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07 Jul 2015, 07:26
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Hi,
I have only taken GMAT once back in 2010 when I scored 550 (Q:42 & V:24) with 2 months of solid self study. That score didn't get me into any of the schools I wanted. Instead of retaking GMAT at that time, I got sidelined with other things. I am now seriously thinking of retaking GMAT and have two questions:
1. The schools I want to apply require anything between 650 to 700. Is it possible to improve more than 100 points if I give enough time (4 to 5 months)?
2. Should I start fresh with new books/material or start with my old notes/material and get to a point where I left off last time (get around 550 first) and then starting looking at the new material, making error logs, maybe also join some classes, etc?
Thanks.
I have only taken GMAT once back in 2010 when I scored 550 (Q:42 & V:24) with 2 months of solid self study. That score didn't get me into any of the schools I wanted. Instead of retaking GMAT at that time, I got sidelined with other things. I am now seriously thinking of retaking GMAT and have two questions:
1. The schools I want to apply require anything between 650 to 700. Is it possible to improve more than 100 points if I give enough time (4 to 5 months)?
2. Should I start fresh with new books/material or start with my old notes/material and get to a point where I left off last time (get around 550 first) and then starting looking at the new material, making error logs, maybe also join some classes, etc?
Thanks.
07 Jul 2015, 10:34
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Personally, I would start fresh with new books/material. Using the diagnostic math test on GMATClub and the diagnostic verbal test on eGMAT (both free) could be helpful in identifying problem areas. The GMATClub Math Book (free) is helpful in learning the fundamentals in math, and the Manhattan GMAT books for verbal are also helpful. Of course, the OG guide also provides great practice for real questions. Don't forget to be active on this board, as that also helps.
Good luck! Please kudos if you found this post helpful.
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07 Jul 2015, 10:46
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It has been 5 years since you gave your GMAT. I will suggest you to start afresh with new materials and consider yourself preparing for the 1st time. It is good that you know what score or score range will get you into your desired school. 100 points from 550 can be achieved with proper skills and tactics. GMAT can be defeated with proper application of the fundamentals. Start by reviewing this discussion: gmat-study-plan-how-to-start-your-gmat-prep-80727.html
That being said, you should download GMATPREP software from https://www.mba.com/global/store/store-c ... tware.aspx and take the first mock CAT to see your baseline, where do you stand in terms of the contents covered in GMAT. Then based on that information, start by looking into whether learning by books will suit you more or by taking online courses provided by Manhatten Prep, EmpowerGMAT, Economist GMAT Tutor , eGMAT etc by going to the link best-gmat-courses-169396.html?fl=menu.
Best books are reviewed at : best-gmat-books-latest-update-118706.html?fl=menu
You will find most of the information above.
For online course, make sure you review the different courses by signing up for the free trials that most of these companies provide.
GMATCLUB provides in depth discussion of the quantitative and verbal sections at the links mentioned below
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gmat-verbal-section-11/?fl=menu
Targeted practice can be achieved in GMATCLUB by searching by 'tags' .
Finally, keep yourself active on GMATCLUB so that you can practice from a huge database of questions on various sections covered in GMAT.
Some GMAt success stories to keep you motivated: best-gmat-stories-period-98512.html?fl=menu
And: retaking strategies: should-i-retake-gmat-thread-retaking-gmat-strategies-83339.html?fl=menu
