Ace the GMAT
and Get Into Your MBA Program
Strategic, diagnostic-driven GMAT coaching that consistently delivers 70–100 point score improvements. Neil has co-founded an MBA admissions consultancy — giving you an advisor who understands both the exam and the admissions process end to end.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
What Is the GMAT Focus Edition?
The GMAT Focus Edition — launched in 2023 — is a streamlined, fully digital exam used for MBA and business Master's admissions worldwide. At 2 hours 15 minutes, it's significantly shorter than the old GMAT while remaining the gold standard for top business schools. Scores range from 205–805.
21 Questions · 45 Minutes
Problem Solving questions only — no Data Sufficiency in this section anymore. Tests arithmetic, algebra, and word problems. Calculator is not permitted. Score: 60–90.
23 Questions · 45 Minutes
Critical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension only — Sentence Correction has been removed from the Focus Edition. Tests logical analysis and argument evaluation. Score: 60–90.
20 Questions · 45 Minutes
The new section combining Data Sufficiency, Multi-Source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, and Two-Part Analysis. Highly valued by business schools. Score: 60–90.
Scores reported in 10-point increments. Top 10 MBA programs typically expect 700+ (Focus Edition equivalent ~645+).
Wharton, HBS, Booth, Kellogg, Sloan median scores cluster around 720–740 on the classic scale — or roughly 645–665 Focus Edition.
You can take the GMAT up to 3 times in a 12-month period and 5 times lifetime. Schools see all scores — so preparation before sitting matters.
GMAT vs. GRE for MBA Admissions
All top MBA programs accept both the GMAT and GRE. The right choice depends on your strengths and target programs. Neil coaches both and helps students decide which gives them the better strategic advantage.
| Feature | GMAT Focus Edition | GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Score Range | 205–805 | 260–340 (combined) |
| Sections | Quant, Verbal, Data Insights | Quant, Verbal, Analytical Writing |
| Unique Section | Data Insights (highly business-relevant) | Analytical Writing essay |
| Calculator | Not permitted in Quant | On-screen calculator available |
| Vocabulary | Minimal — logic-focused Verbal | Higher — Text Completion requires vocab |
| Duration | 2 hrs 15 min | 1 hr 58 min |
| Best for | Applicants with strong math & business reasoning | Applicants with strong Verbal or humanities background |
| MBA program preference | Historically preferred; signals business focus | Widely accepted; increasingly common |
Not sure which to take? Neil advises on this during the free consultation — often with a short diagnostic.
The Jedi Method for GMAT
GMAT prep for busy professionals requires efficiency above everything. Neil's approach is built around rapid gap identification — so every session moves your score forward, not sideways.
Diagnostic Assessment
A targeted diagnostic across all three sections reveals exactly where your points are being left on the table — including which question types and topic areas cost you most.
Gap Identification
GMAT errors cluster around a few key patterns — arithmetic reasoning without a calculator, Data Sufficiency logic traps, and Critical Reasoning argument structures. Neil identifies yours fast.
Targeted Coaching
Sessions are built entirely around your highest-impact weaknesses. No reviewing what you already know — every hour is an investment in score improvement.
Exam Strategy
The GMAT Focus Edition allows bookmarking and review within sections. Neil trains you on pacing, when to cut losses on hard questions, and how to use the adaptive structure to your advantage.
What We Cover in GMAT Prep
Quantitative Reasoning
21 Questions · No Calculator- Arithmetic and number properties
- Fractions, ratios, and percentages
- Algebra and linear equations
- Geometry essentials
- Rate, work, and mixture problems
- Mental math and estimation strategy
Verbal Reasoning
23 Questions · Logic-Focused- Critical Reasoning: strengthen/weaken
- Critical Reasoning: assumption questions
- Critical Reasoning: inference & paradox
- Reading Comprehension: main idea
- Reading Comprehension: detail & inference
- Argument structure analysis
Data Insights
20 Questions · New Section- Data Sufficiency logic and traps
- Multi-Source Reasoning (tabbed passages)
- Table Analysis and sorting
- Graphics Interpretation (charts/graphs)
- Two-Part Analysis strategy
- Integrated quantitative & verbal reasoning
GMAT Score in Context: MBA Admissions
A strong GMAT score is one of the most controllable variables in your MBA application. Neil's unique advantage: he co-founded an MBA admissions consultancy and has advised hundreds of applicants to top business schools — so his coaching goes beyond the exam.
Know Your Target Before You Start
Different programs have different score thresholds and emphases. Neil helps you set a realistic target score based on your specific program list — and builds your prep plan around it.
When to Retake — and When Not To
Schools see all GMAT scores. Neil advises on whether a retake makes strategic sense for your profile, how much improvement is realistic in your timeline, and how to approach an application with a borderline score.
Score as Part of a Whole Application
A 680 with a strong work history and essays can outperform a 730 with a thin application. Neil advises on how to position your score within your overall profile — and when to focus energy elsewhere.
End-to-End Support Available
Beyond the GMAT, Neil offers full MBA admissions counselling — school selection, essay strategy, application review, and interview prep. Ask during your consultation.
What Students Say
"I was applying to top MBA programs and needed a strong GMAT score. Neil's structured approach helped me improve by 80 points over 8 weeks. He knew exactly which question types were costing me marks and drilled those specifically. I got into my first-choice program."
"The Data Insights section terrified me — I'd never seen anything like it. Neil broke it down into clear patterns within the first two sessions. By session four I was actually enjoying those questions. That section went from my lowest to my highest-scoring."
"Neil coached me on both the GMAT and my applications. His dual expertise was invaluable — he understood what the scores mean in the context of an actual application, not just in isolation. I got into two top-ten programs and chose Booth."
Neil Chakraborty
Founder & Lead TutorMS & MPhil · University of Utah
Adjunct Professor · Seneca Polytechnic
GMAT Expertise Backed by Real MBA Admissions Experience
Neil Chakraborty brings a rare combination to GMAT coaching: deep test expertise and first-hand MBA admissions knowledge. Having co-founded an MBA admissions consultancy and coached hundreds of applicants to top programs worldwide, Neil understands the GMAT not just as an exam to pass — but as one piece of a strategic MBA application.
His analytical background — a double Master's in a quantitative field, 25+ years in data analytics and research — makes him particularly strong on the Quantitative and Data Insights sections, where most candidates leave the most points on the table. On Verbal, his strength lies in Critical Reasoning: the question type that separates good GMAT scores from great ones.
Neil's GMAT students have been admitted to Kellogg, Booth, Rotman, Ivey, and many other top MBA programs in North America and beyond.
- MS & MPhil, University of Utah
- M.Sc. & B.Sc. Physics
- Co-founder, MBA Admissions Consultancy
- Adjunct Professor, Seneca Polytechnic
- PMP & SAS Certified
- 25+ Years Research & Analytics
GMAT Tutoring FAQ
What is the GMAT Focus Edition, and how is it different from the old GMAT?
How long does it take to improve my GMAT score significantly?
Is the GMAT or GRE better for MBA admissions?
Can I use a calculator on the GMAT?
Do business schools see all my GMAT attempts?
Do you also help with the MBA application itself?
Ready to Raise Your GMAT Score?
Reach Out
Email: tutoringjedi@gmail.com
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM