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need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   09 Jul 2015, 20:35
Hi guys,

I have my gmat on 11th august 2015.

My scores:

GMATCLUB QUANTS FREE TEST Q 50
GMATCLUB VERBAL FREE TEST V 39

GMATPREP 2 Q 47 V 28 630
GMATPREP 3 Q 48 V 30 640
MGMAT2 Q 45 V 34 640

I want to tak emy scores to 690-700 level; so that i score atleast 650+ on the actual test. Is it possible to improve my score in this one month. I have taken off from work, so that ive complete time to study.
Pls recommend some strategy.

Thanks! :)
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   09 Jul 2015, 20:42
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Hi kuchu,

With a 640, you're actually closer to a 700+ score than you realize. However, you're likely going to have to make some adjustments to how you study and possibly learn some new tactics.

When it comes to taking your CATs, you MUST do everything in your power to make your CATs 'match up' with Test Day. That means that you must take the ENTIRE CAT (including the Essay and IR sections), away from your home, at the same time of day as your Official GMAT, under Test-like conditions, etc.

When it comes to your work itself, you have to strive to eliminate any silly/little mistakes from your work. Too many little mistakes will make a 700+ simply impossible to achieve (and while your goal is a 650+, with just a little more effort you could score higher).

How long have you been studying?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   09 Jul 2015, 23:59
Hi, thank you for the useful suggestions :)


I have been studying since 6 months now with some interruptions.

Resources used:
MGMAT SC
POWERSCORE BIBLE CR
EGMAT CR TUTORIALS
RC JAMBOREE NOTES
Quants gmatclub website
OG 13
MGMAT, GMATPREP, GMATCLUB TESTS

I have EXCELLENT accuracy in SC. But, I struggle with RC (60% accuracy). Also, i am stuck at q 45 in mgmat tests, whereas in gmatprep i usually get 48 +. Is this something to worry about?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   10 Jul 2015, 00:30
also, let me know which schools name to put during my actual exam. I am hoping for a 650-670 range score.

I am interested in getting Queens, Canada/ Rotman Toronto. Are Leeds and Smeal Penn state good schools?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   10 Jul 2015, 11:10
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Hi kuchu,

You can continue to use the various resources that you've assembled, but remember that the more realistic the material and 'interface', the more you can build the very skills that you'll use on Test Day.

When it comes to the Schools that you choose to send a score report to, that is really up to you. Do the Schools offer programs that 'match up' with your career/MBA 'goals'?

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   10 Jul 2015, 19:54
yes they do. Can I get admission in Queens at a 650 score and a 2 years of work ex?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   11 Jul 2015, 19:06
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Hi kuchu,

A 650 is just about the 80th percentile overall, so that would put you 'in range' of most Schools. The question that you ask is way too vague to be answered in this post though (you'd have to provide far more information and you'd have to talk to an Admissions Expert who knows that program really well to be sure). There IS a Forum of Admissions Experts here, if you're interested in getting a more pointed series of suggestions:

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   11 Jul 2015, 19:40
Hi ! I will be writing my gmat exam this August 11th (29 days).. I have attempted two mock tests (one with IR and other without) .. I have scored a disappointing 480,followed by a 430 I am aiming for 700+. Should I reschedule my exam to another month?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   11 Jul 2015, 20:06
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Hi Rk91,

Using your 2 CAT scores as a basis for comparison, you have to improve 200+ points to get to 700. That type of score improvement takes time (likely more time than you've planned for). I'd like to know a bit more about your studies so far and your overall plans:

1) How long have you been studying?
2) What resources have you been using?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
4) How many hours can you spend studying during a typical week?

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   11 Jul 2015, 20:26
I have been studying for the past 1.5 months with certain distractions because of my work related traveling. I can study 3hrs on a weekday and I work 6 days a week.

I have been using official gmat guide verbal and quant and Princeton review for practice. I have recently enrolled myself for 6 CATs from Manhattan prep.
I am not planning to apply for a school until next year ( I want to complete at least 2years of work ex) , however I aiming at early entry program of ISB - they have rounds of application - one in October and the other in January: I am planning for the January cycle.
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   12 Jul 2015, 07:24
thanks Rich!! :)

Rk91: I too scored a 490 in my first mock. ( in Feb). So, i studied for about 3 months to reach a 600 level.
Depending on your ability, you may even achieve a mid 600s in lesser time.

All the best :)
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   12 Jul 2015, 08:18
Thanks kuchu! That is indeed motivating ! All the best to you too! :)
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   12 Jul 2015, 09:11
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Hi Rk91,

While you can take your GMAT in August as planned, the reality is that you probably will not be able to raise your score to 700+ by that time.

Since you have plenty of time before you plan to apply, you can proceed as you like with your studies. To hit your goals though, you're likely going to need 3 months (or more) of consistent study time and you'll likely benefit from a structured GMAT Course of some type.

Most GMAT Companies offer some type of free materials (practice problems, Trial Accounts, videos, etc.) that you can use to 'test out' a product before you buy it. We have a variety of those resources at out site (www.empowergmat.com). I suggest that you take advantage of all of them then choose the one that best matches your personality, timeline and budget.

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   13 Jul 2015, 07:10
Rk91 : Most welcome and thanks!
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   13 Jul 2015, 07:13
rich: I am giving another mock (GMATPREP) tomorrow. What should be the range of my score 15 days before the exam, so as to achieve a 650 + score in the main exam???

expecting a 650 tomorrow :)
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   13 Jul 2015, 07:22
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Hi kuchu,

I don't think that there's a 'perfect' answer to that question. Some Experts advise scoring at (or above) your goal score at least twice before taking the Official GMAT, but I don't completely agree with that advice. Some Test Takers see a 'spike' in their scores on Test Day (knowing that they're facing the 'real thing' brings out the best in their performances), while others get so upset by the reality of Test Day that they falter (and their scores drop).

You should be looking to work hard for the entirety of the Test, making good decisions, minimizing mistakes and being efficient with everything that you do (even if it's efficiency in 'dumping' questions). If you can put together that type of performance, then a 650+ score should be a given.

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   13 Jul 2015, 22:37
Hi Rich,

I just scored a 630 :/

I had only 12 incorrect in quants and still got a Q45.

How is that possible?

q1-10 questions= 2 incorrect. But , I did wrong in a 4 questions sequence. Could that be a reason?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   14 Jul 2015, 02:16
today's tests:

gmatprep1 : q 45 v 31 630
Mgmat4 : q 43 v 36 640


Should i consider postponing my GMAT Date? :?
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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   14 Jul 2015, 08:37
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Hi kuchu,

First off, you should NOT be taking 2 CATs in the same day. After each CAT, you should put in the necessary effort to review the FULL CAT, identify any areas that need work, practice and review those areas, etc..... then take another CAT (about a week later).

As it stands, either of those scores COULD have been a 650+, but you made a few silly/little mistakes on each Test. If you can 'fix' those errors, then there's no reason to delay your Test Date.

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Re: need help to improve from 640 to 700 [#permalink] New post   14 Jul 2015, 19:49
thanks rich.

I will give my next practise test after 7 days now. But, can you tell me why I dint score a 48 on quants? Was it because og the consecutive mistakes that i did??

Also, I feel like Manhattan quants is tougher than the GMATPREP. Some of my friends who have given the actual GMAT has said they found the GMAT Quants much easier than the Manhattan Quants, whereas Verbal was at par with the Manhattan tests.
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