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20 Jan 2012, 10:45
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Hey guys,
I am a novice with respect to the GMAT and have literally started my journey to taking the test a couple of days ago. I developed a study schedule and--if any of you will oblige me--would like your comments/recommendations on my proposed plan of action. My strategy is as follows:
• Month 1 (Quantitative): Study all of the MGMAT books and do the corresponding questions in the respective chapter and OG. Make note of questions answered incorrectly in my error log (be sure to note the type of question and its page number). UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR ANSWER IS WRONG AND WHY THE CORRECT ANSWER IS RIGHT. Only move on to the next section when you have a complete understanding of the topic being covered.
• Month 2 (Verbal): Study all of the MGMAT books and do the corresponding questions in the respective chapter and OG. Make note of questions answered incorrectly in my error log (be sure to note the type of question and its page number). UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR ANSWER IS WRONG AND WHY THE CORRECT ANSWER IS RIGHT. Only move on to the next section when you have a complete understanding of the topic being covered.
• Month 3 (Practice CAT): Get used to the CAT format. Take 1st GMAT prep test and ensure you time yourself. If time runs out and you are not finished, stop taking the test immediately; you want to ensure you adhere to the conditions of the real exam as closely as possible. Note all incorrect answers and go over the topics which they fall under in MGMAT. If timing is an issue, then work on pacing yourself. Repeat this process after each of your 8 available CAT (2 GMAT prep CAT and 6 MGMAT CAT). Take the final GMAT prep CAT two days before the actual exam to get an accurate estimate of how you are likely to perform.
Guidelines:
Do not pay much attention to timing during the first 2 months. Use this time to concentrate on understanding each of the tested topics and strategies employed to answer questions.
During month 3 take 1 – 2 tests per week; try and complete each test on the weekends when excess time is available. Ensure that you time yourself for each test.
For extra practice access the bonus online question bank on MGMAT website.
I am a novice with respect to the GMAT and have literally started my journey to taking the test a couple of days ago. I developed a study schedule and--if any of you will oblige me--would like your comments/recommendations on my proposed plan of action. My strategy is as follows:
• Month 1 (Quantitative): Study all of the MGMAT books and do the corresponding questions in the respective chapter and OG. Make note of questions answered incorrectly in my error log (be sure to note the type of question and its page number). UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR ANSWER IS WRONG AND WHY THE CORRECT ANSWER IS RIGHT. Only move on to the next section when you have a complete understanding of the topic being covered.
• Month 2 (Verbal): Study all of the MGMAT books and do the corresponding questions in the respective chapter and OG. Make note of questions answered incorrectly in my error log (be sure to note the type of question and its page number). UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR ANSWER IS WRONG AND WHY THE CORRECT ANSWER IS RIGHT. Only move on to the next section when you have a complete understanding of the topic being covered.
• Month 3 (Practice CAT): Get used to the CAT format. Take 1st GMAT prep test and ensure you time yourself. If time runs out and you are not finished, stop taking the test immediately; you want to ensure you adhere to the conditions of the real exam as closely as possible. Note all incorrect answers and go over the topics which they fall under in MGMAT. If timing is an issue, then work on pacing yourself. Repeat this process after each of your 8 available CAT (2 GMAT prep CAT and 6 MGMAT CAT). Take the final GMAT prep CAT two days before the actual exam to get an accurate estimate of how you are likely to perform.
Guidelines:
Do not pay much attention to timing during the first 2 months. Use this time to concentrate on understanding each of the tested topics and strategies employed to answer questions.
During month 3 take 1 – 2 tests per week; try and complete each test on the weekends when excess time is available. Ensure that you time yourself for each test.
For extra practice access the bonus online question bank on MGMAT website.
21 Jan 2012, 06:55
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Yardy
Sounds a very good plan - and well thought out.
A couple of points:
- Instead of dedicating one full month to quants and the next to verbals, I would suggest alternating between verbals and quants say, every week. Would help make your preparation less boring - would also ensure that you do not lose touch with quants for one full month.
- Would suggest taking the GMATPrep CAT tests twice - uninstall and re-install once you take both the tests. The question bank is huge and the number of repeats would be low. GMATPrep is the closest to the actual GMAT, so doing more GMATPrep tests (even if it means sacrificing a couple of MGMAT tests) is important.
- Other than MGMAT and GMATPrep tests, you could take a couple of the other free tets available - the Kaplan, Veritas and Knewton practice tests. This would give you a diversified mix of tests and not make you too used to the MGMAT test format only.
Would also suggest taking one of the GMATPrep tests at the outset and see where you stand before you start your GMAT preps.
Sounds a very good plan - and well thought out.
A couple of points:
- Instead of dedicating one full month to quants and the next to verbals, I would suggest alternating between verbals and quants say, every week. Would help make your preparation less boring - would also ensure that you do not lose touch with quants for one full month.
- Would suggest taking the GMATPrep CAT tests twice - uninstall and re-install once you take both the tests. The question bank is huge and the number of repeats would be low. GMATPrep is the closest to the actual GMAT, so doing more GMATPrep tests (even if it means sacrificing a couple of MGMAT tests) is important.
- Other than MGMAT and GMATPrep tests, you could take a couple of the other free tets available - the Kaplan, Veritas and Knewton practice tests. This would give you a diversified mix of tests and not make you too used to the MGMAT test format only.
Would also suggest taking one of the GMATPrep tests at the outset and see where you stand before you start your GMAT preps.
21 Jan 2012, 11:39
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Hey Santanu76,
Thank you for your input. I was contemplating whether I should take a diagnostic test at first because I'm sure I would score below 500 (pretty rusty), but after seeing numerous recommendations suggesting this route, I think I will take your advice. I also liked the idea of alternating between quantitative and verbal on a weekly basis as opposed to concentrating on one each month. Thanks also for making me aware of the availability of other free test--I'm pretty sure they will come in handy. I will hold myself accountable by posting my diagnostic test score for everyone to see. Kudos for taking the time out to lend me a hand (I definitely needed it).
Regards,
Yardy83
Thank you for your input. I was contemplating whether I should take a diagnostic test at first because I'm sure I would score below 500 (pretty rusty), but after seeing numerous recommendations suggesting this route, I think I will take your advice. I also liked the idea of alternating between quantitative and verbal on a weekly basis as opposed to concentrating on one each month. Thanks also for making me aware of the availability of other free test--I'm pretty sure they will come in handy. I will hold myself accountable by posting my diagnostic test score for everyone to see. Kudos for taking the time out to lend me a hand (I definitely needed it).
Regards,
Yardy83
