pikeman002 wrote:
Hi all -
I kicked off my GMAT prep yesterday by taking an official GMATPrep CAT. I attempted all sections except AWA and scored 740 (V42, Q49, IR8). I didn't spend any time preparing for the test before yesterday's test.
My target programs are Wharton EMBA and Columbia EMBA, and this score is well within the range published by both these programs.
As good as this score is, I am treading with caution because I don't want to fall into the trap of being overconfident. I expected a decent score but this seems too good to be true given zero prep.
I am hoping to get some ideas from the community on the following:
- What am I missing in terms of how I am interpreting my scores and readiness to take the GMAT?
- How should I go about identifying my weak spots using this CAT? (I've searched the forum and gotten some great advice already; would appreciate any other candid advice)
Thanks!
1. You are in a great position to do well on the GMAT. However, there are two (important) things that you should consider: (a) the GMATPreps don't simulate actual exam pressure and (b) it's usually a good idea to go in with a series of good scores.
2. You took the test without any prep, so you might be able to get an even better score with just a small amount of prep. Working on your concepts and doing practice questions (from, say, the official guides) in between more GMATPreps could be a good idea.
3. With a 740 (Q49 V42) on a GMATPrep, you probably don't have any major weaknesses! Again, it would be safer to take a few more tests and establish a pattern of good scores, but it is just very likely that you will have to work on only a few things.