Ciao Giorgio,

GMAT is a nice add-on for your CV and I suggest to include and underline it when the score is 700+. If you had those results without any preparation, I suggest you to study in order to be sure of achieving a 720+. Even if a really high GMAT score can impress your interviewer is not a real game changer, hence I wouldn't spend very much time on it to score 20-30 points more. It's far more important to be well prepared for business case interviews.

Bear in mind that GMAT was online in the last period and scores have been significantly higher than usual (10% of students score more than 720, vs. historical 5%), so you may need something more than 650.

Best,
Luca

Hello!

The short answer is no, I would not invest more time in GMAT. First, because it´s a horrible pain in the ass. Secondly, because this is only useful for business schools, not for MBB recruiting.

This said, it´s true that in some cases it can come in handy.

For instance, if you are not being called because the recruiters have doubts on how analytical your background is, a good GMAT would be great proof.

Assess whether that is your case and if you decide it... all the best! It´s a taugh exam, but you will get over it!

Hope it helps!

Cheers,

Clara

It doesn't add anything to your MBB application. If you need to do it for other B-School applications, by all means, do it and include it in your application, but it doesn't really make a difference.

Hey there,

Fully agree with Ken here. The GMAT in itself is pretty useless and only works as a gatekeeper for a prestigious degree.

If it is very high, add it. Doesn't hurt. If is relatively low, don't add it.

Cheers,

Florian

Unfortunately an improved GMAT score will not be a big plus. It is seen more as a means to an end (e.g., admissions to an MBA programme) than an achievement in itself. Unless you plan to retake the GMAT for graduate school applications, I wouldn't bother retaking as well as including it in your CV. As you say, working on your case/PEI as well as your actual CV as well as networking will be a much better use of your time.

Good luck!

Ciao Giorgio,

I can confirm GMAT is only slightly appreciated by consulting firms in CV screening. I would not spend effort in it at all, if your only goal is getting an invitation to interviews. Otherwise, if you are serious into the MBA applications too, GMAT score will be important, especially to get a scholarship

Best,
Antonello

Hi Giorgio,

I wouldn't invest time in GMAT. Unless it's significantly higher than 750, it doesn't really make much of a difference.

Cheers, GB

Wont add much to your CV unless its 750 or above. Otherwise focus on a holistic application- CV, cover letter, referrals and solid interview prep.

If you are serious about a top MBA program then worth retaking and try to hit the 750 mark.

Hi Giorgio,

Quite straightforwardly, don't waste your time on GMAT just to improve your resume

GMAT is mostly table stakes (you need a minimum to be considered).

If you're in the 690-750 range they simply won't care much. 750+ helps, but it's by no means a BIG part of your resume. 5% of the consideration at best.

Hi,

As a PhD you are an experienced hire. GMAT would not add anything to your CV. 710 is enough if you pass it with this score and put it in your resume.

In addition, a part-time MBA would not really help you to break into consulting. I would recommend applying directly to MBB

Best

Already answered well by the other coaches but I would say getting the GMAT should be a byproduct not a goal in and of itself. If you are thinking of applying for your MBA, by all means get the grade in and mention it on the CV. But I would recommend not doing the GMAT simply for the sake of recruiting