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Hello everyone,
First post here so please bare with me. I've recently graduated with an UG degree in Biomedical Engineering. GPA 3.3 and overall not happy with what I actually studied. I'll be starting work for Accenture's Federal Sector in about two months. I'm looking forward to consulting and would like to get into strategy/MC as opposed to the IT side I'll be in. I told myself I would take the GMAT before I start just to get it out of the way thinking that the score is valid for 5 years and I won't really have time to study when I start work. Three weeks ago I started the 3 month Advanced Magoosh study schedule and have scored around 640 on the two practice tests I took so far. My goal is obviously to get above 700 threshold, so that after a couple years of work experience, I can begin to apply to some good schools (Columbia, Stern, Haas, etc.) This leads me to my question: am I rushing into this? It seems that a lot of the test takers on these forums are taking the GMAT after a couple years of working. I appreciate the advice.
First post here so please bare with me. I've recently graduated with an UG degree in Biomedical Engineering. GPA 3.3 and overall not happy with what I actually studied. I'll be starting work for Accenture's Federal Sector in about two months. I'm looking forward to consulting and would like to get into strategy/MC as opposed to the IT side I'll be in. I told myself I would take the GMAT before I start just to get it out of the way thinking that the score is valid for 5 years and I won't really have time to study when I start work. Three weeks ago I started the 3 month Advanced Magoosh study schedule and have scored around 640 on the two practice tests I took so far. My goal is obviously to get above 700 threshold, so that after a couple years of work experience, I can begin to apply to some good schools (Columbia, Stern, Haas, etc.) This leads me to my question: am I rushing into this? It seems that a lot of the test takers on these forums are taking the GMAT after a couple years of working. I appreciate the advice.
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Hi James,
I think you're doing the right thing by taking the GMAT now, when you're free and not burdened by the responsibilities of work. If you're thinking about going for your MBA 2-3 later, then it is a good idea to give the GMAT now and get it done with. It will also be helpful in case for some reason you don't score well. That way you will know your mistakes and will be able to improve on them later by giving GMAT again.
So all in all, I think you should go ahead with your plan.
07 Aug 2014, 17:10
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No worries, you're not rushing into this. Taking the GMAT earlier is usually better. It's really hard to balance work + studying - especially when work requires strict schedules and studying requires continuous concentrated effort. If you do take the GMAT while you are working, I definitely recommend you take vacation days so you can have that continuous period of concentrated study.
There are many reasons why you should take your GMAT at the time you are trying to (right now). It sounds like you want to apply some time in the next 5 years. This is a great time to take because you can give it a good effort now and you'll be eligible to use your score to apply after 2-4 years of experience and not worry about timing. The average time for bschool applicants is around 3-4 years of work experience. Taking the GMAT now lets you focus on work stuff -- doing well on your job, networking, taking care of emergencies at work, and learning how to get measurable results at work. Developing relationships is key because you'll also want letters of recommendation, etc. And then when you actually do apply, you'll need to spend time with essays. GMAT on top of all that is simply too much.
So you're in good shape. Take it soon. Have a plan -- and save yourself trouble by acing it the first time. No more second chances in order to save yourself time. That's why your thinking process really matters -- not just a lot of practice. We emphasize that with video so do your research on your prep provider.
There's a really good article on the thinking behind taking your GMAT early. Have a look:
https://www.gmatpill.com/when-to-take-th ... ly-better/
There are many reasons why you should take your GMAT at the time you are trying to (right now). It sounds like you want to apply some time in the next 5 years. This is a great time to take because you can give it a good effort now and you'll be eligible to use your score to apply after 2-4 years of experience and not worry about timing. The average time for bschool applicants is around 3-4 years of work experience. Taking the GMAT now lets you focus on work stuff -- doing well on your job, networking, taking care of emergencies at work, and learning how to get measurable results at work. Developing relationships is key because you'll also want letters of recommendation, etc. And then when you actually do apply, you'll need to spend time with essays. GMAT on top of all that is simply too much.
So you're in good shape. Take it soon. Have a plan -- and save yourself trouble by acing it the first time. No more second chances in order to save yourself time. That's why your thinking process really matters -- not just a lot of practice. We emphasize that with video so do your research on your prep provider.
There's a really good article on the thinking behind taking your GMAT early. Have a look:
https://www.gmatpill.com/when-to-take-th ... ly-better/
