Study Smart
As you begin to prep for the GMAT, your first stop should be the test's official website (mba.com), where you'll find descriptions of each test section, sample questions, and a handbook that details registration, scoring and testing rules. Once you register, you'll also be able to access two full-length practice tests.
To delve into the skills and knowledge you'll need to master to ace the GMAT, a comprehensive prep course is a convenient way to manage your studies. Study.com's online GMAT Help and Review course has 24 chapters covering all the topics contained within the four sections of the GMAT. Each chapter is broken down into video lessons that average 8 minutes in length. The course includes practice quizzes to help you gauge your progress and identify the topics on which you need to spend additional time. Because it's self-paced and delivered online, you can study whenever is most convenient for you.
Use Your Time Wisely
Make sure time is on your side, both in the months leading up to the exam and on test day itself.
Plan Your Prep Time
When you decide to take the GMAT, carefully consider how much time you will be able to allocate to studying before you determine when you'll take the test. Research shows that students who achieve higher scores typically spend more time preparing for the test. The majority of students who took the test in 2014 spent a minimum of 51 hours studying, but test-takers who earned a score of 700 or higher spent an average of 121 hours preparing. However much time you allocate to studying, create a study plan in advance and pace yourself accordingly. If managing your time isn't one of your strengths, check out this short Time Management: Doing More in Less Time lesson.
Manage Time on Test Day
When you take the GMAT, you will have a set amount of time to complete each section so, while you want to do your best on each question, keep in mind how many questions you have left compared to the time remaining for that section. If you are stumped on one question, it may be best to cut your losses and move on. During the test, there will be a timer on your screen to help you keep track. To practice pacing yourself, make sure you take practice tests within the time constraints of the actual test.