Preparing for the GMAT Verbal

Word challenged? Here are some tips for improving your score on the verbal portion of the Graduate Management Admissions Test

Clearly, non-native speakers of English are at a disadvantage when it comes to the verbal portion of the GMAT. But even people who have grown up with the language don't have it easy. Experts suggest that while even the most proficient test takers polish their verbal skills to succeed, some test takers make the mistake of relying on their gut feelings instead of studying the material.

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The approach most students take is to crack open a GMAT test book and sign up for a review course. There's no lack of material, because there are few surprises in the verbal section, explains Fanmin Guo, director of psychometric research at the Graduate Management Admission Council, which administers the GMAT, noting, "concepts have been very stable." However, he also warns that it doesn't make the verbal part any easier; the topics just evolve in a slower fashion

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A Gala Opening to MGA Games 2008

The MBA Games 2008 kicked off with a wonderful introduction ceremony by all the participating 14 business schools* around Canada. But more than the introduction it was the cheering that was noteworthy. Each team brought with it all sorts of props to cheer their team/business-school-be it drums, clap-makers, cow-bells. The atmosphere was full of fun, energy and thrill.

After the introduction event, there was a small social event at a nearby pub. The place presented an opportunity to network and make contacts with students from universities around Canada. (Business cards was one essential item on everyone's 'what to carry to MBA Games' list!)

The second day is the most jam packed one with many academic and athletic events happening.

The host school has done a great job in organizing the huge event and their efforts seem to be falling into place!

Good Luck to all the participating teams!

* The following business schools are participating

1. Dalhousie Faculty of Management (Dalhousie University)
2. Queen's School of Business (Queen's University)
3. Schulich School of Business (York University)
4. Telfer School of Management (University of Ottawa)
5. Ted Rogers School of Management (Ryerson University)
6. Desaultes Faculty of Management (McGill University)
7. Sobey School of Business (St. Mary's University)
8. Alberta School of Business (University of Alberta)
9. Odette School of Business (University of Windsor)
10. DeGroote School of Business (McMaster University) (Host School)
11. Sauder School of Business (University of British Columbia)
12. Université Laval (Université Laval)
13. Université du Québec à Montréal (Université du Québec à Montréal)
14. John Molson School of Business (Concordia University)

MBA Games 2008 - Here comes QSB

Everything is set for the MBA Games 2008 at Hamilton. The games start on January 3rd. The QSB team has been preparing since months to bring home the coveted Queen's Cup. Each constituent team of the QSB MBA Games team has been working hard to prepare for the tough competition at the MBA Games.

Good Luck QSB!