Recently taken GMAT diagnostic test

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Hi ,

Recently I have taken GMAT diagnostic test without any brush up of quants and verbal concept. Scored 560.
Section wise marks were :

Quants 41
Verbal 25
IR 8

I am aiming for 700+.
Will be thankful if you can tell me the that how much it's possible to reach there and how much time I should dedicate myself.

PS: I don't have very good verbal as you can see from my score so let me know which is the best resource for verbal as well as quants.

Harsh2111s · Answer

From my experience on GMAT club, you can start with following GMATNinja and VeritasKarishma. Look for their explanations in official questions, you will learn a lot. Further since you are new I would suggest you to go through below videos and post by GMATNinja https://gmatclub.com/forum/all-gmat-nin ... l#p2396353 Above post have all video explanations by GMATNinja on how to approach SC, CR and RC. Below is thread that will also help in same way. CR- https://gmatclub.com/forum/experts-topi ... 43170.html RC- https://gmatclub.com/forum/experts-topi ... l#p1857560 SC- https://gmatclub.com/forum/ultimate-sc- ... l#p1887645 Hope it helps

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Ankur121294,

To start, a 560 is a solid initial CAT score (the average score on the Official GMAT hovers around 550 most years). That having been said, raising a 560 to the point that you can consistently score 700+ will likely require at least 3 months of consistent, guided study - and you'll have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. Thankfully, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level.

Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on your timeline and your goals:

1) What study materials do you currently have access to?
2) On this initial CAT, did you have to rush to finish any of the sections? If you did, then how many questions did you rush through and/or leave unanswered?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

Ankur121294 · Answer

Thanks for looking into my post.

1)As of now I don't have any resources as I just tried without any resources and preparation to check where exactly I am.
 2) I did not rush to any of the section. I was able to complete all the section within the time duration.
3) I have not yet decided when to apply but am planning for 2021 fall. If you can assist me with this also it will be great that how much it will take to cross 700+.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Ankur121294,

Honestly, as long as you follow a linear and structured study plan as well as a realistic timeline, then yes, you can improve your GMAT score. For more information on how long you may need to study, check out this article:  How Long Should I Study for the GMAT?

Regarding resources, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for  the best quant  and  verbal courses , and also read through some  GMAT success stories  to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.

You also may find it helpful to read this article about  how to score a 700+ on the GMAT .

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Ankur121294,

The process of applying to (and ultimately attending) Business School will require a big investment of time, money and energy on your part, so you really should make sure that the Programs that you apply to match your career goals/needs. There are a variety of factors that go into selecting the Schools that you'll apply to. Instead of just applying to Programs in which you might have a good chance to 'get in', here are some other things to think about:

1) Is there a particular company that you want to work for or industry that you want to work in? Certain degrees are more appropriate than others if you have a specific career goal.
2) What do you want your MBA to do for you?
3) Do you want to go to School full-time or part-time?
4) Are you willing to relocate? Are you comfortable with working through a program that is primarily online?
5) Are you going to be applying for scholarships?
Etc.

It's okay if you don't have answers to any of these questions just yet, but you really should try to define all of the important variables in terms of your goals, so that you can tailor your entire approach to getting into the best School that matches what you're looking for. It's possible that you do not actually "need" a 700+ Score - but that will depend a great deal on the Schools that you want to apply to and your OVERALL profile.

When it comes to preparing for the GMAT, there are a variety of different study materials that you might use. Purchasing a copy of the main GMAC Official Guide (any version from the last several years) would be a good idea, as that book is a great source for realistic practice questions. That having been said, those books are not designed to teach you Tactics, patterns or the little 'secrets' behind the GMAT - for those, you'll need Course-oriented materials. Depending on how much time you want to commit to your studies, you would likely find it beneficial to invest in a GMAT Course of some type (either Guided Self-Study or instructor-led).

Most GMAT Companies offer some type of free materials (practice problems, Trial Accounts, videos, etc.) that you can use to 'test out' a product before you buy it. We have a variety of those resources at our website (www.empowergmat.com). I suggest that you take advantage of all of them, then choose the one that best matches your personality, timeline and budget.

If you have any additional questions, then you can feel free to contact me directly at any time.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

egmat · Answer

Hi  Ankur121294

Thanks for reaching out on the forum, it feels good to see you coming out and asking for advice.

Looking at your scores, I can say that you need significant improvement in both Verbal and Quant.

We can definitely help you reach your target score. We have had a lot of students who have improved from a low Verbal score to reach their target scores. Here are a few such examples:

Askul improved from 520 (Q44  V17) to 710 (Q48 V40) . He leveraged the live session and mastered our "3-step" process in SC and "Pre-thinking" process in CR to improve.

Rhea followed a methodical approach and improved from 620 to 760 (V16 to V39) .

Bruno improved from a 540 to 730 in 1 month . See how he focused on "logical approach" and building "core skills".

Mansi scored 770 in her first attempt  and joined Harvard.

I would be happy to build a personalized strategy that will help you crush the GMAT based on your strengths and weaknesses. Please book some time to connect  here .

Karan
e-GMAT strategy Expert

EducationAisle · Answer

Dear Ankur, take heart from the fact that you gave the mock  completely  unprepared. So, the score of 560 does not even reflect your  current  actual level. So, your current actual level is perhaps 620-630. Going from a 620-630 to 700, looks  more  achievable...right?

But it's not easy. So, put in consistent, methodical, and structured preparation of 2-3 hours per day over the next few months (hope you have it in you), and the result will hopefully be the one that you are desirous of.

Good luck!

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