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Hello Nervousaf .... welcome to the community.

I would first check where I stand. So I would get the current OG .... it will provide you a diagnostic test. So, you can then gauge yourself.
Otherwise , try any other free GMAT full mocks in the web. (they might not be the closest to GMAT - but that's max you can get free)

Once, you know your target points .... then ponder the options in terms of courses.

I would also like you to go through the post below (I believe all the beginners should go through this):
https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmat-study-p ... ml#p605856

All the best !!
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Hi Jason,

A good place to start would be determining where you stand right now with regards to the topics covered in the GMAT. Have you managed to skim through the books and found that you have forgotten most of the concepts? Or is there a faint memory of those topics?

If it's the former, Foundations series of MGMAT is a good start. If it's the latter, I would suggest you read through the books once to revise the concepts and then do a practice test to see where you stand.

Hope this helps.

Thank you very much for your response! I actually haven't bought any books yet. So do you have an idea which one I should get?

What I see is that the courses on the link are very expensive ($280-$2800). Is that something you can do without?

Thanks!

Jason

Jason,

What the above user has said is correct. You will need to buy the OG regardless of whatever other course you buy, since OG has official practice questions. Do the diagnostic test and see where you stand.

I don't think 600 should be a problem if your foundations for the test are strong. I can recommend a few books. PM me if you have any specific requirements of what the books should cover.
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Dear GMAT Experts,

My name is Jason and I am a 20-year old BSc student from the Netherlands.

After I finish my BSc I want to directly do a Master's Programme. This requires me to score a minimum of 600 on the GMAT. The GMAT is something that is fairly uncommon in The Netherlands. Most universities don't require a GMAT in order to be accepted.

I have 5-6 months to prepare, as I will have to take the exam in July-August. I have about 10 hours per week to prepare. I hope you would be able to help me with the following questions:

- Which books would you recommend me to buy? Are books the way to go to study for the GMAT? I have downloaded these GMAT apps already, for some studying on the go.
- What is a good source for test exams? I read that I should do a test exam every week in order to see where I need to improve on.
- A 600, for a BSc student, is that something that is do-able? At the moment, my moral is just very low. Somehow, I don't see how I can pass this GMAT, next to going to university full-time.

Any help is much appreciated,

Jason

In 6 months one can improve a lot from his/her base level. Have you given a free mock exam from mba.com. If yes, share your baseline score.

Make it a point that you give your first priority to OG bundle and 6 mocks from mba.com.

GMATCLUB mocks are good for Quant. You may find this link use for getting some free trials and selecting the one which suits you best:-

https://gmatclub.com/marketplace/?fl=menu

All the best for your prep!!
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Hello Nervousaf.

Welcome to GMAT club. We wish you the best of luck for your preparation.GMAT is not as easy. GMAT math is logic, and GMAT verbal is a real test of English as a language. So we recommend you to remember certain key points.

Initially, you should spend more time on learning basic concepts and try solving as many as questions you can. Build your math basics with our "Math Review" (5-hour lesson). These videos are for reviewing basic math, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and word problems. You may take an online course where you may ask as many questions you have, or you may consider private tutoring as well.

We will also recommend you to visit our website https://www.mathrevolution.com to :

1. Try our free diagnostic test.
2. Check our free trial pack and free video lesson.
3. Quant Shortcut 51 ( this is must for you ).


Apart from this, what exactly you need:

1. A detailed study plan (We provide a study guide to all our students based on diagnostic test)
2. A unique, alternative approaches to solve quant questions in a short period, thus saving the time of yours and increase accuracy and finally the score.
3. Up-To-Date questions that meet GMAT exam trends. You don’t need to waste your time on outdated questions here and there.
4. An expert to resolve your queries related to Quant sections individually.
5. Regular tests will reflect the positive change in the score, and hence, your confidence will boost up.

Gradually, with the help of mock tests, you will be able to compete with time and hence will be able to learn time-management. So you should keep a proper track of your mock test scores. Various possible combinations that you should keep in mind to achieve a score of 700 or above are: V37/Q50, V39/Q49, V43/Q45 are some possible combinations.


Let us know if you have further questions.

You can reach us at info@mathrevolution.com

Success is within your reach.

Good luck!
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Dear GMAT Experts,

My name is Jason and I am a 20-year old BSc student from the Netherlands.

After I finish my BSc I want to directly do a Master's Programme. This requires me to score a minimum of 600 on the GMAT. The GMAT is something that is fairly uncommon in The Netherlands. Most universities don't require a GMAT in order to be accepted.

I have 5-6 months to prepare, as I will have to take the exam in July-August. I have about 10 hours per week to prepare. I hope you would be able to help me with the following questions:

- Which books would you recommend me to buy? Are books the way to go to study for the GMAT? I have downloaded these GMAT apps already, for some studying on the go.
- What is a good source for test exams? I read that I should do a test exam every week in order to see where I need to improve on.
- A 600, for a BSc student, is that something that is do-able? At the moment, my moral is just very low. Somehow, I don't see how I can pass this GMAT, next to going to university full-time.

Any help is much appreciated,

Jason
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I hope I am not too late but I think this link has everything you need
https://gmatclub.com/forum/beginner-to- ... l#p2313182
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Dear GMAT Experts,

My name is Jason and I am a 20-year old BSc student from the Netherlands.

After I finish my BSc I want to directly do a Master's Programme. This requires me to score a minimum of 600 on the GMAT. The GMAT is something that is fairly uncommon in The Netherlands. Most universities don't require a GMAT in order to be accepted.

I have 5-6 months to prepare, as I will have to take the exam in July-August. I have about 10 hours per week to prepare. I hope you would be able to help me with the following questions:

- Which books would you recommend me to buy? Are books the way to go to study for the GMAT? I have downloaded these GMAT apps already, for some studying on the go.
- What is a good source for test exams? I read that I should do a test exam every week in order to see where I need to improve on.
- A 600, for a BSc student, is that something that is do-able? At the moment, my moral is just very low. Somehow, I don't see how I can pass this GMAT, next to going to university full-time.

Any help is much appreciated,

Jason

Yo Jason Nervousaf , I guess we're targeting the same university ;) I'm in a similar situation, and don't hesitate to PM me if you want us to work together and boost each other's morale! ☺️

To me, I wouldn't recommend books but prep videos, I personally really liked gmatprepnow and some lessons of target test prep. for questions, only practice on OG questions, and for the mock exam, check mba.com for their diagnostic test, it's the most reliable!

600 being my score, it strongly recommended to acquire all the fundamentals and you should be good to go: however, you need to also apply strategies and be disciplined on how you approach and follow on questions you got wrong! It also depends on how good you are at maths and accurate reading in English, which is something that can't be improved by anything but regular practice and reading!

On the real, don't hesitate, I'm more than up for taking the challenge with someone with similar goals ;)
Take care and tot ziens ;)

-Adam.
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