Focused preparation for every GMAT section — strategy, timing, and high-level execution.

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What is the GMAT?

The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a key component of applications to MBA and business-related postgraduate programmes worldwide, including at leading schools such as LBS, INSEAD, Wharton, and Stanford. The exam assesses analytical reasoning, quantitative skill, verbal precision, and data literacy — not business knowledge.

The sections:

The GMAT Focus Edition is made up of three timed sections:

  • Quantitative Reasoning – solving mathematical and data-driven problems efficiently.

  • Verbal Reasoning – evaluating arguments, reading critically, and identifying logical flaws.

  • Data Insights – interpreting charts, tables, and multi-source datasets under time pressure.

Strong GMAT performance requires disciplined technique, rapid reasoning, and familiarity with the exam’s adaptive format.

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How we help students prepare for the GMAT

  • Quantitative Reasoning

    We teach students how to approach core problem types — from algebra and number properties to word problems and data sufficiency.

    Tutors emphasise efficiency: recognising patterns, eliminating unnecessary steps, and using repeatable methods for questions that allow very little working time.

  • Verbal Reasoning

    Our tutors develop the analytical reading and argument-evaluation skills the GMAT demands.

    Students learn how to dissect passages, identify assumptions, evaluate weaknesses, and choose the most defensible answer using structured, logical reasoning.

  • Data Insights

    This section blends quantitative reasoning with real-world data interpretation.

    We train students to manage dense information quickly, navigate multi-source datasets, and apply structured decision-making methods under tight time limits.

  • Full mocks and adaptive practice

    GMAT performance improves significantly with exposure to the exam’s adaptive format.

    Students complete realistic computer-based practice tests, learning how to manage timing, maintain accuracy, and respond strategically as question difficulty increases.

  • Targeted feedback and study plans

    After each session, students receive precise, actionable guidance that highlights score-gains, identifies weak spots, and sets focused daily practice goals.

    Feedback is designed to maximise improvement in the least possible time — ideal for busy professionals balancing preparation with work or university.

Hear from our families

For over three decades, we’ve had the privilege of supporting families through their most important educational decisions. Here’s what parents say about their journey with Lionheart.

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"My tutor transformed how I approached the GMAT. What felt overwhelming became structured and achievable. The targeted strategies for Data Insights and Quant made the biggest difference — I improved 120 points in six weeks and secured an offer from LBS.”

A. Reynolds

“I needed a tutor who understood both the exam and the realities of a demanding job. Sessions were efficient, rigorous, and tailored exactly to my schedule."

Khaled M.

“The GMAT was a hurdle I dreaded. My tutor broke every section down into clear, manageable steps. By the time test day arrived, I wasn’t guessing — I was applying a method. The result exceeded every target score.”

Priya S.

Your UCAT questions answered

  • Who needs to take the GMAT?

    The GMAT is required by many MBA and business-related postgraduate programmes worldwide. Increasingly, competitive schools also accept GRE scores — but many still consider a strong GMAT result an indicator of quantitative rigour and business-school readiness.

  • When should students begin preparing?

    Most candidates prepare over 6–12 weeks, depending on their baseline. Earlier preparation allows for steady progress without disrupting work or undergraduate study.

  • How is the GMAT scored?

    Scores range from 205–805. Business schools focus not only on overall results but also on section balance: Quantitative performance is particularly important for competitive MBA programmes.

  • Does tutoring improve GMAT results?

    Yes. The GMAT rewards strategy every bit as much as aptitude. Our tutors teach structured methods for Quant, Verbal, and Data Insights, enabling students to recognise question types instantly and apply the most efficient approach.

  • Can you help students balance GMAT prep with work?

    Absolutely. We design targeted, time-efficient study plans for busy professionals, ensuring progress even with demanding schedules.

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