CAT (Common Aptitude Test)
CAT
is considered as the toughest of all MBA exams. CAT score is accepted by a
large number of reputed and leading CAT colleges in India apart from IIMs. Lakhs of aspirants apply for CAT exam every
year. Recently, exam duration has been increased from 140 minutes to 170
minutes. The major sections in written exams are quantitative ability and data
interpretation, verbal ability and logical reasoning.
MAT (Management Aptitude Test)
MAT
is another popular management education entrance exam conducted by All India
Management Association (AIMA).It is held in two segments including paper pencil
and computer based. Many students prefer it over CAT as it is not as tough as
CAT exam; also the score is accepted by top MAT colleges in India. MAT is conducted four times in a year in the months
of February, May, September and December. The exam is usually consist of 200
multiple choice questions based on logical comprehension, mathematical skills,
data analysis, intelligence and critical reasoning session. There is no system
of negative marking in the exam
If
you could not make it to get through CAT exam to get enrolled into one of the
best CAT colleges in India, the door to opportunities is not closed. There are
some reputed private institutes offering the superior quality management
education to help students in carving niche in the field of management. Though,
many of them charge higher fees, but you can avail facilities like education
loan to aid your education. It is recommended to do lots of research to find an
institute that help to shape up your career in the field of management.