Need GMAT Help - Score on a rapid decline

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Hey guys,

I need some help (advice) that I can use to increase my GMAT score. Initially, I had taken the Manhattan Prep GMAT course, which did help with regards to studying on a scheduled timetable. However, after taking the prep course and studying more individually, my GMAT score has been decreasing.

Pre-Prep Course (Diagnostic from Manhattan GMAT) score: 520 (Q:34 V27)
Score during mid-way of course: 460 (Q:30 V:24)
1 month post course: 390 (Q22, V25)

For the problems that I don't understand and get wrong, I re-do them to ensure I understand the concepts.

I find it frustrating as I've been studying for a long time and I am not seeing results.

I've come to a point where I am not sure of what I should do next

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi oa7,

There are a variety of factors that can influence your scores on a CAT, including (but not limited to) whether you took the ENTIRE CAT or not, the time of day that you took the CAT, possible distractions at the location, how well-rested you felt, whether you had previously seen any of the questions or not, if you left any of the questions unanswered, etc.

1) How long have you been studying?
2) Have you used any resources besides the Course that you mentioned?

3) What is your goal score?
4) When are you planning to take the GMAT?

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

oa7 · Answer

1) I have been studying for about 5 months
2) Only Manhattan Prep resources
3)Goal score is 700+
4) Original plan was to write it in October, however due to low scores on practice CATS, I am looking to take the GMAT in late Jan/Feb.

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi oa7,

Three CATs in 5 months is not very many, so it's possible that you've been studying in an inconsistent way (I also don't think that the Course you took gave you a 5-month Study Plan to work with). It's also possible that you've lost some of your skills over time because of the lack of consistency.

With a new Test Date in January/February, you have plenty of time to continue studying, but you might need a plan with more consistent, professional guidance (as well as some new resources to work with). You'll also have to plan to take FULL-LENGTH CATs on a more regular basis (1 CAT every 1-2 weeks), so that you can hone ALL of your Test Taking skills.

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

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