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Inside the GMAT

Graduate Management Admission Council

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Inside the GMAT is the podcast designed for anyone considering, applying to, or preparing for business school. Whether you're just beginning to explore the MBA path, knee-deep in applications, or focused on mastering the GMAT exam, this show is your inside track to smarter decisions, expert advice, and strategies that work. Brought to you by GMAC (the makers of the GMAT exam) each weekly episode features candid conversations with admissions leaders, test prep experts, and successful students ...
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The EdUp Experience

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We welcome YOU to America’s leading higher education podcast! Hosted by Dr. Joe Sallustio, whose down-to-Earth approach & industry experience helps to make dry & complicated educational topics more fun & engaging to discuss. Elvin Freytes, Producer, brings YOU the most innovative leaders in higher education to the microphone. The EdUp Experience team brings over 40 years of experience in higher education - YOU will feel refreshed, upskilled, & reskilled after listening to this podcast. LEARN ...
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Joy Jones, CEO, Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does an organization that's been delivering the GMAT exam for over 70 years grow from 9 member schools in 1…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series (because who doesn’t love a little extra goodness in their life), & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Gary Stocker, Founder, College Viability YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does a guy helping a friend prepa…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by Studiosity, YOUR guest is Jack Goodman, Founder, Studiosity YOUR cohost is Dr. Carmin Chan, Vice Provost of NAU Online, Northern Arizona University YOUR host is Elvin Freytes How does a company founded 23 years ago transform from providing study support through public libraries to serving 200 un…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #427, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Beth Martin, President, Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) YOUR cohost is Darius Goldman, Founder & CEO, Career-Bond YOUR host is Elvin Freytes Ho…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #426, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Arthur Levine, President, Brandeis University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a presid…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #425, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Elder Gilbert, Commissioner of Education, Church Educational System YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a religious university system serve over 16…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Dr. Melissa Beck Wells, Associate Professor, Director of Teaching, Learning, and Faculty Development, Empire State University YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ How does Emp…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Patricia Salkin, Senior VP for Academic Affairs, Provost of the Graduate & Professional Divisions, & Professor of Law, Touro University YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ Ho…
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In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach sits down with Ashwini Deshpande, a former fashion designer turned MBA candidate whose two-month GMAT sprint transformed her entire career trajectory. Ashwini shares how she went from designing digital fashion at Meta to scoring a 750 on the exam (roughly a 715 on today's scale), earning admission—and a…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #424, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Randall VanWagoner, President, Mohawk Valley Community College YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a 19 year community college president use Ch…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Stephen Pruitt, President, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) YOUR cohost is Dr. G. Devin Stephenson, President, Florida Polytechnic University YOUR host is Dr. J…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #423, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Montse Fuentes, President, Professor of Mathematics, St. Edward's University YOUR co-host is Gregory Clayton, President, EducationDynamics YOUR host …
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In the latest installment of GMAC Zach's EA prep journey, Zach is joined by test prep expert Stacey Koprince for another candid conversation about tacking the exam. Fresh off completing the Foundations of Math book, Zach shares what surprised him, what clicked, and what still feels intimidating — from story problems that suddenly felt accessible to…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #422, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Michael Horowitz, Chancellor, The Community Solution Education System YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How does a 6 university system serve 13,50…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Judson Curry, Dean, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Kishwaukee College YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ How does Jud support faculty across diverse departments at Kishwaukee Coll…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #421, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. John Comerford, President, Otterbein University YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How does a university with 2,400 traditional undergraduates partn…
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What does it take to pivot from military service to medical technology leadership? In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach talks with Alec Burris, a former U.S. Marine turned MBA graduate from the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business, and Burt Slusher, Assistant Dean for MBA and Specialty Masters Programs. Alec shares how he translated hi…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #421, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Peter Bell, President, American University of Antigua YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How does a Caribbean medical school with 365 beaches graduate 3…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #420, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Brad Baca, President, Western Colorado University YOUR co-host is Gregory Clayton, President, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How d…
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Even the best test-takers struggle with doubt, careless mistakes, and burnout — but according to Manhattan Prep's Stacey Koprince, that's where real progress begins. In this episode, GMAC Zach continues his on-air EA prep journey, diving deep into the psychology of confidence, practical study modes, and why "getting it wrong" is actually the most v…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guests are Kaela Lindquist, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution, & Amy S. Kelso, Senior Associate General Counsel, Office of Legal Affairs, The University of North Carolina at Cha…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #419, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Roger Parrot, President, Belhaven University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How does a 30 y…
