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28 Dec 2016, 02:17
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Hi all,
I recently failed my first GMAT test and got a score of 520. I am not sure about the exact raw scores because I cancelled my score immediately. I do know that my verbal was significantly higher than my quant, my quant was around the 20th percentile while my verbal was at least triple of that.
My target score is at least 600 and I am retaking the GMAT in less than a months' time and I was wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase an online GMAT course (think e-GMAT, EmpowerGMAT etc.). I see lots of online GMAT courses advertise scores of 700+, but in my country such scores are not yet needed since the GMAT is a requirement since just a few years ago by the top universities.
Are the online GMAT courses focused on the more advanced GMAT takers or can I, as a novice, also benefit from these online courses to boost my score from 520 to 600+
Many thanks in advance!
I recently failed my first GMAT test and got a score of 520. I am not sure about the exact raw scores because I cancelled my score immediately. I do know that my verbal was significantly higher than my quant, my quant was around the 20th percentile while my verbal was at least triple of that.
My target score is at least 600 and I am retaking the GMAT in less than a months' time and I was wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase an online GMAT course (think e-GMAT, EmpowerGMAT etc.). I see lots of online GMAT courses advertise scores of 700+, but in my country such scores are not yet needed since the GMAT is a requirement since just a few years ago by the top universities.
Are the online GMAT courses focused on the more advanced GMAT takers or can I, as a novice, also benefit from these online courses to boost my score from 520 to 600+
Many thanks in advance!
28 Dec 2016, 06:36
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Hi all,
I recently failed my first GMAT test and got a score of 520. I am not sure about the exact raw scores because I cancelled my score immediately. I do know that my verbal was significantly higher than my quant, my quant was around the 20th percentile while my verbal was at least triple of that.
My target score is at least 600 and I am retaking the GMAT in less than a months' time and I was wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase an online GMAT course (think e-GMAT, EmpowerGMAT etc.). I see lots of online GMAT courses advertise scores of 700+, but in my country such scores are not yet needed since the GMAT is a requirement since just a few years ago by the top universities.
Are the online GMAT courses focused on the more advanced GMAT takers or can I, as a novice, also benefit from these online courses to boost my score from 520 to 600+
Many thanks in advance!
Dear hubertotan,I recently failed my first GMAT test and got a score of 520. I am not sure about the exact raw scores because I cancelled my score immediately. I do know that my verbal was significantly higher than my quant, my quant was around the 20th percentile while my verbal was at least triple of that.
My target score is at least 600 and I am retaking the GMAT in less than a months' time and I was wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase an online GMAT course (think e-GMAT, EmpowerGMAT etc.). I see lots of online GMAT courses advertise scores of 700+, but in my country such scores are not yet needed since the GMAT is a requirement since just a few years ago by the top universities.
Are the online GMAT courses focused on the more advanced GMAT takers or can I, as a novice, also benefit from these online courses to boost my score from 520 to 600+
Many thanks in advance!
I'm happy to respond.
I can't speak about what the other online companies may or may not offer, but I can tell you about my company, Magoosh. In answer to your question, yes definitely, Magoosh already has helped beginners move up from very low to more respectable scores. We are not focused exclusively on the top scorers: we have a curriculum that has been proven to help test takers across the entire spectrum of abilities & experience levels.
You need help in math. Here's a blog article you may find helpful
How to Study for GMAT Math
Follow the links there to other helpful articles.
Also, the Magoosh itself can help you. Magoosh has 150+ math lessons covering all the content and strategy you need. Here's a sample math lesson:
Multiples
Here's a practice DS question:
Square and Triangle, Same Area
Here's a practice PS question:
The Greatest Common Factor of 48 and 72
When you submit your answer to either question, the following page will have a complete video explanation. Each one of Magoosh's 1000+ practice questions has its own VE: that kind of immediate feedback will accelerate your learning.
Let me know if you have any questions. I wish you the best of luck, my friend!
Mike
28 Dec 2016, 21:10
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Hi hubertotan,
Since your score goal is relatively modest, I think that you could easily hit that score. However, you will likely need at least another 1-2 months of consistent, guided study to get up to that level - and it sounds like you've given yourself far less time than that. 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 how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) How long have you studied?
2) What materials have you used?
3) How have you scored on each of your CATs (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores)?
Goals:
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
5) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Since your score goal is relatively modest, I think that you could easily hit that score. However, you will likely need at least another 1-2 months of consistent, guided study to get up to that level - and it sounds like you've given yourself far less time than that. 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 how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) How long have you studied?
2) What materials have you used?
3) How have you scored on each of your CATs (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores)?
Goals:
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
5) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
