Hi all, I just got back from my GMAT test where I scored a 650 (Q44, V35). This was slightly lower then my most recent MBA GMAT test where i managed a 680 (Q47, V36).
Background:
I plan to apply for an MBA in the coming year for the fall of 2021 intake. My target score is a 730 and above so I can get into Top 20 US B-Schools. I wanted to get an early started so I started preparing for my GMAT 3 months before my test date. I focused almost primarily on Quant in terms of my preparation with only a small amount of time spent on Verbal. I also wan't properly planning my study sessions in terms of hours or what to focus on. My study sessions were fairly haphazard and lacked structure.
In terms of material I used an old Manhattan Guides series I had and also an old OG (2013) for practice. I did two of the free MBA tests as well as one additional near the test date. I scored 560 in the first test and then 680 in the test I attempted a week before the paper. I also scored 660-680 in 2 Veritas tests I purchased. In terms of my study plans, I was doing fairly well in my first 2 months but then because of some job enforced relocation and a few personal problems I wasn't able to focus at all in my last month. I considered rescheduling the test but I wanted to go through the exam experience regardless. That said, near the end of my preparation with so many other things going on, I felt the exam was more of a pain as opposed to something I wanted to achieve and I started having a "get over it" attitude about the entire affair.
Guidance Required:
I want to make a proper study plan for my next attempt along with whatever books/resources/online courses I would need to execute said study plan. I'm willing to spend some cash for resources but I'd rather not spend needlessly. I can manage two hours of studying on weekdays and at least four on weekends. So my questions are.
1) What is a suitable time period for an improvement from my score of 650 to my target score of 730.
2) What resources and tests are the best for improving both Quant and Verbal from a grass root level. For Quant specifically I want to ensure I have an in depth understanding of the concepts being tested so I can score really well.
3) How should I structure my study plan? (should I do Quant an hour, then verbal in the next session or should i structure it differently)
4) Any other tips that helped you or someone you know improve their score?
Thank you in advance for all the help![:)]( "Smile")
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Background:
I plan to apply for an MBA in the coming year for the fall of 2021 intake. My target score is a 730 and above so I can get into Top 20 US B-Schools. I wanted to get an early started so I started preparing for my GMAT 3 months before my test date. I focused almost primarily on Quant in terms of my preparation with only a small amount of time spent on Verbal. I also wan't properly planning my study sessions in terms of hours or what to focus on. My study sessions were fairly haphazard and lacked structure.
In terms of material I used an old Manhattan Guides series I had and also an old OG (2013) for practice. I did two of the free MBA tests as well as one additional near the test date. I scored 560 in the first test and then 680 in the test I attempted a week before the paper. I also scored 660-680 in 2 Veritas tests I purchased. In terms of my study plans, I was doing fairly well in my first 2 months but then because of some job enforced relocation and a few personal problems I wasn't able to focus at all in my last month. I considered rescheduling the test but I wanted to go through the exam experience regardless. That said, near the end of my preparation with so many other things going on, I felt the exam was more of a pain as opposed to something I wanted to achieve and I started having a "get over it" attitude about the entire affair.
Guidance Required:
I want to make a proper study plan for my next attempt along with whatever books/resources/online courses I would need to execute said study plan. I'm willing to spend some cash for resources but I'd rather not spend needlessly. I can manage two hours of studying on weekdays and at least four on weekends. So my questions are.
1) What is a suitable time period for an improvement from my score of 650 to my target score of 730.
2) What resources and tests are the best for improving both Quant and Verbal from a grass root level. For Quant specifically I want to ensure I have an in depth understanding of the concepts being tested so I can score really well.
3) How should I structure my study plan? (should I do Quant an hour, then verbal in the next session or should i structure it differently)
4) Any other tips that helped you or someone you know improve their score?
Thank you in advance for all the help
