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GMAC™ Business Writing Assessment

In the era of generative AI, business schools want to know that you can communicate important ideas critically and concisely through your writing. Coming soon, the GMAC Business Writing Assessment allows you to demonstrate your analysis, reasoning, and written communication abilities beyond traditional application materials.
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The "Write" Tool for B-School

With the Business Writing Assessment, admissions teams at participating schools will gain valuable insights into how you synthesize and convey complex ideas.

Within a 30-minute timeframe, you will be tasked with analyzing a brief argument. Rather than sharing your personal perspective, the objective is to critique the argument's reasoning and evidence objectively and cohesively. 

A well-structured, persuasive response will demonstrate to schools that you have the logical reasoning and communications skills necessary to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

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Benefits of the Business Writing Assessment

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30 Minutes
Analyze the reasoning behind a single argument and write a critique in 30 minutes.
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Flexible Scheduling
Delivered online and available year-round to take at home at any time.
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Minimal Preparation
Average prep time for the assessment is 2-6 hours.
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Fast Results
Results are sent to you within 3-5 days.
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Free Score Sending
Send your results to as many participating schools as you want, at no additional charge.
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One Global Price
Wherever you are in the world, the assessment costs USD $30.

Assessment Format

The Business Writing Assessment is a 30-minute, online writing assessment that asks you to analyze the reasoning behind a given argument, and then write a critique of that argument. You will need to evaluate the line of reasoning and the use of evidence presented in the argument.

The arguments include a range of topics relevant to both business and general interest. Specific knowledge of the topic is not required.

Scoring

Each assessment is evaluated using a standardized rubric, scoring in one-point increments on a scale of 0 to 6. Within 3-5 days of completing the Business Writing Assessment, you will receive your score. You can then send your results for free to participating schools. If you are not satisfied with your results, rescoring of your assessment is available for a fee.

Registration opens soon for the Business Writing Assessment! Sign up to receive updates.