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Updated on: 09 Dec 2019, 18:16
Originally posted by hollygolightly on 11 Dec 2018, 07:33.
Last edited by hollygolightly on 09 Dec 2019, 18:16, edited 1 time in total.
Last edited by hollygolightly on 09 Dec 2019, 18:16, edited 1 time in total.
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Hi all,
I have been studying for the GMAT for approx. 3 months now and unfortunately have not seen any improvement (I consistently score between a 610-640). I am wondering if anyone would have any recommendations for me on how best I can improve to a 700+, given that I have registered to write the test in about one month (January 18)?
I have been studying for the GMAT for approx. 3 months now and unfortunately have not seen any improvement (I consistently score between a 610-640). I am wondering if anyone would have any recommendations for me on how best I can improve to a 700+, given that I have registered to write the test in about one month (January 18)?
11 Dec 2018, 19:40
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Hi Nia,
To start, the scoring algorithm on the Official GMAT is far more complicated than most people realize. Since that algorithm is proprietary, no GMAT company has an exact match for it, thus CAT scores can vary a bit based on the 'biases' involved in their respective designs. The MGMAT CATs are generally regarded as being a bit tougher than the Official GMAT, so it's possible that your current 'ability level' is a little higher than these Scores. That having been said, your results have been fairly consistent, so it's also possible that you have gotten 'stuck' at this particular score level. If that's the case, then you may have developed some 'bad habits' that will take some time to 'fix' (and replace with new 'good habits'). With your current Test Date, you have about 5 weeks of study time remaining - and you could potentially improve a great deal in that time if you're focused on learning and practicing the proper Tactics.
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 man hours have you typically studied each week?
2) Have you taken any of the Official GMAC CATs yet (and if you have, then how did you score?)?
Goals:
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
To start, the scoring algorithm on the Official GMAT is far more complicated than most people realize. Since that algorithm is proprietary, no GMAT company has an exact match for it, thus CAT scores can vary a bit based on the 'biases' involved in their respective designs. The MGMAT CATs are generally regarded as being a bit tougher than the Official GMAT, so it's possible that your current 'ability level' is a little higher than these Scores. That having been said, your results have been fairly consistent, so it's also possible that you have gotten 'stuck' at this particular score level. If that's the case, then you may have developed some 'bad habits' that will take some time to 'fix' (and replace with new 'good habits'). With your current Test Date, you have about 5 weeks of study time remaining - and you could potentially improve a great deal in that time if you're focused on learning and practicing the proper Tactics.
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 man hours have you typically studied each week?
2) Have you taken any of the Official GMAC CATs yet (and if you have, then how did you score?)?
Goals:
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
12 Dec 2018, 07:01
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EMPOWERgmatRichC thanks for your response.
Studies:
1) How man hours have you typically studied each week? About 14 hours total - approx. 2 hours for 4 days a week, and 6 hours on weekends.
2) Have you taken any of the Official GMAC CATs yet (and if you have, then how did you score?)? I have not. I recognize that MGMAT is a bit harder than the official ones, but I think in terms of overall trends for strengths and weaknesses it is fairly accurate (based on my strengths and weaknesses when going through the official OG 2018 book).
Goals:
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School? I will apply for a 2020 year start.
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to? I have not decided on a final list yet, but I know I need at least a 700-710. My top choices include Kellogg and University of Toronto.
Studies:
1) How man hours have you typically studied each week? About 14 hours total - approx. 2 hours for 4 days a week, and 6 hours on weekends.
2) Have you taken any of the Official GMAC CATs yet (and if you have, then how did you score?)? I have not. I recognize that MGMAT is a bit harder than the official ones, but I think in terms of overall trends for strengths and weaknesses it is fairly accurate (based on my strengths and weaknesses when going through the official OG 2018 book).
Goals:
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School? I will apply for a 2020 year start.
4) What Schools are you planning to apply to? I have not decided on a final list yet, but I know I need at least a 700-710. My top choices include Kellogg and University of Toronto.
