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28 Jan 2018, 10:37
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I am interested in pursuing an MBA program and I am aware that a good MBA score plays a very important factor in the admissions process.
I suffer from a severe diagnosed disability in math, which has plagued me throughout my academic career.
Testing wise I tend to get rock bottom quant scores and sky high scores on things like verbal and writing.
I was wondering if there is anyway for someone like me to do well on the GMAT? As aside from quantitative matters my application is pretty strong for most high ranking MBA programs.
Thank you in advance for whatever advice I get!
I suffer from a severe diagnosed disability in math, which has plagued me throughout my academic career.
Testing wise I tend to get rock bottom quant scores and sky high scores on things like verbal and writing.
I was wondering if there is anyway for someone like me to do well on the GMAT? As aside from quantitative matters my application is pretty strong for most high ranking MBA programs.
Thank you in advance for whatever advice I get!
28 Jan 2018, 14:23
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Hi Londinium,
To start, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level. Whatever 'issues' you might have with math, you will need to train to overcome them though. Thankfully, most of the 'math work' that you'll have to do on Test Day is limited to basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry. You'll need to learn all of the necessary formulas and rules - and you'll have to learn patterns and Tactics - but again, all of this is defined and predictable.
Since it sounds like you're just beginning your studies, then it would be a good idea to take a FULL-LENGTH practice CAT Test; you can download 2 for free from www.mba.com (and they come with some additional practice materials). If you want to do a little studying first, so that you can familiarize yourself with the basic content and question types, then that's okay - but you shouldn't wait too long to take that initial CAT. That score will give us a good sense of your natural strengths and weaknesses and will help provide a basis for comparison as you continue to study. A FULL CAT takes about 4 hours to complete, so make sure that you've set aside enough time to take it in one sitting. Once you have those scores, you should report back here and we can come up with a study plan.
I'd like to know a bit more about your timeline and goals:
1) What is your goal score?
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
4) When you refer to a 'severe diagnosed disability in math', are you talking about an actual medical diagnosis or that you've never really developed math 'skills'?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
To start, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level. Whatever 'issues' you might have with math, you will need to train to overcome them though. Thankfully, most of the 'math work' that you'll have to do on Test Day is limited to basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry. You'll need to learn all of the necessary formulas and rules - and you'll have to learn patterns and Tactics - but again, all of this is defined and predictable.
Since it sounds like you're just beginning your studies, then it would be a good idea to take a FULL-LENGTH practice CAT Test; you can download 2 for free from www.mba.com (and they come with some additional practice materials). If you want to do a little studying first, so that you can familiarize yourself with the basic content and question types, then that's okay - but you shouldn't wait too long to take that initial CAT. That score will give us a good sense of your natural strengths and weaknesses and will help provide a basis for comparison as you continue to study. A FULL CAT takes about 4 hours to complete, so make sure that you've set aside enough time to take it in one sitting. Once you have those scores, you should report back here and we can come up with a study plan.
I'd like to know a bit more about your timeline and goals:
1) What is your goal score?
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
4) When you refer to a 'severe diagnosed disability in math', are you talking about an actual medical diagnosis or that you've never really developed math 'skills'?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
1) might sound cliche but the best score I can possibly achieve.
2) I am currently in a full time masters program (non-business related) right now. So most likely not until NOV-DEC at the earliest.
3) still trying to work that out. I guess in theory I could apply in Spring 19 but most likely not until 2020.
4) I am referring to an actual medical diagnosis.
Sorry if these answers aren’t direct. As I am still deciding on my timeline. As I think I might need 1-2 years of more actual paid work experience once I finish my current masters. However, both academically and professionally I’ve concluded an MBA is the next best step for me.
2) I am currently in a full time masters program (non-business related) right now. So most likely not until NOV-DEC at the earliest.
3) still trying to work that out. I guess in theory I could apply in Spring 19 but most likely not until 2020.
4) I am referring to an actual medical diagnosis.
Sorry if these answers aren’t direct. As I am still deciding on my timeline. As I think I might need 1-2 years of more actual paid work experience once I finish my current masters. However, both academically and professionally I’ve concluded an MBA is the next best step for me.
