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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Inside the GMAT episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Inside the GMAT for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Inside the GMAT episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
What is the Executive Assessment?
Inside the GMAT
02/08/21 • 21 min
When applying to business school for your graduate business degree, you have options when it comes to taking a standardized test for admissions. The Executive Assessment is another way to show your readiness and helps business school admissions understand how to best support your success in their program. In this episode, Manish Dharia, Director of Product Management at GMAC, tells you about the Executive Assessment by discussing what it is, how it is used, and how you can benefit from taking it to meet your business school goals.
Trying to decide to take the Executive Assessment online or at a test center? Download this guide to help you out.
6 Steps to Requesting a Testing Accommodation
Inside the GMAT
01/11/21 • 20 min
Did you know that GMAC offers accommodations for test-takers with disabilities? In this episode, Kailin Burns invites Jason Northup, the Senior Manager for Test Accommodations at GMAC to discuss how you can apply for testing accommodations on your GMAT or Executive Assessment, what testing accommodations GMAC offers, and options you have as a test taker to maximize your test-taking experience.
Download the 6 Steps to Applying for a Testing Accommodation
The Value of an MBA
Inside the GMAT
12/28/20 • 25 min
You may be thinking about getting your MBA and questioning if it is worth it. Does getting an MBA help you with your career goals? Is now even a good time to pursue an MBA?
Marco DeNovellis an editor at BusinessBecause joins the show to discuss the value of getting an MBA for both yourself and your employer, and lets you know why you should get your MBA now.
Download the application trends survey discussed in this episode.
The Value of the Executive Assessment for Admissions
Inside the GMAT
11/30/20 • 29 min
The Executive Assessment is another option for your business school admissions process. This week, we interview is Brett Twitty, the Senior Director of Admissions at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Brett gives us a first-hand account of what a program looks for in candidates during the admission process. He discusses the value of the Executive Assessment and talks about the overall impact of the Executive Assessment on a candidate's journey through business school.
Trying to decide if taking the Executive Assessment online or at a test center is right for you? Download this informational sheet to see the similarities and the differences between the two.
GMAT Online Exam or GMAT Exam at a Test Center?
Inside the GMAT
10/19/20 • 31 min
There are now two delivery options for the GMAT exam. You can take the exam at either a test-center or take it online. But which version of the GMAT exam is right for you? In this episode, host Eric Chambers interviews Vineet Chhabra the Senior Director of Product Management at GMAC, to discuss similarities and differences between the GMAT Online exam and the test center version of the GMAT Exam. Vineet also gives advice on how you can choose which exam best fits your business school goals.
To help you decide, download this chart that gives you a comparison chart of the GMAT Online and the GMAT test-center-based exam.
Where Do You See Yourself in 8 Weeks
Inside the GMAT
10/05/20 • 23 min
Where do you see yourself in 8 weeks? Taking the GMAT exam takes time and some practice to get the best score you possibly can. In this episode, our guest Pam Brown, the Director of Product Management, discusses the 8-week journey needed to maximize your GMAT exam success. Pam walks you through the practice needed, your time commitment, and gives tips for success along your journey. In 8 weeks, you’ll be ready to take the GMAT.
Check out our 8 Week Study Planner
Where Do You See Yourself in 4 Weeks?
Inside the GMAT
08/23/21 • 14 min
Did you know that you can prepare for the Executive Assessment in just 4 weeks? Sarabeth Dobbs, the Product Development Manager for Assessments joins the show to tell you about the new 4-week study planner for the Executive Assessment. Sarabeth lets you know what to expect, how to prep, and gives some advice about the Executive Assessment.
Download the 4 Week Study Planner
SPECIAL EPISODE: Part 1: What Makes A Strong MBA Candidate?
Inside the GMAT
09/06/21 • 29 min
What makes a strong MBA candidate? In the first episode of this three-part mini-series, BusinessBecause writer Bethany Garner speaks with Eric Askins—Executive Director of Admissions for the full-time MBA program at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business—to find out.
Eric will take you through everything an MBA admissions team is looking for when they take a look at your profile, from work experience, to career goals, to academic performance. Plus, hear Eric’s insights on what Berkeley Haas wants most in its MBA recruits.
Learn More about what makes a strong MBA candidate here
10/04/21 • 31 min
MBA interviews can be the most nerve-wracking part of your whole application. But there’s plenty you can do to prepare, and put your best foot forward. In the third and final episode of this three-part mini-series, BusinessBecause writer Bethany Garner asks admissions directors from two top programs to offer up tips and tricks for making your interview count.
David Simpson, admissions director for the MBA at London business School, and Virginie Fougea, global director of admissions at INSEAD, reveal what to wear, how to get across your personal brand, how to handle virtual interviews and more.
Specializing Your MBA
Inside the GMAT
03/08/21 • 17 min
Getting an MBA is not a one-size-fits-all degree. You can tailor your MBA to fit your needs, your preferences, and your goals. Part-time, full-time, online, as well as focusing on a particular area of study, are all topics we discuss with our guest Nita Swinsick, the Assistant Dean, Recruitment and Admissions, Executive and Specialized Degree Programs at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business. Nita gives us insights on specializing your MBA, discuss taking the GMAT exam even if it is not required, and answer the question “why should I get my MBA?”
Find your best-fit MBA program with this guide
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FAQ
How many episodes does Inside the GMAT have?
Inside the GMAT currently has 42 episodes available.
What topics does Inside the GMAT cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Education, Business and Mba.
What is the most popular episode on Inside the GMAT?
The episode title 'The Benefits of Taking the GMAT Exam in a Test Optional World' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Inside the GMAT?
The average episode length on Inside the GMAT is 22 minutes.
How often are episodes of Inside the GMAT released?
Episodes of Inside the GMAT are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Inside the GMAT?
The first episode of Inside the GMAT was released on Oct 5, 2020.
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