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When only a few more days left for the CMAT 2020 examination, it’s time to gear up your preparation. Most of the candidates must be focussing on the CMAT mock tests and working on their mistakes. When just 20 days left for the CMAT exam, here is what you need to focus on:
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CMAT syllabus includes Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension & Verbal Ability and General Awareness. CMAT is an online exam and the question paper has a total of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be solved in 3 hours. Now that you have a fair idea of the CMAT syllabus and exam pattern, you have to chart out an exam preparation strategy. Decide whether you prefer to learn from a coaching institute or prepare on your own. If you are going to prepare for CMAT 2020 by self-study, here’s what you need to remember-
Candidates who join MBA coaching institutes are guided by mentors and experts in the field of MBA. Such students are also well aware of the recommended CMAT preparation books and study material. But candidates, who rely on self-study need to get hold of the right books. The Complete Reference Manual for CMAT by SK Sinha, S Satyanarayan and JS Rana is one of the highly recommended books for CMAT. Refer to the list of best books for CMAT preparation.
Apart from the CMAT books, practicing the previous year question papers is one of the best materials for exam preparation. Solving these papers will help you get well acquainted with the test structure and pattern. You must also practice CMAT sample papers and online mock tests. These tests will give you exposure to a variety of questions and help in increasing your speed and accuracy.
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CMAT comprises of questions from Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and General Awareness. Sometimes you may not be able to understand a particular concept or a question asked. During times like these, online study groups are of great help as you can interact with other members of the group (mentors and students) and find a solution. You can also discuss other topics, concepts, learning tips and tricks of solving tough topics, get guidance on various other aspects.
Today most candidates can benefit from the advances in technology as well. You can prepare at any time and at any place provided you have a good internet connection. With everyone owning a smartphone, exam preparation has moved from notebooks and classroom to mobile phone apps. Download top MBA prep apps on your phone. These apps have plenty of useful, tutorials, videos, blogs, sample questions, etc.
Another important aspect of your preparation is the exam strategy. Your exam strategy should have three main phases:
It is important to understand the different sections that are there in the question paper. For example, the Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation section is based on concepts, so your focus should entirely be about understanding and memorizing the concepts and theorems thoroughly. On the other hand, the Logical Reasoning section is based on practice, hence the more you practice these sample questions the better your grasp will be on this section.
Some sections of Verbal Ability (grammar and verbal reasoning) are concept-driven, while some are practice-based (reading comprehension). General Awareness is memory-based so memorize GK topics and events.
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The second phase of CMAT preparation should be about the application of the concepts you studied in the first phase. Practise from the previous years’ CMAT question papers, sample papers and mock test series. An official mock test is also provided to all the registered candidates by NTA, the conducting authority of CMAT.
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Set aside two weeks for revisions. Spend your time for revision of topics that are your weak points, but do not ignore your strong points. Focus on revising all the concepts, theorem, formulae, short cuts and tricks of solving questions.
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