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07 Feb 2022, 13:31
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Hi everyone, this is Carlos
I tried back in 2020 to take the GMAT and it was probably one of the most exhausting academic experiences I've had. After 2 attempts that were 570 and 590 (despite doing slightly better in Official Practice tests, approx 650), I gave up on the idea of meeting a decent score to apply to MIT Sloan or NYU Stern (Dream schools for me).
But the idea of going to a full time MBA to learn and network around Innovation & Entrepreneurship remains, so I'm feeling leaned to try once again. I'm rusty, as some of this previous GMAT experience I tried to put behind for my own peace. But here we go again.
- What type of preparation would you recommend before taking a "Prep Test"? To know where I am before actually going into a study plan. Again, I'm coming from around 1 1/2 years without any contact with GMAT related stuff
- Would you say that Magoosh is good enough of a Prep Course? Some of the review I found states is quite similar to Kaplan but the price difference is relevant
Thanks a lot in advance,
Carlos
I tried back in 2020 to take the GMAT and it was probably one of the most exhausting academic experiences I've had. After 2 attempts that were 570 and 590 (despite doing slightly better in Official Practice tests, approx 650), I gave up on the idea of meeting a decent score to apply to MIT Sloan or NYU Stern (Dream schools for me).
But the idea of going to a full time MBA to learn and network around Innovation & Entrepreneurship remains, so I'm feeling leaned to try once again. I'm rusty, as some of this previous GMAT experience I tried to put behind for my own peace. But here we go again.
- What type of preparation would you recommend before taking a "Prep Test"? To know where I am before actually going into a study plan. Again, I'm coming from around 1 1/2 years without any contact with GMAT related stuff
- Would you say that Magoosh is good enough of a Prep Course? Some of the review I found states is quite similar to Kaplan but the price difference is relevant
Thanks a lot in advance,
Carlos
07 Feb 2022, 14:26
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Hi! Welcome back!
The change these days is that you can take either GMAT or GRE for most programs so something to consider (if you are good at English and Vocab) so if you have developed a subconscious hatred of the GMAT, you can switch. At the same time a test is a test and you will be compared to your peers.
Magoosh is a solid course but probably one of the most compact/intensive ones out there. The advantage is that you will finish it faster and it will focus on the big items and your ROI will be unbeatable on the time spent but the flip side is that you don't hit all the items so the score improvement is not maximized and you will leave some point son the table that you could pick up with MGMAT or folks like TTP, Egmat, or EMPOWER for example.
My suggestion would be to consider what score you want to get.
Estimate what effort will require.
Only then choose a course based on either extensive or something on the shorter side or perhaps you get one that is on a monthly basis (TTP or EMPOWER) to maximize your savings or just go for books.
The change these days is that you can take either GMAT or GRE for most programs so something to consider (if you are good at English and Vocab) so if you have developed a subconscious hatred of the GMAT, you can switch. At the same time a test is a test and you will be compared to your peers.
Magoosh is a solid course but probably one of the most compact/intensive ones out there. The advantage is that you will finish it faster and it will focus on the big items and your ROI will be unbeatable on the time spent but the flip side is that you don't hit all the items so the score improvement is not maximized and you will leave some point son the table that you could pick up with MGMAT or folks like TTP, Egmat, or EMPOWER for example.
My suggestion would be to consider what score you want to get.
Estimate what effort will require.
Only then choose a course based on either extensive or something on the shorter side or perhaps you get one that is on a monthly basis (TTP or EMPOWER) to maximize your savings or just go for books.
08 Feb 2022, 08:17
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camontoyac
Hi everyone, this is Carlos
I tried back in 2020 to take the GMAT and it was probably one of the most exhausting academic experiences I've had. After 2 attempts that were 570 and 590 (despite doing slightly better in Official Practice tests, approx 650), I gave up on the idea of meeting a decent score to apply to MIT Sloan or NYU Stern (Dream schools for me).
But the idea of going to a full time MBA to learn and network around Innovation & Entrepreneurship remains, so I'm feeling leaned to try once again. I'm rusty, as some of this previous GMAT experience I tried to put behind for my own peace. But here we go again.
- What type of preparation would you recommend before taking a "Prep Test"? To know where I am before actually going into a study plan. Again, I'm coming from around 1 1/2 years without any contact with GMAT related stuff
- Would you say that Magoosh is good enough of a Prep Course? Some of the review I found states is quite similar to Kaplan but the price difference is relevant
Thanks a lot in advance,
Carlos
I tried back in 2020 to take the GMAT and it was probably one of the most exhausting academic experiences I've had. After 2 attempts that were 570 and 590 (despite doing slightly better in Official Practice tests, approx 650), I gave up on the idea of meeting a decent score to apply to MIT Sloan or NYU Stern (Dream schools for me).
But the idea of going to a full time MBA to learn and network around Innovation & Entrepreneurship remains, so I'm feeling leaned to try once again. I'm rusty, as some of this previous GMAT experience I tried to put behind for my own peace. But here we go again.
- What type of preparation would you recommend before taking a "Prep Test"? To know where I am before actually going into a study plan. Again, I'm coming from around 1 1/2 years without any contact with GMAT related stuff
- Would you say that Magoosh is good enough of a Prep Course? Some of the review I found states is quite similar to Kaplan but the price difference is relevant
Thanks a lot in advance,
Carlos
Hi Carlos,
Getting back to studies after a break can be quite challenging. It takes considerable effort to stay motivated right till the end. It is important that you have a proper study plan and clear deadlines which will help you to stay motivated. Let me share my insights on how to plan your preparation.
As you are coming back after a gap of 1-1.5 years, I recommend you to take a mock and assess your current level. Analyze your performance and identify the weak areas. You need to identify the reason behind the struggle as well. The reason can be due to gaps in conceptual understanding or lack of application of concepts. Once you identify -
- Go through the concepts (Start with your weaker area)
- Learn the right methodology to solve the questions (Most important)
- Take sectional quizzes for that particular topic
- Move to the next topic only if you get at least 80%
Follow this process for all the topics and once you are done with all the topics, start taking mocks. If you are able to score around your target in a couple of mocks consistently, you are good to book a slot.
Having said that, I emphasize on learning the right methodology so much because GMAT is a test of application of concepts and it is important to use the right strategies to score well. And as I mentioned earlier, make sure you have a proper study plan with clear deadlines. Make sure you get it right this time.
You may find this article useful :
https://blog.gmatwhiz.com/retaking-gmat-after-break/
If you are open to suggestions, GMATWhiz is one such unique course which provides you with a personalised study plan that is integrated with the course, with clear deadlines. The concept booster and practise quizzes help you to solve the GMAT like questions by using the right methodology. It uses AI to provide you with real time improvement modules after every practice quiz .It provides you with additional concept videos and practise quizzes to help you improve. This helps you overcome your weaker areas in a specific topic right away without having to put in additional effort to identify your weaker areas.
You can actually check out the free trial of GMATWhiz and decide for yourself.
For further guidance, it would be helpful if you can provide me with the following details:
1. The time you are able to devote to studying each day
2. Resources you used for prep
3. The structure and study plan you followed
4. Your target score
5. Your target month
Feel free to write back if you have any queries.
You can always write back to me here or the better way would be to connect over a call and have a discussion. You can schedule a free consultation call using the below link.
