How to get a GMAT waiver for HEC Paris MBA?

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P Sinha · Accepted Answer

HEC Paris offers GMAT waivers only to applicants who&rsquo;ve completed a top-ranked MiM degree. There&rsquo;s no standard waiver form instead, you have to contact them through their MBA inquiry page and submit your academic and professional details.
The form asks for your undergrad and MiM school names, GPA, work experience, and language skills. You&rsquo;ll also need to upload a CV or share a LinkedIn link. HEC reviews this info and lets you know if you're eligible for a waiver.
Make sure your MiM is from a globally ranked school and that your grades in quant-heavy subjects were strong. Without a qualifying MiM, a test score is still required.

B.K Sharma · Answer

Getting a GMAT waiver for the HEC Paris MBA is only possible if the applicant has already completed a top-ranked MiM degree. There&rsquo;s no open waiver option like other schools offer &mdash; you need to request it directly through the MBA inquiry page on HEC&rsquo;s website.
The form will ask for your MiM and undergraduate school names, GPA, work experience, and English proficiency. You&rsquo;ll also need to attach your CV or LinkedIn profile for review. HEC&rsquo;s admissions team then decides if your background justifies skipping the test.
Those from globally recognized MiM programs (like LBS, ESSEC, or HEC&rsquo;s own MiM) with strong grades in quantitative subjects usually have the best chance. Without that kind of academic record, submitting a GMAT or GRE is still mandatory.

Divakshi Arora · Answer

Most people don&rsquo;t realize that HEC Paris doesn&rsquo;t have a traditional GMAT waiver process &mdash; it&rsquo;s only for a small group of candidates.
&bull; Only applicants who&rsquo;ve completed a top-tier MiM program can even request one. &bull; The request is made through the MBA inquiry page, not the regular application form. &bull; You&rsquo;ll need to share your GPA, undergrad details, work experience, and upload a resume or LinkedIn link. &bull; The school reviews these details to confirm if your MiM background is strong enough, especially in quantitative courses.
If the MiM isn&rsquo;t from a globally ranked school, the waiver is unlikely. In that case, taking the GMAT or GRE is still required to stay competitive for admission.