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08 Dec 2020, 14:11
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Hi GMATClub members,
appreciate any advice anyone can give for my situation.
I am applying for the MBA programme at LBS in R2 and even though I think my overall profile is great and has various differentiating factors (international background, speak several languages, CFA and CIPM charterholder, 10 years trading floor experience, Business Undergrad, led volunteering projects and initiatives, many hobbies and extracurriculars, female and a mother of two children), my GMAT is a big weak point. The reason isn't my lack of knowledge or motivation to study for it, but my personal circumstances. I was planning to start studying in Q2 this year in order to apply for R1, however due to Covid-19 and lockdown I had no childcare for my 2y old child for months and had to work from home in my very demanding job during those volatile markets whilst looking after him full time. I was also pregnant then with my second child then. It was an unbelievably tough period and the amount and quality of my GMAT studying was poor. I did my very best, took the GMAT a week before giving birth to my second child and scored only 600 (Q43, V30, IR 5, AWA 6). This was depressing for me as I knew I wouldn't be able to study much more after my baby was born. Still, I decided to not apply in R1 and try studying more once the baby was born and attempt to re-sit the GMAT again before the R2 deadline.
Fast forward to today when I did another attempt - same result, 600 again! I cancelled the score. I cannot say I am surprised though. Looking after a newborn baby that breastfeeds around the clock, is very unsettled and doesn't let you sleep for more than 3h in a row is tough enough. Having a 2y child in addition to that is even tougher. But trying to find time to quality time to study for the GMAT is really reaching for the stars. Luckily my husband has helped out and provided me with an hour here and there so I could study, but it obviously wasn't enough. However, the main obstacle to today's performance is my general sleep deprivation and poor wellbeing.
I will still apply in R2 and hope my profile is strong enough to compensate for the low GMAT score. If I am being considered for an offer, I would likely have to retake the GMAT I suppose. Or the GRE. However, given my newborn situation isn't going to change drastically in the next few months, I am not sure how soon I could improve my score. I would likely need half a year or so to get my baby into a routine and finally sleep for more than 3h in a row.
Thank you for reading my sob story - now to get to the point.
As my previous study methods didn't work out, I am looking for advice on what the best method of studying is from here. I have read the Manhattan Guides several times, did all the questions, did their 5 CATs, used up all Official GMATPrep Mocks, went through the Kaplan 800 book, did various questions on Gmat Club. I feel like I know all the material, but my brain is too slow to answer the questions in the required time and I keep running out of time and having to guess too many questions during the exam. This is probably the result of my sleep deprivation. Should I try other books? Should I try a course, if so which one? Should I get a tutor?
Thank you for reading and huge respect to any breastfeeding mother with a newborn and a toddler who has aced the GMAT!
VK
appreciate any advice anyone can give for my situation.
I am applying for the MBA programme at LBS in R2 and even though I think my overall profile is great and has various differentiating factors (international background, speak several languages, CFA and CIPM charterholder, 10 years trading floor experience, Business Undergrad, led volunteering projects and initiatives, many hobbies and extracurriculars, female and a mother of two children), my GMAT is a big weak point. The reason isn't my lack of knowledge or motivation to study for it, but my personal circumstances. I was planning to start studying in Q2 this year in order to apply for R1, however due to Covid-19 and lockdown I had no childcare for my 2y old child for months and had to work from home in my very demanding job during those volatile markets whilst looking after him full time. I was also pregnant then with my second child then. It was an unbelievably tough period and the amount and quality of my GMAT studying was poor. I did my very best, took the GMAT a week before giving birth to my second child and scored only 600 (Q43, V30, IR 5, AWA 6). This was depressing for me as I knew I wouldn't be able to study much more after my baby was born. Still, I decided to not apply in R1 and try studying more once the baby was born and attempt to re-sit the GMAT again before the R2 deadline.
Fast forward to today when I did another attempt - same result, 600 again! I cancelled the score. I cannot say I am surprised though. Looking after a newborn baby that breastfeeds around the clock, is very unsettled and doesn't let you sleep for more than 3h in a row is tough enough. Having a 2y child in addition to that is even tougher. But trying to find time to quality time to study for the GMAT is really reaching for the stars. Luckily my husband has helped out and provided me with an hour here and there so I could study, but it obviously wasn't enough. However, the main obstacle to today's performance is my general sleep deprivation and poor wellbeing.
I will still apply in R2 and hope my profile is strong enough to compensate for the low GMAT score. If I am being considered for an offer, I would likely have to retake the GMAT I suppose. Or the GRE. However, given my newborn situation isn't going to change drastically in the next few months, I am not sure how soon I could improve my score. I would likely need half a year or so to get my baby into a routine and finally sleep for more than 3h in a row.
Thank you for reading my sob story - now to get to the point.
As my previous study methods didn't work out, I am looking for advice on what the best method of studying is from here. I have read the Manhattan Guides several times, did all the questions, did their 5 CATs, used up all Official GMATPrep Mocks, went through the Kaplan 800 book, did various questions on Gmat Club. I feel like I know all the material, but my brain is too slow to answer the questions in the required time and I keep running out of time and having to guess too many questions during the exam. This is probably the result of my sleep deprivation. Should I try other books? Should I try a course, if so which one? Should I get a tutor?
Thank you for reading and huge respect to any breastfeeding mother with a newborn and a toddler who has aced the GMAT!
VK
09 Dec 2020, 13:20
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Hi VK,
I’m sorry to hear about your GMAT.
Regarding resources, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for the best quant and verbal courses, and also read through some GMAT success stories to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.
Also, would you like some general advice on how to improve your verbal and quant skills?
You also may find it helpful to read the following articles:
how to score a 700+ on the GMAT
The Surprising Factor that is the Key to Hitting Your GMAT Score Goal: Grit
Good luck!
I’m sorry to hear about your GMAT.
Regarding resources, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for the best quant and verbal courses, and also read through some GMAT success stories to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.
Also, would you like some general advice on how to improve your verbal and quant skills?
You also may find it helpful to read the following articles:
how to score a 700+ on the GMAT
The Surprising Factor that is the Key to Hitting Your GMAT Score Goal: Grit
Good luck!
09 Dec 2020, 21:21
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Consider watching Thursdays with Ron or Gmatninja's video series
