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13 Mar 2015, 04:49
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Hello Everyone,
I am in the very early stages of preparing for the GMAT test and eventually applying to Business Schools. I currently have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, and have been working at a major Chemical company for the last 10 years. After much contemplation and discussion with my wife, I have decided to expand my education toward my passion. An MBA will help me achieve this goal. So enough about me, I have a few questions for seasoned vets of this process. Though I do a lot of Math in my job currently, I have begun looking through practice questions for the GMAT test; I was shocked at how tricky and difficult it was. Its not extremely difficult math, but its time consuming and I typically need hints to come to an appropriate answer. With this in mind, I have purchased the Complete GMAT Strategy guide from Manhattan Prep and the Official Guide for GMAT Review 2015 from GMAC to freshen up.
My questions are: Is this common? Am I taking on more than I can chew, or is this typical of someone in the very early stages of studying? Please note I have been out of school for a decade, so much of the math on this test is long gone from what I have done in my current role. Any feedback or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
I am in the very early stages of preparing for the GMAT test and eventually applying to Business Schools. I currently have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, and have been working at a major Chemical company for the last 10 years. After much contemplation and discussion with my wife, I have decided to expand my education toward my passion. An MBA will help me achieve this goal. So enough about me, I have a few questions for seasoned vets of this process. Though I do a lot of Math in my job currently, I have begun looking through practice questions for the GMAT test; I was shocked at how tricky and difficult it was. Its not extremely difficult math, but its time consuming and I typically need hints to come to an appropriate answer. With this in mind, I have purchased the Complete GMAT Strategy guide from Manhattan Prep and the Official Guide for GMAT Review 2015 from GMAC to freshen up.
My questions are: Is this common? Am I taking on more than I can chew, or is this typical of someone in the very early stages of studying? Please note I have been out of school for a decade, so much of the math on this test is long gone from what I have done in my current role. Any feedback or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
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13 Mar 2015, 12:00
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Hi TwiZtidzz,
Many Test Takers feel a bit 'overwhelmed' by the GMAT at first. You're going to come to find that most of the Quant is actually material that you've learned before, with a few specialty subjects thrown in (permutations, combinations, probability, etc.). Most of the work that you'll have to do in that section is based on basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry (but no Trigonometry and no Calculus). It's important to note that the Quant section is NOT a "math test" (although you will do lots of little calculations as you work through it) - so beyond (re)learning the math, you also have to learn tactics, pattern-matching, Number Properties, etc. to maximize your performance.
Since you're just starting out, I'm curious about your overall timeline/plans:
1) What is your goal score?
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
3) When are you planning to apply to School?
4) Have you thought about which Schools you'll be applying to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Many Test Takers feel a bit 'overwhelmed' by the GMAT at first. You're going to come to find that most of the Quant is actually material that you've learned before, with a few specialty subjects thrown in (permutations, combinations, probability, etc.). Most of the work that you'll have to do in that section is based on basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry (but no Trigonometry and no Calculus). It's important to note that the Quant section is NOT a "math test" (although you will do lots of little calculations as you work through it) - so beyond (re)learning the math, you also have to learn tactics, pattern-matching, Number Properties, etc. to maximize your performance.
Since you're just starting out, I'm curious about your overall timeline/plans:
1) What is your goal score?
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
3) When are you planning to apply to School?
4) Have you thought about which Schools you'll be applying to?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
14 Mar 2015, 08:45
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Thanks for the response Rich! I feel a little better after hearing about similar stories from others just starting out. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. My answers to your questions are below in Red.
1) What is your goal score? 700+
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT? July or August is my desire if I can study as much as I'm hoping
3) When are you planning to apply to School? I am looking to attend a weekend MBA program for working professionals, so I would like to apply in Fall for a May Start
4) Have you thought about which Schools you'll be applying to? My top pick is the Ross School of Business at Michigan; my second pick is the Broad College of business at Michigan State.
1) What is your goal score? 700+
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT? July or August is my desire if I can study as much as I'm hoping
3) When are you planning to apply to School? I am looking to attend a weekend MBA program for working professionals, so I would like to apply in Fall for a May Start
4) Have you thought about which Schools you'll be applying to? My top pick is the Ross School of Business at Michigan; my second pick is the Broad College of business at Michigan State.
