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I am applying for a part-time executive MBA program at Wharton. I took the GMAT today and was greatly disappointed by my scores. I received a 570 (Q37; V31). Now, I do not know if I even have a shot at selection. Or am I just deluding myself!- does my poor showing at the GMAT automatically put me out of the running.
Can someone please advise.
The GMAT score submission dates are March 1, 2004 and I really do not have time to retake the test before that. I do not want to give up instead I want to figure out a recovery startegy which would get me the results I so desire (i.e. to get selected into the program).
My background:
I have put in a solid essay, solid recommendations and 8 years of progressive Technology mangerial work-exp. Additionally, I have previously received a masters degree in Chemistry, my undergrad and grad scores are decent.
My GMAT prep story:
I had put in a good deal of personal effort since Jan, studying about 6 hrs/day. I work F/T, and have a young child. But I had compromised on my sleep and studied each day from 3.0 am to 9.0 am and most of the time on weekends. I had read up and revised all lthe material from Kaplan book, Barrons, PR, ETS Official guide, Arco. My prep test scores ranged from 640 to 680. On PPT I had scored 720, twice.
But at the official exam, I was taken aback with the Quant section, I saw very tough questions, much tougher than in any of the prep books/materials.
Verbal seemed much easier, so the low scores are surprising. I thought I had no problems with the SC, or CR, I will acknowledge I found RC tougher, passages were long and answer choices ambigous. I ran a bit out of time and had to rush thru the last 10 questions.
If I have to repeat GMAT, what are the proven suggested strategies, you would advise and what minimum duration would yeild me the expected results.
My $0.2 for all preparing for the GMAT:
DO NOT BUY THE ETS prep book. It is a waste of $40. It is far easier than what shows up on the test- especially for Quant. I knew the book cover to cover, each question, and look where it got me!
Thanks
Can someone please advise.
The GMAT score submission dates are March 1, 2004 and I really do not have time to retake the test before that. I do not want to give up instead I want to figure out a recovery startegy which would get me the results I so desire (i.e. to get selected into the program).
My background:
I have put in a solid essay, solid recommendations and 8 years of progressive Technology mangerial work-exp. Additionally, I have previously received a masters degree in Chemistry, my undergrad and grad scores are decent.
My GMAT prep story:
I had put in a good deal of personal effort since Jan, studying about 6 hrs/day. I work F/T, and have a young child. But I had compromised on my sleep and studied each day from 3.0 am to 9.0 am and most of the time on weekends. I had read up and revised all lthe material from Kaplan book, Barrons, PR, ETS Official guide, Arco. My prep test scores ranged from 640 to 680. On PPT I had scored 720, twice.
But at the official exam, I was taken aback with the Quant section, I saw very tough questions, much tougher than in any of the prep books/materials.
Verbal seemed much easier, so the low scores are surprising. I thought I had no problems with the SC, or CR, I will acknowledge I found RC tougher, passages were long and answer choices ambigous. I ran a bit out of time and had to rush thru the last 10 questions.
If I have to repeat GMAT, what are the proven suggested strategies, you would advise and what minimum duration would yeild me the expected results.
My $0.2 for all preparing for the GMAT:
DO NOT BUY THE ETS prep book. It is a waste of $40. It is far easier than what shows up on the test- especially for Quant. I knew the book cover to cover, each question, and look where it got me!
Thanks
27 Feb 2004, 09:53
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In my opinion if you want to increase your verbal score in a short time you need to join for prep courses like manhattengmat or look for a gmat tutor in your area. After long hours of preparation i couldn't improve my verbal much.
27 Feb 2004, 17:58
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Its sad that you didnt have a great day with the gmat. but i must tell you , this happens to quite a few people.
The score is indeed low, you could still call admissions and confirm whether you would be at a big disadvantage with your score.
I dont know about the exec mba program well enough.
I would like to think that exec programs are not that competitive, but again i could be wrong.
If you do decide to take the gmat again, i would recommend that you participate in the forum here.
Thanks
Praetorian
The score is indeed low, you could still call admissions and confirm whether you would be at a big disadvantage with your score.
I dont know about the exec mba program well enough.
I would like to think that exec programs are not that competitive, but again i could be wrong.
If you do decide to take the gmat again, i would recommend that you participate in the forum here.
Thanks
Praetorian