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When most people think about business school, they imagine case studies, strategy sessions, and career advancement. But what if your MBA could help you do more than just get ahead? What if it could help you do good? In this episode, Spencer Anderson, Head of Operations at Leland Coaching and Harvard Business School alum, joins Inside the GMAT to ex…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Jarred McNeely, Chief Academic Officer, Sonoran Desert Institute YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ How does an online trade school put the lab in students' living rooms & d…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series (because who doesn’t love a little extra goodness in their life), & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. LaMont Jones, Managing Editor for Education, U.S. News & World Report YOUR cohost is Darius Goldman, Fo…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #418, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Aondover Tarhule, President, Illinois State University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does a N…
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In this emotional and insightful episode, GMAC Zach opens up about receiving difficult family news that put his EA prep on pause. Joined by Manhattan Prep's Stacey Koprince, he explores how to regain focus and motivation when life throws unexpected challenges your way. Zach and Stacey discuss how to rebuild a study rhythm after disruption, balance …
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series (because who doesn’t love a little extra goodness in their life), & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Brent Richard, CEO, IMG Academy YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does a 50 year old tennis academy transfor…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series (because who doesn’t love a little extra goodness in their life), & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Ray, Associate Professor of English, Delaware County Community College YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freyt…
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Many MBA applicants see business school as a chance to pivot—to shift industries, roles, or even entire careers. But how realistic is your pivot story, and how can you make it resonate with admissions committees and recruiters? In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach is joined by Pamela Jaffe and Laura Nelson, founders of MBA Pathfinders, who…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #417, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Kimberly Beatty, Chancellor, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City YOUR co-host is Christi Segal, Vice President Managed Services & Executive Bu…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is CT Turner, CEO, GED Testing Service YOUR cohost is Darius Goldman, Founder & CEO, Career-Bond YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does a proficiency based program serve 1 mill…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #416, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Mark Blegen, President, Linfield University YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a new president lead a university where 40% of incoming student…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Kees Bol, CEO, 2U YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does a CEO turn around a company 9 months after emerging from bankruptcy & what assumptions proved right about 2U's core assets? What happens when over 50…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #415, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Christina A. Clark, President, La Roche University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a C…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our EdUp Extra series, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Justin Papadakis, Deputy CEO & Chief Real Estate Officer, United Soccer League (USL), YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes How does the USL's partnership with Bellevue University p…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Donnell J. Butler, Founder & President, Prelude YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a South Bronx kid who started at McDonald's at 14 transform a Citibank internship into a mission to create econ…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Samyr Qureshi, Co-founder & CEO, Knack YOUR co-host is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President, Ensign College YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a gig economy tutoring model create jobs for high achieving st…
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"When you approach EA prep the right way, you're not just studying for a test—you're training your brain for your business career." GMAC Zach continues his EA exam prep journey with expert coach Stacey Koprince from Manhattan Prep. Zach shares his early research into Executive MBA programs close to home in Washington, DC — from Georgetown McDonough…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Dr. Matthew J. Borcherding, Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, Minnesota State Community & Technical College YOUR cohost is Thomas Fetsch, CEO, Integrity4Education YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ How does Dr. Borche…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Rob McDole, Director for the Center of Teaching & Learning, Cedarville University YOUR host is Dr. Jodi Blinco How does a Christian university become the 1st in the world to implement ChatGPT EDU campu…
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Do you know how to tell your story authentically, not artificially? GMAC Zach and Susan Berishaj, founder of Sia Admissions, discuss the evolving role of AI in MBA admissions and the importance of authentic storytelling. They explore common misconceptions about the admissions process, the risks of over-reliance on AI, and the significance of intros…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #414, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Sasha Thackaberry, Founder & President, Newstate University YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How does a university operate on a $300/month subscripti…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #413, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Romaine Seguin, Acting President, William Woods University YOUR co-host is Gregory Clayton, President, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #412, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Kelly Damphousse, President, Texas State University YOUR co-host is Brent Ramdin, CEO, EducationDynamics YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How doe…
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Can you get a good EA score after one week of prep? It turns out you can! In the first week of his Executive Assessment journey, GMAC Zach finally puts his skills to the test — literally. After taking both the EA Question Sampler and his very first full-length practice exam, he sits down with test-prep legend Stacey Koprince of Manhattan Prep to un…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, part of our Academic Integrity Series, sponsored by ⁠Integrity4Education YOUR guest is Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean of the Faculty, La Roche University, Host of EdUp Provost, & Author of The Chief Academic Officer's Handbook: A Provost's Guide to Visionary Leadership YOU…
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It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #411, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19, YOUR guest is Dr. Clyne Namuo, President, Joliet Junior College YOUR co-host is Christi Segal, Vice President Managed Services & Executive Business Engagement, Ellucia…
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GMAC Zach speaks with Keith Gallinelli and Emily Whitehouse from the Yale School of Management about Yale's MBA for Executives program. Together, they share what sets their EMBA apart, from its integrated core curriculum taught through an executive lens to the way students immediately apply new skills to their careers. Keith and Emily also break do…
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