Hi
Apoorv0194,
Here is a point-wise response:
1. Give the test when you are closest to your target score. However, if you are not achieving your score and also absolutely wish to apply, December first week should be the latest so you do not miss important deadlines.
2. Before applying, please write to your target schools to check if you are eligible to apply considering you already have an MBA. You should target programs in Spain, Germany, and Italy. You may also look at mid ranked schools in France.
3. Here is what you should do to improve:
a) Revisit your fundamentals and clear up any lingering gaps. If certain topics still feel uncertain, consider a structured prep resource; while official material is great for practice, it is not ideal for learning concepts from scratch.
b) Go through your previously incorrect questions and understand why you missed them. Turning those mistakes into lessons is key to real improvement.
c) Incorporate high-difficulty questions from official or trusted sources to stretch your thinking and boost confidence.
d) Keep practicing regularly. Every few weeks, reattempt your earlier weak areas because consistency matters a lot.
All the best!
Experts' GlobalApoorv0194
Hi,
GMAT first timer Prep. Scoring around 595 in official mocks and 6 Full length Mocks of GMAT CLUB with 2.5 months of prep.
I am aiming for R2 top colleges.
With a profile of Engineer + MBA + 5.5 Years of work experience in core Marketing and IT consulting, I am seeking a second MBA and considering a move abroad. But I am running out of time. I know I started late, but I need to give the official GMAT to be able to apply this year itself - not looking to postpone.
Suggestions needed on::
1) When should I give the Official GMAT? (Any scope my score improves on the big day?
2) What Colleges should I aim if I get a score around 615 -635 as they won't suffice for INSEAD,LBS etc?
3) Any suggestion on how to improve. I make silly mistakes at times as well in Quant.

P.s - For Last two I tried changing order - I feel it is better (Vb-Q-DI)
Thanks
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