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04 Aug 2022, 11:36
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Hey all!
I started my GMAT Prep recently and I have a few questions with regards to my prep strategy. To give a background, I was told to give one of the two GMAT official mocks to set a baseline score before I start preparation, so I did that and got 680, V37, Q45. I am aiming for a 750+ score since I come from an overly represented demographic.
I was exploring the forum and I came across the "Get Over the 700 Hump GMAT Study Plan", which talks about how one can get from scoring in the late 600s to going above 700. My question with this is that it assumes that the test giver is already very familiar with a lot of the GMAT prep books and already given the test multiple times. Since I haven't gone through any of the basic GMAT Prep books, is it advisable for me to go through with this study plan? If not, what should be the ideal study plan for me? As stated in the title, I have about 6 weeks of time with 2-3 hours on the weekdays and full days on the weekend for prep.
Thanks in advance!
I started my GMAT Prep recently and I have a few questions with regards to my prep strategy. To give a background, I was told to give one of the two GMAT official mocks to set a baseline score before I start preparation, so I did that and got 680, V37, Q45. I am aiming for a 750+ score since I come from an overly represented demographic.
I was exploring the forum and I came across the "Get Over the 700 Hump GMAT Study Plan", which talks about how one can get from scoring in the late 600s to going above 700. My question with this is that it assumes that the test giver is already very familiar with a lot of the GMAT prep books and already given the test multiple times. Since I haven't gone through any of the basic GMAT Prep books, is it advisable for me to go through with this study plan? If not, what should be the ideal study plan for me? As stated in the title, I have about 6 weeks of time with 2-3 hours on the weekdays and full days on the weekend for prep.
Thanks in advance!
04 Aug 2022, 16:20
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Hi galby,
To start, a 680 is an outstanding initial CAT score (the Average Score on the Official GMAT hovers around 550 most years) - so assuming that you took this CAT in a realistic fashion that matches-up with how you will take the Official GMAT, then you are likely already a really strong critical-thinker (which is great!). That having been said, many GMATers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores, so if you are going to limit your studies to just 6 weeks, then there might be a limit to how much you can improve in that time.
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) What study materials do you currently have access to?
2) Are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to? If it's sometime soon, then what specific application deadlines are you facing?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Contact Rich at: [email protected]
To start, a 680 is an outstanding initial CAT score (the Average Score on the Official GMAT hovers around 550 most years) - so assuming that you took this CAT in a realistic fashion that matches-up with how you will take the Official GMAT, then you are likely already a really strong critical-thinker (which is great!). That having been said, many GMATers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores, so if you are going to limit your studies to just 6 weeks, then there might be a limit to how much you can improve in that time.
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) What study materials do you currently have access to?
2) Are you planning to take the At-home GMAT or are you planning to take your GMAT at a Test Facility?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to? If it's sometime soon, then what specific application deadlines are you facing?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Contact Rich at: [email protected]
04 Aug 2022, 20:33
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I did that and got 680, V37, Q45. I am aiming for a 750+ score
For a 750+, you'll probably want a V42+. If you're already at a consistent V37+ level, your fundamentals may already be pretty solid. Consider working on your solving approach, making the way you tackle questions more efficient. May boost your verbal. This sort of learning doesn't have to take very long. Had a 6-hour student who went from V31 to a V40 in about 4 weeks. He also used a variety of resources along his total prep journey (some free) you might find helpful. Perhaps find a study buddy.
For a 750+, you'll probably want a V42+. If you're already at a consistent V37+ level, your fundamentals may already be pretty solid. Consider working on your solving approach, making the way you tackle questions more efficient. May boost your verbal. This sort of learning doesn't have to take very long. Had a 6-hour student who went from V31 to a V40 in about 4 weeks. He also used a variety of resources along his total prep journey (some free) you might find helpful. Perhaps find a study buddy.
