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470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   06 Apr 2012, 09:33
Hello everybody. I am a European non-native english, who just registerd at GMATClub and want to tell you my story, see what you think (any advice is handy)

I have been working at a Big4 Firm during the last 5 years, which means around 50-60 weekly hours of commitment. I tried studying for the gmat during 3 months, and only obtained a 470 score several months ago, (though to be honest I couldn't actually prepare for more than an hour daily during weekdays, and it wasn't that much quality time).

Here comes the turning point: I just had a leg injury that required surgery, so I now have 5 Full time weeks @ home without work (I assume I can study 7-8 quality hours / day), and then 3 weeks where I can only count with weekends (and maybe 1h daily of preparation) before the test.

I "only" need a 600 score to enter my dream BS... My questions are:

Is it rational to believe that I can make it (score increase of 130 points in the alloted time frame of 2 months)?
What free material should I use? (I prepared for my previous test with 1997-99 GMAT material however I noticed that the questions in the exam had absolutely nothing to do).

Thank you in advance for your answers,
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   06 Apr 2012, 10:20
miarap wrote:
Hello everybody. I am a European non-native english, who just registerd at GMATClub and want to tell you my story, see what you think (any advice is handy)

I have been working at a Big4 Firm during the last 5 years, which means around 50-60 weekly hours of commitment. I tried studying for the gmat during 3 months, and only obtained a 470 score several months ago, (though to be honest I couldn't actually prepare for more than an hour daily during weekdays, and it wasn't that much quality time).

Here comes the turning point: I just had a leg injury that required surgery, so I now have 5 Full time weeks @ home without work (I assume I can study 7-8 quality hours / day), and then 3 weeks where I can only count with weekends (and maybe 1h daily of preparation) before the test.

I "only" need a 600 score to enter my dream BS... My questions are:

Is it rational to believe that I can make it (score increase of 130 points in the alloted time frame of 2 months)?
What free material should I use? (I prepared for my previous test with 1997-99 GMAT material however I noticed that the questions in the exam had absolutely nothing to do).

Thank you in advance for your answers,


Hey its definely possible to go from 470 to 600 in 2 months...especially with the amount of tym u have (luckily??) due to ur leg injury....
my advice:
1.download the free GMAT prep FREE software if u havent already...from the official GMAT site:
https://www.mba.com/the-gmat/download-fr ... tware.aspx. There is also an option of buying and additional pack of 400 questions at $25.
2. I know u asked for free material, but u should buy the official guide 13th edition ....or 12th edition. Its not optional, its a must.
3. Thursdays wth Ron FREE vedios by manhattan GMAT test preperation company....these are an absolute goldmine....however, i reccomend you go thru the basics at least, before starting on Ron's vedio as he assumes a basic understanding of the topics covered https://www.manhattangmat.com/thursdays-with-ron.cfm

IMO this should be enough to bring 470 to 600....however if u still find u need more indepth guidance, u should check out MGMAT guides
All the best!
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   07 Apr 2012, 14:17
Thank you very much for your advice!
I just downloaded the GMAT prep Free software (I couldn't even practice those questions during my first attempt 4 months ago!)
I also just bought the official guide 13th edition (should be home in 8-16 days) enough time to start studying the basics (which I sincerely believe I lack), any clue over where to learn the very basics in no more than 2 weeks? then I can start following Ron every other thurs.

I will continue to update with my progress,

Thanks!
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   08 Apr 2012, 09:26
miarap wrote:
Thank you very much for your advice!
I just downloaded the GMAT prep Free software (I couldn't even practice those questions during my first attempt 4 months ago!)
I also just bought the official guide 13th edition (should be home in 8-16 days) enough time to start studying the basics (which I sincerely believe I lack), any clue over where to learn the very basics in no more than 2 weeks? then I can start following Ron every other thurs.

I will continue to update with my progress,

Thanks!


check out the following links. I believe these should be sufficient for brushing ur basics. Both are free resources:

gmat-math-book-87417.html

gmat-grammar-book-96532.html

Also I would like to let you know that apart from following Ron every thursday , you can also go through the recorded videos of all previous sundays. They are available on the link sent u earlier...you only need to sign up(for free) on that site.

hope this helps!
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   08 Apr 2012, 10:03
Hi

I can sympathize with you position, primarily cause I work in a Big 4 too

Ok for starter join a gmat class. U need the kick in the rear to get you off work at least twice a week & study. This is a mistake I did in my initial study plan as well. Work caught up & studying went in the bin. Breaking you leg might just be the silver lining you need to take the GMAT by its horns n bury it once & for all

2. Download the GMAT club flash cards & verbal notes. I have attached a SC guide in this reply. Its super helpful specially if your basics weak. Manhattan Books are also good & they throw in 6 tests as well. Invest in it PERIOD

3. At least once a week make it a point to give a Mock Test.

4. Review mistakes made by you & others. This forum is the best resource for this. I also mark questions that go beyond my understanding & then the wizards who haunt the alleys of GMAT Club come up with ingenious solutions that make you want to scream & beat yourself for not looking at it in the first place

5. Practice AWA. I know no one does but on D day u be less stressed if you know your way around it

Best of Luck !!!!
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   08 Apr 2012, 12:18
Welcome to GMAT club!

It is definitely possible! Especially with all the time you will be able to dedicate. I personally went from 570 to 710 in 9 weeks of studying, so I'm sure you can get to 600. I would recommend updating your study material, and starting here: gmat-study-plan-start-your-gmat-journey-80727.html?fl=menu for a study plan. Good luck to you! And let us know how we can help with your studies.
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Re: 470 to 600 in 2 months? [#permalink] New post   11 Apr 2012, 10:38
Thank you very much for your answers!! I will follow your advice, its hard to go back to "studying mentality" but have nothing else to do for the time being!

I will continue to inform you guys of my progress, thank you very much for your help!!
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