Tests are often a critical part of the graduate application process, but requirements vary greatly from program to program. Always check with each program you are applying to determine the required tests.
Quantitative, Analytical, and Verbal Ability Tests
MBA and related business school programs usually require the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test or GRE (Graduate Graduate Record Exam). Some MBA and many EMBA programs also take the EA (Executive Assessment. Some schools might have their own institutional test. In other cases, test scores are optional or can, in special cases, be waived. Those applying for an MBA will most likely be required to take the GMAT, GRE, or in more limited cases, the EA.
Many other US graduate degree programs require the GRE. JD programs in the US require the LSAT (JD/MBA 3-year programs take GMAT/GRE). Other US exams include the MCAT (Medical School) and DAT (Dental School).
Outside of the US, the test requirements will vary greatly and should be confirmed on a school-by-school basis.
To learn more about the GMAT, please visit https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam
To learn more about the GRE, please visit https://www.ets.org/gre.html
To learn more about the EA, please visit https://www.mba.com/exams/executive-assessment
English Language Proficiency Tests
In addition to general tests, English language proficiency tests are often required for those who don’t have a university degree where English is the primary language or in limited cases where the school requires an English test for those applying from a particular country.
The two most common tests are TOEFL and IELTS.
To learn more about TOEFL, please visit https://www.ets.org/toefl.html
To learn more about IELTS, please visit https://ielts.org/
Test Preparation
For advice on test preparation, you will find many firms offering assistance. This includes AIGAC test prep sponsors:
GMAT’s https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/prep-for-the-exam is their official site for test preparation.
GRE’s GRE Advisor Toolkit is their official site for test preparation.
GMAT Club provides a whole range of resources, including GMAT test prep for MBA applicants
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