WHO TAKES GMAT?

The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is typically taken by individuals who are planning to apply to graduate-level management programs, such as MBA (Master of Business Administration) programs, Master of Finance programs, or other business-related master's or doctoral programs.

Here’s a more detailed look at who takes the GMAT:

1. Prospective MBA Students

• Purpose: To gain admission to MBA programs, particularly at business schools.
• Who: Often working professionals looking to advance their careers, change industries, or move into leadership roles.

2. Applicants to Business-related Master’s Programs

• Purpose: Admission to specialized master's programs like Master of Finance, Master of Marketing, Master of Data Analytics, etc.
• Who: Recent graduates or professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in a specific area of business.

3. Prospective Doctoral Students

• Purpose: Admission to doctoral programs in business (e.g., Ph.D. in Management).
• Who: Individuals interested in academic or high-level research careers in business-related fields.

4. International Students

• Purpose: To gain admission to business schools worldwide, especially in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
• Who: Non-U.S. citizens looking to study abroad in prestigious business schools.

5. Career Changers

• Purpose: To transition into business roles from non-business backgrounds.
• Who: Professionals from fields such as engineering, healthcare, law, etc., who want to move into business management roles.

6. Aspiring Entrepreneurs

• Purpose: To acquire the business knowledge and credentials needed to start and manage their own companies.
• Who: Individuals planning to start their own businesses and seeking formal business education.

7. Undergraduates

• Purpose: Some undergraduates take the GMAT to apply for deferred MBA programs or dual-degree programs.
• Who: Usually final-year undergraduates with strong academic backgrounds and leadership experience.