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... ok - that subject title probably sounds a little bit more dramatic than it should 
Since I received my 5th edition of the Manhattan Complete Prep Set yesterday (except for the FoV book which is a bit delayed), guess I need to start getting serious about this -- which is one of the reasons that I'm starting this...
I'm a 42 year old native speaker living in the state of Georgia. Yes -- you are reading that correctly ... 42. In terms of the GMAT & MBA students, I am probably going to be the Old Man in this group. Which is fine, maybe I can teach you young whippersnappers a thing or two.
Seriously, I definitely expect to learn more from you guys when it comes to the GMAT and Business School applying.
I'm married with 2 kids; 3 1/2 & 9 months at the time of this initial post. I have a current CPA license .. and have been with my current company for nearly 16 years.
My reasons for taking the GMAT and trying to get into a MBA program mainly boil down to one sentence: "I want more" I feel that I have reached a point in my career that I need to move on to get what I want (more responsibility, better title, more $). In reviewing job postings, I see that while being a CPA is a plus, more and more places are liking (or requiring) to see a Masters or MBA degree for their applicants. In those positions that don't mention it, having that degree would definitely be a plus. In addition, I don't consider an MBA to be helpful for the next job.. but rather the job following the next job.
I've signed up for a Manhattan 9 week online prep program which starts on Sunday, May 13. This was the best session date that fit my family's schedule... hopefully. While my wife is 100% supportive of this, I don't necessarily think she understands what it will entail. I will not be surprised if I will need to re-listen to sessions because I was pulled away for some reason. I am not sure what the study time will be in between sessions... but hopefully, I'll be able to figure that out soon.
I've always been a strong math student ... not so much on the verbal end of things. However, being that it has been over 10 years since I've taken any sort of professional test (and almost 20 years since graduating), I am sure that I'll need to focus on both sides of the coin come study time.
As of this initial post, I don't have a test date scheduled -- With the classes ending on July 15th, my initial thought would be the following week, but I may wait a bit until early August. There are 3 test centers "close" by (1 Pearson center and the other 2 at colleges); not sure if there would be a difference taking it at one or the other.
My goal is a 700 (but isn't that the same for a lot of people?) -- At the moment, I've got 2 schools that are probably on the top of my list; being in Georgia, you would probably think that Emory is one of them. Actually, they are in my "top 5"... but I am more interested in the Online programs at UNC & Indiana. In addition, Indiana also has a online dual degree program with Thunderbird that caught my eye. Along with Emory, I would probably also apply to UGA & Georgia Tech... just because they are local. Of course, there is also the question on "How to pay for my education...", but that's another subforum.
First step is to start getting familiar with the prep material and devise a game plan between now & the 13th (probably will include taking, at least, a Manhattan test).
I know that there is no real format to these types of threads... but if someone wants me to add something (or edit), please let me know.
Thanks for reading & commenting,
Jeff
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Manhattan CAT 1 (05/09 Q & 05/10 V): Q43 V37 660
Since I received my 5th edition of the Manhattan Complete Prep Set yesterday (except for the FoV book which is a bit delayed), guess I need to start getting serious about this -- which is one of the reasons that I'm starting this...
I'm a 42 year old native speaker living in the state of Georgia. Yes -- you are reading that correctly ... 42. In terms of the GMAT & MBA students, I am probably going to be the Old Man in this group. Which is fine, maybe I can teach you young whippersnappers a thing or two.
Seriously, I definitely expect to learn more from you guys when it comes to the GMAT and Business School applying.I'm married with 2 kids; 3 1/2 & 9 months at the time of this initial post. I have a current CPA license .. and have been with my current company for nearly 16 years.
My reasons for taking the GMAT and trying to get into a MBA program mainly boil down to one sentence: "I want more" I feel that I have reached a point in my career that I need to move on to get what I want (more responsibility, better title, more $). In reviewing job postings, I see that while being a CPA is a plus, more and more places are liking (or requiring) to see a Masters or MBA degree for their applicants. In those positions that don't mention it, having that degree would definitely be a plus. In addition, I don't consider an MBA to be helpful for the next job.. but rather the job following the next job.
I've signed up for a Manhattan 9 week online prep program which starts on Sunday, May 13. This was the best session date that fit my family's schedule... hopefully. While my wife is 100% supportive of this, I don't necessarily think she understands what it will entail. I will not be surprised if I will need to re-listen to sessions because I was pulled away for some reason. I am not sure what the study time will be in between sessions... but hopefully, I'll be able to figure that out soon.
I've always been a strong math student ... not so much on the verbal end of things. However, being that it has been over 10 years since I've taken any sort of professional test (and almost 20 years since graduating), I am sure that I'll need to focus on both sides of the coin come study time.
As of this initial post, I don't have a test date scheduled -- With the classes ending on July 15th, my initial thought would be the following week, but I may wait a bit until early August. There are 3 test centers "close" by (1 Pearson center and the other 2 at colleges); not sure if there would be a difference taking it at one or the other.
My goal is a 700 (but isn't that the same for a lot of people?) -- At the moment, I've got 2 schools that are probably on the top of my list; being in Georgia, you would probably think that Emory is one of them. Actually, they are in my "top 5"... but I am more interested in the Online programs at UNC & Indiana. In addition, Indiana also has a online dual degree program with Thunderbird that caught my eye. Along with Emory, I would probably also apply to UGA & Georgia Tech... just because they are local. Of course, there is also the question on "How to pay for my education...", but that's another subforum.
First step is to start getting familiar with the prep material and devise a game plan between now & the 13th (probably will include taking, at least, a Manhattan test).
I know that there is no real format to these types of threads... but if someone wants me to add something (or edit), please let me know.
Thanks for reading & commenting,
Jeff
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Like the enthusiasm! Good luck with your GMAT journey
20 Apr 2012, 13:17
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Thanks!
One edit that I just made regarding my reasoning for getting an MBA: "In addition, I don't consider an MBA to be helpful for the next job.. but rather the job following the next job."
One edit that I just made regarding my reasoning for getting an MBA: "In addition, I don't consider an MBA to be helpful for the next job.. but rather the job following the next job."
