--- title: GMAT & MBA Admissions | GMAT prep description: GMAT prep | Here you will find blog posts that provide pertinent information on the GMAT and MBA admissions process. --- # GMAT & MBA Admissions Blog ## [Problem Solving (Part 1: Format and Strategy)](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/problem-solving-part-1-format-and-strategy) Posted by [Lili Traviato](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/lili-traviato) on March 4, 2023 3:58:30 PM CST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In the following article, we’re going to delve into problem-solving best practices for the GMAT exam. You can either read this article or watch the corresponding [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PH2wYSOZoKE&list=PLIYnk9FMYckv3IFlw11jcFU_BpsYj3YLG&index=3) on YouTube. To make things easier to digest, we’ve broken the contents of the video up into 2 parts. In this segment, hosted by one of MyGuru's most experienced [GMAT tutors](https://www.myguruedge.com/gmat-tutor),we will specifically discuss the frequency and format of problem solving questions and their strategic implications. In segment 2, we’ll discuss the problem solving process and work through some examples.  [Read More](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/problem-solving-part-1-format-and-strategy) Tags: [GMAT help](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-help), [GMAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-prep), [gmat strategies](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-strategies) ## [Answers to 7 Common GMAT Prep Questions](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/gmat-exam-overview-part-1-0) Posted by [Mark Skoskiewicz](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/mark-skoskiewicz) on February 21, 2023 10:15:00 AM CST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When people are just beginning their GMAT prep journey, they tend to have a lot of questions.  Our [GMAT tutors ](https://www.myguruedge.com/gmat-tutor)have heard them all. Here are our answers to 6 common GREP prep questions. [Read More](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/gmat-exam-overview-part-1-0) Tags: [GMAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-prep), [GMAT resources](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-resources), [GMAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat), [GMAT Blog](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-blog), [gmat test prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-test-prep) ## [Mental Math & Manual Calculation (Part 1: Question Types)](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/mental-math-manual-calculation-part-1-question-types) Posted by [Lili Traviato](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/lili-traviato) on February 18, 2023 10:15:00 AM CST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) In the following article, we’re going to delve into mental math and manual calculation best practices for the GMAT exam. You can either read this article or watch the corresponding [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5W1DqQbD7HY&list=PLIYnk9FMYckv3IFlw11jcFU_BpsYj3YLG&index=2&t=831s) on YouTube. To make things easier to digest, we’ve broken the contents of the video up into 3 parts. In this segment, hosted by one of MyGuru's most experienced [GMAT tutors](https://www.myguruedge.com/gmat-tutor),  we will specifically discuss the different question types that require calculations on the exam. In segments 2 and 3, we’ll outline recommended calculation strategies and the manual calculation drills on mathaids.com [Read More](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/mental-math-manual-calculation-part-1-question-types) Tags: [GMAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-prep), [GMAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat), [gmat calculation](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-calculation) ## [GMAT Exam Overview: What's on the GMAT Exam?](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/gmat-exam-overview-part-1) Posted by [Lili Traviato](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/lili-traviato) on February 15, 2023 11:00:00 AM CST - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Are you looking for a simple and easy-to-follow overview of what concepts are covered on the GMAT, what key GMAT test-taking strategies you need to know, and how to register for the GMAT exam? In the following article, we'll discuss the logistics for both the online and in-person GMAT test-taking processes in the post covid era. You can either read this article or watch our [GMAT exam overview video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IE75NeshsWM&list=PLIYnk9FMYckv3IFlw11jcFU_BpsYj3YLG&index=1) on YouTube. To make things easier to digest, we've broken the content of the video up into two parts. In this post, we'll cover the differences between the online and in-person GMAT administrations. In part two, we'll cover the test-taking strategies you can glean from the structure of the exam.  [Read More](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/gmat-exam-overview-part-1) Tags: [GMAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-prep), [GMAT resources](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-resources), [GMAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat), [GMAT Blog](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-blog), [gmat test prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-test-prep) ## [How Does Hiring a GMAT Tutor Improve your GMAT Score?](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/how-does-hiring-a-gmat-tutor-improve-your-gmat-score) Posted by [Mark Skoskiewicz](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/mark-skoskiewicz) on October 20, 2022 1:00:00 PM CDT - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Students studying for the GMAT often wonder if they should hire a tutor. While some people insist that self-study or traditional GMAT prep courses are a suitable way of achieving a high score on the GMAT, most test prep experts agree that having a GMAT tutor is the most efficient way to reach your potential. If you’re on the fence about whether or not you need help before you take the GMAT, this article will help you decide whether to hire a tutor for the GMAT. [Read More](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/how-does-hiring-a-gmat-tutor-improve-your-gmat-score) Tags: [GMAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/topic/gmat-prep) ## [Is a GMAT Tutor Worth It?](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/is-a-gmat-tutor-worth-it) Posted by [Mark Skoskiewicz](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/gmat-blog/author/mark-skoskiewicz) on April 12, 2021 10:50:13 AM CDT - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## Is a GMAT tutor worth it? Since I am writing this on a GMAT blog hosted by a GMAT tutoring company, you might expect me to say that unequivocally, a GMAT tutor is worth it. 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