GMAT Preparation: Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Do I need work experience before I can take the GMAT?

A. No, the GMAT tests you on basic math and verbal abilities, not on business knowledge. Keep in mind, however, that most business schools expect you to have some amount of work experience to be considered for admission to their MBA programs.

Q. If I am in college, does it make sense for me take the GMAT?

A. You may consider getting the GMAT out of the way before you graduate. In some respects, it is easier to prepare for the GMAT while you are still in college. Your GMAT score is valid for up to five years after the test.

Q. If the GMAT tests only basic math and verbal skills, why should I study for the GMAT?

A. Even if you are very good at verbal and quantitative skills, methodical preparation and practice give you a significant edge over someone who takes the exam "cold." Remember, your GMAT score is a critical component of your MBA admissions package; the higher the GMAT score, the better your chances of getting into an MBA program of your choice.

Q. Why should I choose Austin GMAT Review?

A. In selecting from among different companies offering GMAT prep classes, here are some basic questions you need to ask:

Does the company specialize in GMAT preparation, or is it selling prep courses for a myriad of standardized tests such as SAT, GED, GRE, LSAT, MCAT and TOEFL? Who will be your instructor? What percentile was his/her GMAT score?Does the instructor have an MBA, or is he/she a graduate student who happens to teach GMAT classes part-time? Will the company let you meet your instructor before you sign up? Does the GMAT prep company have a constant physical presence in your city, or is it based out of town (and out of reach)?Does the company offer a full-length GMAT course with time allowed for the students to comprehend the course materials, or does it run a crash course that crams all the material into 1 or 2 weekends?What is the maximum class size? What level of individual attention can you expect? Whom can you call if you are working on a practice problem on Sunday and get stuck?Does the company offer any guarantee of score improvement?

We encourage you to ask these and any other questions you have of us and our competitors in the Austin / Round Rock / San Marcos area. We believe you will find that we have the best GMAT preparation program in town.

Q. Where do I register to take the GMAT in Austin?

A. See the page About GMAT.

Q. I am not enrolled in Austin GMAT Review's GMAT classes. Can I still take advantage of your 1-1 tutoring?

A. Yes.

Q. For 1-1 tutoring, is there a minimum amount I have to sign up for?

A. No, there is no minimum required. You may sign up for any amount, in one hour increments.

Q. If I need 10 or more hours of 1-1 tutoring, can Austin GMAT Review offer me discounted pricing?

A. Yes. Please contact us with your requirements.

Q. Do you offer a virtual or online course for GMAT prep?

A. No. We believe an online course is not a good substitute for face-to-face interaction between the students and the instructor in a small classroom setting. We supplement the weekly classroom instruction with online practice material, but do not intend to package the entire course into an online-only program.

Q. Why don't you offer a crash course or "turbo course"?

A. It's a basic philosophical principle for us. We do not believe that a one or two weekend-long crash course is a good substitute for a structured, full-length class where the pace of the class allows you to soundly absorb the concepts and gives you ample opportunity to discuss, apply and practice them.