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15 Dec 2008, 06:42
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jallenmoris - yes indeed. If you have the time and money, it's better to attend Kaplan class instead of learning from their book. I know a friend that was enrolled into their classroom program and my previous tutor is Kaplan's ex-trainer/tutor. Derived from their experience, I'm pretty sure that Kaplan only keeps the best method for their class, not their books
15 Dec 2008, 06:54
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ozzie,
That may be true. I'm not sure that it would make much sense for Kaplan to do that though, even though it may seem true. If the first impression of Kaplan is the book, and the book isn't very good, there would be very little reason for a person to think the classroom would be worth $1,000+ if the student doesn't think the book was worth the price. I don't think it's natural to think "Well, I didn't like the book very much, but I'm sure the classroom would be worth all the extra money." First impressions are first impressions.
I think one of the main benefits of the classroom is the structure. The information may be better, but certainly, when you get a group of people together to discuss the information and problems, and have someone in the discussion that has scored in the 90th percentile (and higher than that many times) it makes it much easier to understand things. I believe this is why GMATClub is so popular. When preparing for the test, we can come here, read questions, answer questions, and discuss our approaches with people that have scored 750+, many people that have scored in the 99th percentile. Other than a structured setting like a classroom, I think GMATClub is one of the best resources out there. Certainly THE BEST free resource.
One of the things about Kaplan that I respect so much is that they prep in so many different areas taht it is easy to fail because of trying to be everything to everyone means you don't really do anything for anyone. But Kaplan has worked very, very hard to makes sure the stuff they put out, and the classes they offer are excellent. If you could see behind the scenes and see the extent to which the company goes to strive for excellence, I think most people would be impressed as well. Now, I wish they paid like Manhattan GMAT! But then again, to require 99% and already have an MBA from a top school like Manhattan GMAT requires is totally different than almost any prep course offered regardless of test.
That may be true. I'm not sure that it would make much sense for Kaplan to do that though, even though it may seem true. If the first impression of Kaplan is the book, and the book isn't very good, there would be very little reason for a person to think the classroom would be worth $1,000+ if the student doesn't think the book was worth the price. I don't think it's natural to think "Well, I didn't like the book very much, but I'm sure the classroom would be worth all the extra money." First impressions are first impressions.
I think one of the main benefits of the classroom is the structure. The information may be better, but certainly, when you get a group of people together to discuss the information and problems, and have someone in the discussion that has scored in the 90th percentile (and higher than that many times) it makes it much easier to understand things. I believe this is why GMATClub is so popular. When preparing for the test, we can come here, read questions, answer questions, and discuss our approaches with people that have scored 750+, many people that have scored in the 99th percentile. Other than a structured setting like a classroom, I think GMATClub is one of the best resources out there. Certainly THE BEST free resource.
One of the things about Kaplan that I respect so much is that they prep in so many different areas taht it is easy to fail because of trying to be everything to everyone means you don't really do anything for anyone. But Kaplan has worked very, very hard to makes sure the stuff they put out, and the classes they offer are excellent. If you could see behind the scenes and see the extent to which the company goes to strive for excellence, I think most people would be impressed as well. Now, I wish they paid like Manhattan GMAT! But then again, to require 99% and already have an MBA from a top school like Manhattan GMAT requires is totally different than almost any prep course offered regardless of test.
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ozzie123
Joined: 11 Nov 2008
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Location: Indonesia
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GMAT 1: 720 Q49 V40
GPA: 3.64
WE:Asset Management (Finance: Investment Banking)
Schools: Stanford MSx"18 (D) Kellogg 1YR '18 (II) Stanford '19 (D) Judge"18 (A$) Oxford"18 (D) Haas '19 (S)
GMAT 1: 720 Q49 V40
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15 Dec 2008, 06:59
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jallenmorris - thanks for the info! Maybe it's true that because they tried to caters to too many different area (even some professional/charter test preparation if I'm not mistaken). I'd like to ask about how much they paid by the hour but I knew you wouldn't answer it 
On another note, is there a correction/errata sheet for Kaplan Premier 2009 edition? I contacted them early October but haven't heard back.
On another note, is there a correction/errata sheet for Kaplan Premier 2009 edition? I contacted them early October but haven't heard back.
