The GMAT is a standardized test required by business schools in order to “measure aptitude” for business school.  Being a standardized test, it has problems similar to the SAT, though the format is different.  Additionally, the GMAT includes two sections that are different from the SAT and cover material that you probably didn’t learn in school.  But before you freak out, let Nova Press help.  Our GMAT Prep Course can help you prepare for this test so that you feel confident on test day.

GMAT scoring is handled separately for each section of the test.  You receive a score between 0 and 60 for the verbal section, and a separate score between 0 and 60 for the math section.  You will also receive a total score (200-800) and a writing score (0-6).  The average Verbal scores is about 27, the average Math score is about 36, and the average total score is about 545.  In addition to these scores, you will also receive a percentile ranking.  This reflects the number of students whose scores are below yours.

Working with Nova’s GMAT Prep Course can help you develop strategies for improving your scores in all areas of the test.  Whether it be figuring out how to determine which answers are most improbable, to understanding how the test is laid out, to helping you develop a study plan, Nova Press makes sure you are ready.  GMAT scoring won’t be as much of a concern if you spend the time to really learn the material and the layout.  Nova Press is here to help.

Originally posted 2012-04-24 00:39:57.

You have many options for how to study for the GRE, but Nova Press’s Online GRE Preparation Course is an excellent choice.  You can access the course from anywhere you have Internet access, and you can receive one-to-one attention from GRE experts!  Our GRE experts are available to answer questions in real time, giving Nova Press’s course even greater value.

Included in the course are hundreds of example problems along with explanations.  It covers all of the sections of the test: math, verbal, and writing.  Plus, the StudyDesk program monitors your progress, lets you see how you compare with other people using the course, and helps you narrow down where you need the most work.

Nova Press’s online GRE preparation course is also flexible, allowing you to study the way that is most effective for you.  You can go through content and then work through the practice questions for each section, or you can go directly to the practice test to evaluate where you are.  You can also adjust the feedback so that the program waits to give you your score at the end or in real time, where you find out immediately after answering each question whether it was right or wrong.  You can also take notes within the program.

Convenience is key when studying for the GRE.  Having access to your study materials at any given minute can be very helpful when you are on a tight schedule or if you want access whenever you may feel the motivation.  Nova Press’s online GRE preparation course is the perfect choice.  It even comes with a guarantee: If, at the end of the course, you do not feel sufficiently prepared for the test, you may repeat the course for free — with full access to our instructors.  It really can’t get better than that.

Originally posted 2012-04-21 23:16:07.

If you’re not a math person, the thought of taking a standardized test can be pretty terrifying.  But don’t freak out!  Nova Press’s ACT Math Prep Course will make sure you have access to everything you need for ACT Math prep.

The ACT tests on all the math skills typically obtained by 11th or 12th grade, which means up through Trigonometry.  The test itself is 60 multiple choice questions with 60 minutes to complete.  The questions are listed in ascending order of difficulty.  Nova Press makes sure you know exactly what to expect.  We enlighten you on the breakdown of the section, how it’s graded, and help you learn tips to improve your score.

As far as the math review itself, the book is structured so that the earliest part does not require much prior knowledge about mathematics.  That way, you can review the most basic concepts before moving on to more complicated topics.  Each topic includes clear explanations with examples, so you can see the information in action.  They also include practice problems so you can apply the information based on that topic on your own.  The answers are given in the very next section, with explanations for why each choice from the multiple choice is right or wrong.  The book ends with a diagnostic/review test so you can prepare for the set-up of the actual test, with all of the topics mixed together.

No need to stress about ACT math prep.  If you are willing to work, Nova Press has the materials you need.  The Nova Press Math Prep Course will make sure you have everything you need to master the ACT math section.

Originally posted 2012-04-19 02:00:32.

There are a few different options out there for how to prepare for the GRE:  book, tutoring, some kind of test prep course, or software.  Each way has pros and cons, and it’s up to you to choose the one that works the best for you.  If you’re looking for an affordable software option, though, Nova Press has you covered!  Nova Press’s GRE Software offers a variety of ways to study, whether you want immediate feedback on whether or not an answer was right or if you’d prefer to take the test just the way it will be given.

Nova Press makes sure you have all of the information you need to succeed on the GRE.  The software provides lessons and tips on the math, verbal, and writing sections.  The math section is broken down into seventeen different categories and organized so that you can pick which topic you want to work with.  It outlines what to expect on the test and gives lots of examples with explanations for each topic, so you work to master the concepts.

The reading comprehension section includes techniques on how to approach each reading passage and what to look for in the questions asked.  By learning the six different types of questions asked about a reading passage, you can narrow down the answers right away.  Pivotal words are emphasized so you don’t get fooled by wording on the test.  Finally, Nova Press outlines a three-step method for approaching each reading passage and the questions following it.

Other reading subsections include text completion, vocabulary, and etymology.  The vocabulary list is broken down into two sub-lists:  the 400 most commonly used words on the test.  You get to decide where to spend your time, but the more vocabulary you know, the less of a chance that wording on the test will trip you up.

The writing section provides rubrics, so you know exactly what the test-graders are looking for and can evaluate your own writing with the same criteria.  We include grammar and punctuation reviews as well as tips on how to develop your own writing style.  Writing prompts are provided, some with written responses for you to evaluate while others are for you to practice responding to.

If you’re looking for GRE Prep Software, Nova Press is the way to go.  We provide software with thorough information, structured so that you can focus your studying exactly where you need it.  We also feature flexibility in taking the practice tests, so you can find out immediately after each question whether you got it right or wrong, or you can wait until the end.  Anyway you look at it, Nova Press GRE Software is the best choice for helping you prepare for the GRE.

Originally posted 2012-04-17 02:01:17.

Nova Press’s SAT Prep Course is the way to go when looking for SAT prep books.  We give a thorough review of all of the math, reading, and writing topics that you’ll need to know.  If you’re ready to get to work, Nova Press is ready to help.

The reading section focuses on a few main sub-categories:  reading comprehension, sentence completion, critical reasoning, and vocabulary.  The reading comprehension section debunks the myths about commonly recommended reading methods and then outlines some approaches that actually work.  We help you learn how to recognize the six main types of questions asked on the test and then how to narrow down the answer choices to fit each question.  We reinforce pivotal words that could change the entire meaning of the reading material, so you don’t get thrown by the wording.  Finally, a concise method is outlined to help you achieve your best on the actual test.  Practice reading material and questions are given in each section along with answers and explanations.

The writing section first clarifies the format of the test so you know exactly what to expect.  We then review grammar rules and common errors, also looking at ways to vary sentence structure and to help you start to find your writing style.  After a brief section on punctuation, we delve into the actual writing.  There are many sample writing prompts along with guides on how to approach them to understand exactly what they’re asking you to write.  The book includes a rubric so you can evaluate your own writing with the same criteria the test-graders use.  We also outline several basic steps that you can use on test day to structure your essay before you start writing.   Several examples of prompts along with possible responses are included for your evaluation, followed by practice prompts for you to practice your writing.

The math section reviews many different concepts.  Each concept has a dedicated section with rules, examples, and practice problems for you to work through, followed by answers and explanations for you to correct your work.  The end of the chapter contains a diagnostic math test, so you can determine whether you need to revisit any specific concept for further review.

The SAT can be a daunting test to prepare for if you don’t have the right materials to study with.  Choose the Nova Press SAT Prep Course, instead of one of the other SAT Prep Books.  Nova Press will make sure you have all of the information you need so you can work at your own pace and feel confident that you can succeed.

Originally posted 2012-04-14 02:47:21.