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15 Jul 2018, 16:14
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I just gave the practice test from the official GMAT website without any preparation, just to see where I stand. The result was obviously below average, and although I am disheartened, I am hoping for a solid study plan so that I can score a 650+.
My "unofficial" scores:
IR - 5
Q - 19
V - 25
Total 400
It's safe to say that I am weak at math and was burned out towards the end of the exam, whereby I lost focus and skipped the essay. A lot of silly mistakes were made in the IR section as well.
I was honestly expecting a lower score.
Regardless, I am hoping to take the exam by Oct/Nov so that I can apply to Ivey for the Jan intake. However, if I am not sufficiently prepared, then I would apply to other schools in Canada that would commence in Fall. (Any viable recommendations for MSc as I do not have work experience?)
I need a solid study plan and also want to inquire whether I should subscribe to any courses such as Magoosh Premium as it seems decently priced as compared to competitors and whether they're worth it. I also have the 2018 OG's however, I have not taken a look yet.
I have enough time available to study at least 3 hours a day. All I need now is a comprehensive guide to assist me with my goals and smash that exam!
This website seems to be the only sign of hope for now. All help is appreciated.
Thank you!
My "unofficial" scores:
IR - 5
Q - 19
V - 25
Total 400
It's safe to say that I am weak at math and was burned out towards the end of the exam, whereby I lost focus and skipped the essay. A lot of silly mistakes were made in the IR section as well.
I was honestly expecting a lower score.
Regardless, I am hoping to take the exam by Oct/Nov so that I can apply to Ivey for the Jan intake. However, if I am not sufficiently prepared, then I would apply to other schools in Canada that would commence in Fall. (Any viable recommendations for MSc as I do not have work experience?)
I need a solid study plan and also want to inquire whether I should subscribe to any courses such as Magoosh Premium as it seems decently priced as compared to competitors and whether they're worth it. I also have the 2018 OG's however, I have not taken a look yet.
I have enough time available to study at least 3 hours a day. All I need now is a comprehensive guide to assist me with my goals and smash that exam!
This website seems to be the only sign of hope for now. All help is appreciated.
Thank you!
15 Jul 2018, 20:24
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Hi inchoate,
Many Test Takers are unhappy with their initial practice scores, but you really shouldn't be. It's just a measure of your skills right now - and you'll be working over the next several months to learn the necessary content and Tactics to score higher. That having been said, raising a 400 to a 650+ will likely require at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study - and you'll have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. An October or November Test Date gives you plenty of time to study and improve though. Thankfully, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level.
Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on your timeline and your goals:
1) Did you finish each section? Did you have to rush through any questions just to finish (or leave any questions unanswered?)? If so, then how many in each section?
2) Are you currently in School? You mentioned that you would not have any Work Experience when you applied in the Fall, so I'm like to know what else might be impacting your available study time over the next few months.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Many Test Takers are unhappy with their initial practice scores, but you really shouldn't be. It's just a measure of your skills right now - and you'll be working over the next several months to learn the necessary content and Tactics to score higher. That having been said, raising a 400 to a 650+ will likely require at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study - and you'll have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. An October or November Test Date gives you plenty of time to study and improve though. Thankfully, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level.
Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on your timeline and your goals:
1) Did you finish each section? Did you have to rush through any questions just to finish (or leave any questions unanswered?)? If so, then how many in each section?
2) Are you currently in School? You mentioned that you would not have any Work Experience when you applied in the Fall, so I'm like to know what else might be impacting your available study time over the next few months.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
16 Jul 2018, 01:26
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Hi Rich,
Thank you for the response.
I finished all the sections except the essay and I had to rush through the verbal section as I was running out of time ( around the last 10 questions )
I graduated from university and am unemployed since I'm planning on moving to Canada ASAP (GMAT holding me back and this is why I'm trying to give it in Oct/Nov). That being said, I have plenty of time to study every day, I just need a solid guide to follow on a step-by-step basis so that I use this time efficiently and preciously.
