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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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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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Irina: Buffalo GMAT test prep instructor
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