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MAT versus GMAT. Which is best for you?

In order to apply for the MBA Program, we require that you take either the MAT (Miller Analogies Test) or the GMAT (Graduate Management Aptitude Test). Yesterday, a student asked me about the difference between the two, and my highly intelligent response was "uhhhh...the MAT is an analogies test with word problems, and I think...ummm...the GMAT has to do with numbers?"

How vague of me.

So I figured that while I'm investigating the differences between the two, I'll let you in on my findings:

    MAT
  • Requires the solution of problems stated as analogies.
  • Measures verbal comprehension and analytical thinking, which are critical for success in grad school and the professional world.
  • Shows a student's knowledge and ability beyond memorization and repetition of facts.
    GMAT
  • Measures basic verbal, mathematical, and writing skills that you have developed in your education and work.
  • Consists of three main parts:
    • Analytical Writing Assessment - You get 30 minutes each for Analysis of an Issue and Analysis of an Argument.
    • Quantitative Section - Multiple choice questions about Data Sufficiency and Problem Solving.
    • Verbal Section - Multiple choice questions about Reading Comprehension, Critical Reasoning, and Sentence Correction.
In conclusion, I was right about the MAT, but pretty off about the GMAT. On the plus side, I encouraged the student to research the two tests online before making his choice, so hopefully he'll see that the GMAT doesn't just have to do with numbers. And hopefully this little comparison will help you choose the test that's right for you.
Published Friday, January 11, 2008 2:17 PM by Emily Boyd (Coordinator)

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