An Introduction to the CAT: Tips from an IIM Alumnus (With CD)

An Introduction to the CAT: Tips from an IIM Alumnus is the outcome of several years of the author s experience in coaching students for the MBA entrance examinations. This comprehensive guide prepares the candidate for each section and stage of the management school entrance exams, building confidence and instilling a systematic approach.

Salient Features:

A focused, to-the-point guide for students preparing to crack the MBA entrance examination
Systematic, section-wise handling of the verbal reasoning, data interpretation and analytical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude sections
Tips and guidelines for the case studies, group discussion and the interview build confidence and enhance skills
An extensive practice drill through selected practice questions and their solutions


Table of Contents:
Preface to the Third Edition
CAT 2010 The Actual Experience


An Introduction to the CAT and an Analysis of the Last Few CAT papers
CAT: Now a Computer-Based Test
CAT 2009: The Actual Experience
What to Look For in a Coaching Institute
The English Section in the Computerized CAT: Type of Questions
Tackling the English Section: Tips and Guidelines
The Quantitative Aptitude Section in the Computer-Based CAT: Type of Questions
Preparation Strategy for the Quantitative Ability Section
The Data Interpretation and Analytical Reasoning Section in the Computer-Based CAT: Type of Questions
Tackling the Data Interpretation and Analytical Reasoning Section: Tips and Guidelines
The Last Few Weeks Before the CAT: What You Could Do?
Strategies for the Examination Day


Are you Ready? Benchmarking your Concepts

Selected Practice Questions With Solutions

Preparing for other MBA Examinations

Preparing for the FMS Exam
Preparing for the XAT Exam

Post CAT

Preparing for Group Discussions: Skills to Master and How to Prepare
Selected GD Topics and Points that can be Discussed
Preparing for Case Studies
Selected Case Studies and Points that can be Discussed
Preparing for Interviews: Skills to Master and How to Prepare?
Possible Interview Questions Depending on Your Academic Background
Essay Writing
Extempores
Practice Extempore Topics and Samples
Choosing Your MBA Institute