sgny86 wrote:
Hi all,
2 years ago I took
Manhattan prep's class which was quite intense, but helpful. Although I have an undergrad management degree, I found GMAT prep very tiring and was forcing myself. I have had to put it all on hold, but what confused me was that this was far harder than anything before even with the right guidance from
Manhattan prep. I've passed my PMP exam, but that's peanuts compared to the GMAT IMO. I then realized through a number of things, I may have ADHD and was formerly diagnosed in 2020. I've been able to get into a much better mode along with treatment and meds, but being at home makes it a bit difficult to focus and study.
In any case I've reached out to one other training organization which specializes in prepping students with ADHD - but it's extremely costly. I was looking at the premium MBA bundle here on GMAT Club, however seems like it's collection discounts. Is there any specific program which would help guide me strategize my studies for people with a learning disability better that's available online at a lower cost? Also
Manhattan prep now wants $500 for their online access which I don't think is necessary.
I am aware of accommodations and having to essentially work slower - right now my concerns how I can find the best tools/lessons to help understand the material more effectively and not be so exhausted while studying. My goal is a 650, but would like to strengthen my quant and reading comprehension (which my learning disability has a significant impact on).
Thanks in advance
Hi sgny86,
GMAT is a challenging test because of being adaptive in nature. However, it is not as difficult as you feel if you prepare in a structured manner using the right resource at your own pace. Before you start preparing for any test, it's important to understand the structure of the test, what is tested on it and then prepare accordingly. Let me help you.
How to prepare for GMAT in the right way?
So, the right way to prepare would be to first
- Deal with one topic at a time
- learn the concepts of a topic
- learn the right methodology to solve questions of that topic
- practice a few questions of that topic making sure that you use the right methodology to solve questions
- Repeat the process for all the topics
And working on weak areas is equally important. You move to the next topic only if you get a decent accuracy in the previous topic. If not, you revisit the concepts, fill the conceptual gaps and then move to the next topic only when you are 100% confident.
And I suggest you to choose a standard resource which can help you prepare for GMAT in the right way. As
GMAT is a test of application of concepts, make sure to choose an
application focused course. Moreover, preparing for GMAT is already a tedious task and you wouldn't want to spend the time you have in planning what to study and sorting out things. Having a clear idea of what to study on a day will make life easy for you. So, choose a resource which can provide you with a
study plan. Having said that, you cannot follow a study plan which doesn't suit you. For example, a person who can dedicate just 3 hours a day cannot have the same study plan as a person who can dedicate 6 hours a day. Also, the
pace of learning differs from student to student. So, the study plan has to be
personalized. And not just that, it's important to have the
right guidance from the mentor because students often get stuck in the middle of their prep and do not understand how to proceed further.
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real time improvement modules after every practice quiz. It provides you with
additional concept videos and practise quizzes which helps you overcome your weaker areas in a specific topic right away without having to put in additional effort to identify your weaker areas.
The online self-paced learning course by
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blended learning model by using private tutoring along with the self paced learning course if you feel you get distracted now and then or face difficulty in concentrating, and need a mentor to keep you right on track till the end. We offer a tailor made learning experience with highly experienced teachers at an affordable price and help you indulge in flawlessly personalised learning process. Our tutors have a minimum of 10 years teaching experience and we offer a hybrid learning experience where we combine the best of online learning (technology) with private tutoring.
One of our students with ADHD scored a 700+ with the help of our exhaustive and AI driven course structure. If you wish to get in touch with that student for review, you can reach out to us on DM.
Hope this helped and feel free to contact if you have any further queries.
You can always write back to me here or the better way would be to connect over a call and have a discussion. You can schedule a free consultation call using the below link.
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15 Jan 2022, 21:19
Because he explains how to use gmatclub.
