Minimal Improvement from CAT Exam 1-2

Hello GMAT800byNIK .....welcome to the community.

According to my experience GMAT excellence depends on where you stand now and how much you can apply your learning on the test day. Irrespective of all, your timeline is a bit tight (unless you are already at a close proximity of your goal score). Not all the test takers can exhibit 90+ ponts inprovements in 6 weeks.

Saying that , one can achieve anything and everything. GmatWizard already have shared some nice links .... let us know if you have any specific queries.

All the very best !!

Hi jwc3694,

Many Test Takers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores, but there's no way to know whether you will hit your peak in 6 weeks or not, nor what your personal peak Score is. You've clearly made some nice improvements to how you handle the Quant section, but raising a 640 to the point that you could consistently score 730+ will likely require at least another 2 months of consistent, guided study - and you'll 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 your timeline and your goals:

1) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
2) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
3) Going forward, how many hours do you think you can consistently study each week?

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

You've improved quite a bit in the 6 weeks that you have been studying. It might be a good idea to start taking the official practice tests regularly now.

Hi jwc3694,

I’m glad you reached out, and I’m happy to help. First off, a 60-point improvement in just 6 weeks is certainly impressive. That said, have you taken any official GMAC practice exams to get a baseline score?

Regarding your questions:

1) For sure, there are some strong positives that you can take away from your second exam; however, you likely will need more than just 6 weeks to improve from a 640 to a 730+. If necessary, are you able to take the GMAT at a later date?

2) As long as you follow a realistic timeline and a structured study plan, YES, a 730+ is a realistic score goal.

3) Regarding your approach, its difficult to say whether what you are doing is enough for you to hit your score goal. The best thing you can do is objectively evaluate your progress so that, in the event that you are not making the improvements you need, you can consider adjusting your study plan or using additional prep materials.

Feel free to keep me updated and reach out with further questions. You also may find it helpful to read this article about how to score a 700+ on the GMAT.

Good luck!