Best advice on getting a 700+

Question

Hi everyone,

I am looking to take the GMAT within the next few months so that I can apply in round 1 during the next admission cycle. I am completely new to the GMAT and I want your best advice on how I should prepare effectively and efficiently. I am currently working full time and in banking so I don't have more than 2-3 hours on a weekday and can study all day on weekends.

I need your advice on what is the best study program to get... I am looking for something that will be thorough, teach me tricks, and help me track my progress. Thus far, I have been looking at Target Test Prep, Kaplan, and Magnoosh but can't decide on which one. If anyone has insights it would be greatly appreciated.

I also have the 2021 OG books and the manhattan books already... so if you could also give me your best advice on how to go through the material that would be great.

Thank you all in advance!!!

bb · Answer

Well... I don’t know how you’re planning to judge the best advice so what the best advice actually is. You likely won’t know for a few months 😂

Anyway, my best advice for you is to pick one thing and stick with it. If you have the Manhattan guides then use those or if you’re going to sign up with target test prep, Kaplan or Magoosh then sign up with them. But don’t try to ride a bicycle and a horse at the same time. Pick one.

You’re also asking a pretty bad question. Imagine someone asked you for directions to the Empire State building. You would probably give different directions if the questions asked in Manhattan, Los Angeles, or Bali. Technically without knowing where you are right now, any advice will be imperfect, Although even among a collection of imperfect advice, one of them could be the best.

Posted from my mobile device

Hatakekakashi · Answer

Use this - https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmat-study-plan-217827.html , the founder of gmat club himself took the effort to help peeps like you Personally I'd say OG + Veritas/Aristotle + Manhattan should be good Again remember the concepts are the same in any book just the difference in style So once you are done with the understanding of concepts ( 1hr/day ~ 5 hrs 5 days and 5 hrs/weekends = 2.5*2 = 10 so about 10 hrs/week) for the initial phase you would be done with the understanding of concepts in a month now you have to apply those concepts and keep working on it so look at https://gmatclub.com/forum/search.php?view=search_tags and practice questions from veritas, og, manhattan, e-gmat/empower gmat and take mocks CATs as per your convenience Ideally if you start today by mid June you can give your best attempt if you are serious in your prep Regards, HK

TheUltimateWinner · Answer

try to watch Thursdays with Ron videos fro youtube. they're the best study tutorials I've ever seen!
Target Test Prep is perfectly fine for quant section.
magoosh? ok, if you have any video tutorial that is explained by Chris Lele then you can go bro.

try to use 3rd party materials for concept learning. apply your learning to the official materials. you can use the following link for practice.
https://gmatclub.com/forum/search.php?view=search_tags

MathRevolution · Answer

Hello Sunitar18,

GMAT Club is one of the great platforms to get information about the GMAT official test, Study plan, Section wise instructions, etc.

To assist you better, we would request you to write back with the following questions:

1. What are your current score and target score? (You can mention the Diagnostic test score also)
2. How do you rate yourself in Quant and Verbal?

In a generalized way, to crack GMAT, you need a disciplined study plan, command on basic concepts, exposure to agile approaches, reliable resources, updated comprehensive material and mock tests, and an expert with whom you will be connected throughout your preparations.

The official GMAT exam will test the candidate’s ability to manage time, handle pressure, apply the learned concept, and score better. GMAT is not as easy as we assume. GMAT math is logic, rather than general math skill, and verbal is a real language test and a logic skill test of an individual.

You may also see to connect with experts online for your preparation.

As a GMAT instructor, I will first recommend taking our Free diagnostic test https://www.mathrevolution.com/diagnostic/dtExamMember and receiving a comprehensive study guide by topic. This test will clearly help you understand your weak areas. There are also many free materials available in the GMAT Club.

Time is precious and unstoppable at the same time. You can schedule a Comprehensive counseling session for 30 mins with one of our experts: https://calendly.com/mathrevolution/1-on-1-session for detailed advice on your study plans.

If you have a recent mock test-score available with break up, kindly send it back to me.

Your diagnostic score will clarify what plan you should adopt to beat the GMAT. An initial mock rating will help to understand your concept knowledge of both sections.

Since we are a math expert, we will recommend you go through our post on the GMAT club, which gives a complete break-down of Math. Breakdown of GMAT math questions and types: https://gmatclub.com/forum/overview-of- ... l#p1641411

We appreciate your time and patience in reading this reply.

Should you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

Success is within your reach.
Good luck!

Math Revolution Team

GMATWhizTeam · Answer

Hi sunitar18,

Start by taking an official mock to analyze your current level. Once you do that, note down your weak areas and start studying the concepts and the methodology of each topic. Only after you are done with these two, you have to move to practicing questions. GMAT is not a typical test in which just the conceptual knowledge is tested. It tests your application skills along with the conceptual knowledge. So, without learning the right methodology to solve questions, no matter how many questions you practice, your score will most likely remain stagnant. Make sure to focus more on the methodology during your preparation.

The right way to prepare for GMAT: 
You can go through the articles below to understand the right way to prepare for GMAT.

How to start your GMAT Preparation?

How to effectively plan your studies for GMAT?

How to score 700+ on GMAT

I would suggest you to choose a resource which can help you with:

Concepts 
 Methodology (Most important) 
 Standard questions 
 Their detailed solutions 
 Study plan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65n8_LIbPIM

As you are a working professional,  choose a course which can provide you a study plan as well . This way, you don't have to worry about what to study on any given day. The best thing to do would be to check out the free trials of the online courses out there and choose the one which suits you the most. But make sure you choose the one which can help you with the above factors. You can check out the below article to know more about the factors to consider while evaluating an online course.

Key factors to consider while evaluating an online course

And I would suggest you to check out the free trial of GMATWhiz before taking a decision. It provides you with a personalized study plan which is integrated with the course.  You can also attend our free webinar series that we are currently running to learn a few strategies that will help you solve questions in a methodical way . You can register for the webinar series using the below link.

Registration Link:   Click here

If you have any more queries regarding the study strategy, you can get in touch with me using the below link.

Click here to schedule a call

EducationAisle · Answer

Hi  sunitar18 , you created a user-id on this forum more than 2 years back, and have now finally decided to start preparing. Clearly, you have been  sitting  on the idea of GMAT preparation for many years now.

In my experience, such candidates are  more serious  in their preparation, than those candidates who have  just thought  about GMAT.

So, good luck with your preparation. In terms of best source of preparation, I would suggest that you attend few free trial classes and then decide whatever you're more comfortable with.

Good luck with your prep!

	Target Test Prep - Save up to $599 $400 Discount + $99 Bonus GMAT Club Tests
	e-GMAT: 60% Off on GMAT Focus Get to 735+ from any starting point
	Magoosh increases your score, guaranteed - 15% off ALL Magoosh GMAT plans with code GMATCLUB15 + Free GMAT Club Tests.
	Manhattan Prep: $99 Bonus Score Higher on Your GMAT Exam. Guaranteed.
	Experts' Global - ~~$1720~~ $960 End-to-End GMAT Prep + App Support: 150+ Videos, 2000+ Questions, 15 FLTs +
	GMATWhiz - $299 ~~$499~~ Experience the course through a free trial.
	GMAT Club Tests - Free Included with every course purchase of $149+ View all deals

Best advice on getting a 700+

Prep Toolkit

Top 5 GMAT Debrief Videos

615 to 715 in 15 Days (Ria's Strategies)

More than Quant/Verbal Abilities: Speed vs. Accuracy

745 with Only Self-Prep and GMAT Club

From 555 to 765: 210-point Improvement

Perfect 805 Score Debrief by Julia

My Rewards