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23 Aug 2019, 08:30
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Hi all,
It's been 8 years since I've been in a classroom setting / took the GMAT. When I took the GMAT originally in my senior year of college I was able to score 700+. 8 years later and well, turns out math is not like riding a bike. I have forgot even the most basic algebra concepts. My goal is to get back into the 700+ range and apply next year. I bought the MGMAT subject books and that seems to be decent for the basic understanding but I am still struggling to apply/recognize the concepts to harder questions. I bought the MGMAT books used so there is no online code. Can somebody point me to the direction of the MGMAT question banks? Are there any resources that you recommend other than MGMAT to help with learning concepts? I started Khan academy. Are there any modules/ courses there you specifically recommend? Thank you all!
It's been 8 years since I've been in a classroom setting / took the GMAT. When I took the GMAT originally in my senior year of college I was able to score 700+. 8 years later and well, turns out math is not like riding a bike. I have forgot even the most basic algebra concepts. My goal is to get back into the 700+ range and apply next year. I bought the MGMAT subject books and that seems to be decent for the basic understanding but I am still struggling to apply/recognize the concepts to harder questions. I bought the MGMAT books used so there is no online code. Can somebody point me to the direction of the MGMAT question banks? Are there any resources that you recommend other than MGMAT to help with learning concepts? I started Khan academy. Are there any modules/ courses there you specifically recommend? Thank you all!
23 Aug 2019, 10:28
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Hi whollymoses,
Regarding quant resources, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for the best quant courses, and also read through some GMAT success stories to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.
Lastly, you may find it helpful to read this article about How To Increase Your GMAT Quant Score.
Regarding quant resources, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for the best quant courses, and also read through some GMAT success stories to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.
Lastly, you may find it helpful to read this article about How To Increase Your GMAT Quant Score.
23 Aug 2019, 15:21
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Hi whollymoses,
GMAT skills do tend to 'fade' over time - so it's not surprising that you might have to re-learn certain concepts that you have not thought about much in 8 years. The GMAT has also gone through some note-worthy changes in that time, so you also have to train for a different overall 'format.' That all having been said, the content and patterns of the Exam are essentially the same - so since you scored 700 before, I think that you would have a good shot at doing so again.
For free math practice and help, I recommend that you set up an account at Khan Academy (www.khanacademy.org). The site is completely free and makes the learning a bit more fun and 'game-like' (as opposed to the dry academic approach taken by most books). While the site is vast, you should limit your studies to basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry. You might find it beneficial to invest a little time re-building those skills, then you can return to your GMAT studies. It's also worth noting that the Quant section of the GMAT is NOT a 'math test' - it's a 'critical thinking' test that requires lots of little calculations as you work through it. Training to 'see' the Exam in a strategic way is one of the keys to scoring at the highest level.
From your post, it's not clear how long you've been studding, so it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
1) When did you begin your recent studies?
2) Have you taken any practice CATs/mocks yet? How have you scored on EACH of your CATs (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?
3) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
GMAT skills do tend to 'fade' over time - so it's not surprising that you might have to re-learn certain concepts that you have not thought about much in 8 years. The GMAT has also gone through some note-worthy changes in that time, so you also have to train for a different overall 'format.' That all having been said, the content and patterns of the Exam are essentially the same - so since you scored 700 before, I think that you would have a good shot at doing so again.
For free math practice and help, I recommend that you set up an account at Khan Academy (www.khanacademy.org). The site is completely free and makes the learning a bit more fun and 'game-like' (as opposed to the dry academic approach taken by most books). While the site is vast, you should limit your studies to basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry. You might find it beneficial to invest a little time re-building those skills, then you can return to your GMAT studies. It's also worth noting that the Quant section of the GMAT is NOT a 'math test' - it's a 'critical thinking' test that requires lots of little calculations as you work through it. Training to 'see' the Exam in a strategic way is one of the keys to scoring at the highest level.
From your post, it's not clear how long you've been studding, so it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
1) When did you begin your recent studies?
2) Have you taken any practice CATs/mocks yet? How have you scored on EACH of your CATs (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?
3) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
