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23 Sep 2020, 19:27
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I prepared for the GMAT on my own. Started by hitting the OG 2021, referring to relevant strategies shared in GMAT Club and on YouTube for RC and CR. Coming from an engineering background, Quant was my plus point. So, i focused more on improving my Verbal score from V15 to V30. I gave multiple mock tests with the result as below:
Official Mock - 520 (Q47, V15)
Official Mock - 540 (Q49, V16)
Manhattan - 570 (Q39, V30)
e-GMAT - 480 (Q36, V21)
Kaplan - 590 (Q44, V27)
Then i decided to give an actual GMAT and hoped to score 600+. But, was shattered to see a score of 480 (Q38, V20).
I had a very bad experience on the actual test day, as the Test was scheduled at 2:45 PM and the proctor turned up to give me access to the exam around 3:40 PM (almost after an hour). I was irritated and worried. Not sure if this had impacted my score.
I am planning to give a second attempt with a target to score 700+. Please if anyone can share their experiences/suggestions on how to improve this much in 2 months time.
Official Mock - 520 (Q47, V15)
Official Mock - 540 (Q49, V16)
Manhattan - 570 (Q39, V30)
e-GMAT - 480 (Q36, V21)
Kaplan - 590 (Q44, V27)
Then i decided to give an actual GMAT and hoped to score 600+. But, was shattered to see a score of 480 (Q38, V20).
I had a very bad experience on the actual test day, as the Test was scheduled at 2:45 PM and the proctor turned up to give me access to the exam around 3:40 PM (almost after an hour). I was irritated and worried. Not sure if this had impacted my score.
I am planning to give a second attempt with a target to score 700+. Please if anyone can share their experiences/suggestions on how to improve this much in 2 months time.
24 Sep 2020, 16:56
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Hi 10swatimishra,
I understand that test-day did not go as expected; however, even when looking at your practice exam scores, it seems as though you are pretty far off your score goal, so clearly more work needs to be done to get to where you want to be. So, moving forward, to improve your GMAT score, you really should follow a study plan that allows you to learn GMAT quant and verbal from the ground up. In other words, follow a study plan that allows you to learn each GMAT quant and verbal topic individually and then practice each topic until you’ve gained mastery. Certainly, if you want further advice on how to improve your GMAT quant and verbal skills, feel free to reach out. Lastly, you may find it helpful to read the following articles:
The Phases of Preparing for the GMAT
How to Score a 700+ on the GMAT — A Mini Guide for Success
I understand that test-day did not go as expected; however, even when looking at your practice exam scores, it seems as though you are pretty far off your score goal, so clearly more work needs to be done to get to where you want to be. So, moving forward, to improve your GMAT score, you really should follow a study plan that allows you to learn GMAT quant and verbal from the ground up. In other words, follow a study plan that allows you to learn each GMAT quant and verbal topic individually and then practice each topic until you’ve gained mastery. Certainly, if you want further advice on how to improve your GMAT quant and verbal skills, feel free to reach out. Lastly, you may find it helpful to read the following articles:
The Phases of Preparing for the GMAT
How to Score a 700+ on the GMAT — A Mini Guide for Success
26 Sep 2020, 22:11
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Hi 10swatimishra,
I'm sorry to hear that Test Day did not turn out better (and the 'delay' that you experienced likely would have impacted most Test-takers). Based on the 'swings' in your Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores over your various Exams, it's tough to say what your exact 'ability level' is right now, but with a Score Goal of 700+, you would likely need to commit to at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study - and you will have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. 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 how you've been studying and your goals:
1) How long have you studied? How many hours did you typically study each week?
2) What study materials have you used so far?
3) Were these the only 5 CATs/mocks that you took? On what dates did you take EACH of your CATs/mocks and how did you score on EACH (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
I'm sorry to hear that Test Day did not turn out better (and the 'delay' that you experienced likely would have impacted most Test-takers). Based on the 'swings' in your Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores over your various Exams, it's tough to say what your exact 'ability level' is right now, but with a Score Goal of 700+, you would likely need to commit to at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study - and you will have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. 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 how you've been studying and your goals:
1) How long have you studied? How many hours did you typically study each week?
2) What study materials have you used so far?
3) Were these the only 5 CATs/mocks that you took? On what dates did you take EACH of your CATs/mocks and how did you score on EACH (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
