What is the GMAT exam for?
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A standardised test called the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is mostly used for admission to graduate management programs around the world, including business master's and MBA programs. The test evaluates verbal, quantitative, analytical writing, and integrated reasoning skills—all of which are thought to be critical for success in demanding management and business school programs. The GMAT assists colleges in determining an applicant's readiness for the rigours of advanced business curriculum by evaluating their critical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis abilities. Since these scores demonstrate an applicant's
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GMAT is a standardized exam, score of which are used for obtaining admissions to B-schools abroad and in India as well. Most of the US, UK, Italian, Australian and Canadian universities accept GMAT scores for admissions to MBA programs. Students who are pplying for MBA or MS in Management related courses may have to submit GMAT scores. GMAT is now GMAT Focus Edition, thus, those who are applying for the first time can submit GMAT Focus scores, while those who have previously taken GMAT can submit the scores if they still are valid.
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GIBS considers any one valid score from these exams for shortlisting candidates.
Some exams (like CAT, XAT, CMAT) are preferred for national-level merit-based selection, but State CET scores are also accepted for Karnataka domicile candidates.
Along with the entrance score, academics, work experience, and performance in GD/PI are evaluated for final admission.
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For PGDM and MBA admissions at GIBS Business School, Bangalore, the following entrance exams are accepted:
Accepted Entrance Exams
| Exam | Type / Level |
|---|---|
| CAT – Common Admission Test | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| XAT – Xavier Aptitude Test | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| MAT – Management Aptitude Test | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| CMAT – Common Management Admission Test | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| GMAT – Graduate Management Admission Test | International / National-level MBA entrance exam |
| ATMA – AIMS Test for Management Admissions | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| State CET (e.g., Karnataka PGCET) | State-level MBA entrance exam for Karnataka candidates |
Yes, a GMAT / GRE score is required to apply to EMLYON Business School International MBA course. Other requirements are given below:
University degree (A Bachelor's or any other equivalent degree)
English language proficiency score such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE
3 years of professional experience minimum
Two professional recommendation letters
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