Registration for the GMAT exam worldwide is done entirely online, at mba.com.
Where are the GMAT test centers located in Israel?
GMAT testing in Israel is done by Pearson Professional Centers, with locations in central Israel. Please check mba.com for specific sites.
The GMAT test is adaptive, meaning that the difficulty level of questions you receive is based on your previous responses.
How does adaptive scaling affect my GMAT score?
Your final score depends not only on the number of questions you answer correctly but on the difficulty level you are able to handle.
There are two ways to take the GMAT: you can take it at a recognized test center or you can take the GMAT Online at home.
Is there a paper-based GMAT exam?
No, the paper-based GMAT was discontinued in 2016.
There is no need to bring a calculator to the GMAT exam.
Am I allowed to use a calculator on the GMAT exam in Israel?
Calculators are permitted only during the Data Insights section for this portion of the exam you will have access to a calculator on the computer where you are taking the test.
You can take the GMAT up to five times in a 12-month period.
How soon after I take the GMAT can I take it again?
You can retake the GMAT 16 days after your most recent test date, whether you took it at a test center or at home.
You will see your GMAT scores on the screen as soon as you finish the test- no need to wait for your results!
How do I send my GMAT scores to top MBA programs?
Your official results will appear in your mba.com account within 3-5 days of taking the test (you will get a notification by email when this happens).
You’ll have 48 hours to send score reports for free through your account after that, there is a fee associated with sending your scores.
The Analytical Writing section, which used to be a mainstay of the test, was removed with the introduction of the GMAT Focus in 2023.
This means no essay!!
What if the MBA program where I want to apply requires a writing assessment?
Harvard Business School is currently the only school that requires applicants to submit the GMAC Business Writing Assessment (BWA), a new replacement for the Analytical Writing section. However, international students applying to Harvard who submit an English proficiency test such as IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo are not required to take the BWA.
Many Israeli MBA programs require only the quantitative score from the GMAT.
Is it possible to take only the quantitative section of the GMAT?
No even if you need only a quantitative score, you must complete each section of the GMAT test in order to receive your results.
GMAT scores are valid for up to five years after the test date.
How do I send scores to MBA programs if several years have passed since my test date?
Log into your mba.com account and follow the instructions to send your scores.
Several types of accommodations (הקלות) are available for the GMAT test.
How do I request accommodations for the GMAT in Israel?
You can apply for GMAT accommodations through your mba.com account.
Follow the steps, submit the required documentation, and wait for your request to be approved this can take up to 4 weeks,
so allow plenty of time before your test date.
