30 subjects

John: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
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- GMAT
- GRE
- Other
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- +110 subjects

Daniel: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- Geometry
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- Reading
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- West Virginia University - Unknown, Finance
- Claremont McKenna - Master of Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- SAT
- 8th Grade Science
- Arithmetic
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Stacie: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors, English
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- MCAT
- LSAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- +134 subjects

Paul: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- Calculus
- Science
- AP Calculus AB
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Christina: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
I am a current MBA student at the Yale School of Management who will also be attending UCLA School of Law post-MBA. I've also enjoyed taking standardized tests and "cracking" their code; so I love getting to continue to work on this with my students.
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- University of Houston - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Yale School of Management - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- LSAT
- GRE
- ISEE- Middle Level
- +58 subjects

Taylor: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- Geometry
- Test Prep
- Algebra 2
- +19 subjects

Sanvy: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- MCAT
- Elementary Math
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Varun: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
...am enthusiastic about helping others reach their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help...
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- Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- GRE
- Elementary School Reading
- College Business
- +149 subjects

Vinay: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
...an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology, and a B.S. in Mathematics-Economics (both from UCLA). In addition, I have scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds and believe all students are capable of learning and...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology and Mathematics-Economics
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Subject Expertise
- GMAT
- MCAT
- GMAT Integrated Reasoning
- Algebra
- +52 subjects