nwillenborg93 wrote:
Hi,
I just finished taking my first GMAT and it has left me basically pondering what life even is anymore especially after getting a 420 on it. I spent about 2 months studying for it using the
Kaplan Prep Plus book; 1 hour every week day, 3-4 hours on Saturdays, and then 8-10 hours every Sunday (this insane study schedule was due to my hectic work schedule which should slow down now since tax season is almost over). When I went into the test I was confident and I thought I was ready to take on the GMAT, I had taken 3 practice tests (530, 560, 480 in order) and 1 pretest (460). I was aiming for a 600 or at least a 580 and thought I would be able to accomplish this or at least get close to it. As you can tell I didn't even get close to my desired score... But I will not let this deter me but will rather motivate me to work even harder and retake the test in the beginning of May.
A friend suggested that the gmatclub is a great place to ask for advise and help so here I am asking for help from anyone willing to help me. I am looking to retake the GMAT around May 5th and hope to begin a study plan by the end of next week. This is the major reason why I am asking for help is if anyone knows of an effective 1 month plan study plan that they would recommend, as well as other prep material for me to go over or any other suggestions on how I can prepare myself for round 2 of the GMAT. My desired score is still a 600 I know its a long shot to make up that many points but why not at least try to go all out for it?
Thank you so much,
Nick
Hi Nick,
First of all don't despair.
Second, there are many study plans here or online.
The one thing I would suggest you, is that you along with
Kaplan prep review pick only one additional prep company and their books, since you want to devise one month plan. In one month time period you will not have time to go for more and adding more could easily backfire.
Now, you just need to pick up one course that either you trust the most or it is affordable to you, or it is win win from your perspective in those terms.
For instance, do you want brand "sure" thing and don't ask how much it cost ? Or you need quality, but just basic course, without extra service, like private (online or office) tutoring etc. ?
Also, you need to pay attention do you want improve in general or you need to tailor your study more toward quant or verbal ?
Here in review section you can see what other people think about various courses if that helps you to decide.
There is not one size fits all, just what is most suitable for you.