Table of Contents:
- Who administers the GMAT test?
- What does the test center look like?
- Where are the test centers located?
- Test center holidays
- Top MBA programs in the area
- Tips
- Test Day FAQs
About ¾ of the way through your extensive GMAT prep you should begin to start planning your test day, including scheduling the test, preparing your trip to the test center, and even pre-visiting the test center so that you know exactly where it is. This guide is here to offer you all the required information related to taking the GMAT exam in Hong Kong.
Who administers the GMAT in Hong Kong?
Pearson Professional Centers – administers the GMAT and EA exams on behalf of the GMAC. To find out more about the Pearson Professional test centers visit https://www.pearson.com.hk/en_GB.
What does the test center look like?
A Pearson Professional Center will include individual testing areas for each test taker with a separation screen between each test-taker.
Where are the test centers in Hong Kong?
These are the top 2 locations where test-takers generally had the best experience:
Pearson Professional Centers – Hong Kong
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
Hong Kong
Wan Chai
139 Hennessy Road, Wanchai
Office B, 18/F, China Overseas Building,
9999999
Phone: 852 2167 8568
The test center is located on the 18th floor of Unit B, China Overseas Building, No. 139 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong. To reach the center by MTR (subway), take the Island Line (Blue) to Wanchai Station, then use Exit A2 to Hennessy Road. Turn right and walk for one minute to reach the China Overseas Building. The test center is in Office B on the 18th floor of the building.
Welkin Systems Limited
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
Mongkok
3/F Righteous Centre,
585 Nathan Road, Mongkok,
Phone: +852 3605 3377
Travelers from Hong Kong International Airport, Macau, and Lo Wu can reach the Yau Ma Tei Station by following specific transit instructions. From the airport, take the Airport Express to Hong Kong Station, then transfer at Tsing Yi and Lai King Stations. From Macau, use the Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal, take the Island Line to Sheung Wan Station, then transfer at Central Station. From Lo Wu, take the East Rail Line, transfer at Kowloon Tong Station, and exit at Yau Ma Tei Station. Once at Yau Ma Tei Station, exit from A1 and walk along Nathan Road towards Mongkok.
Test Center Holidays:
The most popular times for GMAT preparation and test-taking are during the holiday seasons. Be mindful of dates that you will not be able to take the GMAT or EA at any of the test centers mentioned above. Pearson test centers are closed during the following dates:
- New Year’s Day: January 1
- Lunar New Year: The date varies each year based on the lunar calendar, but it usually falls in January or February. It is a three-day holiday.
- Ching Ming Festival: April 4 or 5
- Good Friday: Date varies each year (Christian holiday)
- Easter Monday: Date varies each year (Christian holiday)
- Labour Day: May 1
- Buddha’s Birthday: Date varies each year based on the lunar calendar
- Tuen Ng Festival (Dragon Boat Festival): Date varies each year based on the lunar calendar
- Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day: July 1
- Mid-Autumn Festival: Date varies each year based on the lunar calendar
- National Day: October 1
- Chung Yeung Festival: Date varies each year based on the lunar calendar
- Christmas Day: December 25
- Boxing Day: December 26
Top MBA programs in Hong Kong
- KUST Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Business School
- The University of Hong Kong – HKU Business School
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong – CUHK Business School
Test Day Tips:
- During the test there will not be complete silence – you will be able to hear noise from other test takers so it is best to prepare for this by studying for the exam in similar scenarios. This can prepare you for any distractions (such as coughing, sneezing, or computer clicking sounds) that might occur while taking your exam.
- Try to spend some time actually prepping in the lobby of the test center weeks/days in advance of your exam date. Since the place will be familiar to you come test day this can help curb test anxiety should you have any.
Test Day FAQs
Here are the top 4 questions that clients ask us about exam day information:
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Are you allowed to listen to music while taking the GMAT exam?
You are not allowed to listen to music while taking the GMAT exam and you are not allowed to wear earphones as well.
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What should I do if I fall sick on the exam day?
If you do not feel well come exam day you will have to make the decision as to whether or not you can take the test and perform at your best. Most people will not be able to do this so it will be best to cancel it. If you do so on the day of the exam you will incur a loss of your full $250 exam fee. If you cancel the exam 7 days in advance you will be charged a penalty of $50. If it is the first time that you will sit the exam and you are up for sitting through a 4 hour test, this may be a good opportunity to experience the test as you have the ability to cancel the score right afterwards if you are unhappy with it. Ultimately, it is best to take the GMAT when you are feeling your best as this will result in your optimum test performance.
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What can I bring with me to the test center?
You are allowed in the test center with the following:
- GMAT approved identification
- Appointment confirmation letter or email you received from Pearson VUE
- Prescription eyeglasses
- Light sweater or light non-outerwear jacket
- Comfort items only if they were pre-approved as an accommodation received in advance
Any additional personal belongings that you bring with you such as your cell phone, bag, snacks, and earphones will need to be stored in one of the provided lockers. You may eat your snack during the breaks. Any cell phone use throughout the test time (including breaks) is prohibited.
The test center will provide you with everything that you need in order to take the test including scratch paper and a pencil.
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What can I expect at the test center?
A usual test center is typically quite small. Once you arrive you will have to provide the administrator with the relevant documents and while these are being processed you will be asked to wait in the waiting area. In this area, you can still access all your personal belongings up until you are called into the testing room.
Once in the room, you will be allocated an individual exam station where you will find a computer.
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