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Joined: 01 Apr 2022
Last visit: 28 Jun 2024
Posts: 47
Given Kudos: 56
Location: India
Schools: ISB '25 (I) IIMA '25 (A)
GMAT 1: 690 Q50 V34
GMAT 2: 730 Q49 V40
GPA: 4
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11 Oct 2023, 09:57
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I’m from India and currently working in the manufacturing sector as a research engineer. It was in 2022 that I decided to take GMAT to join a B-school. I could understand that having a good GMAT score makes the process easier.
FIRST ATTEMPT & SELF PREPARATION:
I began my GMAT preparation in September 2022 intending to study on my own. However, after a few weeks, I was overwhelmed by the vast amount of study materials available. Consequently, I decided to enroll in Wizako's Quant course to reinforce my understanding of Quantitative topics. I recommend this course to anyone looking for a Quant course. The material is well-structured and proved to be sufficient for achieving a Q50 score. For verbal, I used the GMAT Club forum quiz (Which helped me the most in my prep) to practice verbal questions. However, I did not dedicate enough time or approach the Verbal section effectively. I found myself randomly solving questions without a proper strategy for reviewing the correct and incorrect answers. This gap was also reflected in my mock exam (MGMAT & OG) scores, consistently ranging between 650 and 700. In February 2023, I took my first GMAT attempt and scored a 680 (Q49, V34).
SECOND ATTEMPT:
Upon reviewing my Enhanced Score Report (ESR), I recognized the need to focus on all three verbal sections. To address this, I experimented with various trial courses before ultimately joining the eGMAT 2-month program. Since my score was already in the 680+ range, I was selected for the Last Mile Push (LMP) program, which turned out to be a game-changer for me. Shortly after enrolling, I talked with my mentor, Akash, who thoroughly analyzed my ESR, identified knowledge gaps, and devised a targeted action plan to address them. One of the challenges I faced was maintaining consistency in my preparation due to work commitments, but Akash consistently followed up with me, adjusting action plans and goals as needed to help me stay on track. For each goal I reached, he ensured that my timing and accuracy levels were aligned with my target score.
Verbal:
I found eGMAT's Sentence Correction (SC) course to be brilliant. It presented explanations in a simple manner, avoiding complex grammar terminology and focusing on conveying ideas effectively. The meaning-based approach was particularly helpful, as understanding the sentence's meaning helped in evaluating the underlined portion accurately. The practice problems provided in the Scholaranium were more than sufficient to gain a strong grasp of concepts and helped me improve my accuracy in SC questions.
The Critical Reasoning (CR) course content was also very valuable in understanding different question types and developing effective approaches to tackle them. Personally, I found that using flowcharts and visualization techniques helped me understand the arguments better. While the course content was excellent, I found it more beneficial to practice with official GMAT CR questions along with the Scholaranium questions.
Also, I cannot stress enough the importance of maintaining an error log, even though it may seem cliché. I maintained logs specifically for CR and SC questions, which made me conscious of recurring error types and reminded me to adjust my approach accordingly.
Quant:
I initially believed that I was good at quant and didn't spend much time with the course content. However, giving scholaranium practice quizzes made me realize that I have to work on a few topics and high-difficulty questions. Also, I prioritized solving a larger quantity of problems rather than analyzing a few in-depth when it came to the Quant section.
Mock Scores:
My scores were between 730 and 750 on SigmaX mocks, while my GMATPrep mock scores were between 750 and 770. Confidently, I took my second attempt in June 2023, only to get a 690 (Q50, V34). Analyzing the ESR, I realized that my verbal scores did not accurately reflect my skill level or align with my mock scores. I decided to give one last attempt and booked for the next available slot.
THIRD/LAST ATTEMPT:
I scheduled my GMAT exam for July 2023 and wasted no time in starting my preparation. This time, I opted for a simpler approach and relied solely on the GMAT Club resources. I downloaded the complete set of OG questions in Excel format from the forum and focused my practice solely on those. To simulate timed conditions, I utilized the GMAT Forum Quiz for question practice. I began by working on easy questions from each subsection and created mini quizzes consisting of 10 to 15 questions. It is ok to miss a difficult question but it is absolutely not ok to miss an easy question. I worked on this section until I reached the desired level of accuracy before progressing to higher-difficulty questions. Whenever I felt uncertain or unsure about an answer, I would scroll down and refer to the response from GMATNinja (Mad Respect). I even questioned the OG question, but not his solution and approach, which ultimately helped refine my approach. Additionally, I dedicated time every weekend to review the notes I had prepared from the egmat course.
In the final days leading up to the test, I took two official mock exams and scored 760 (Q50, V44) and 770 (Q51, V45). But I made a mistake by continuing my preparation until the last day, because of which I was completely exhausted. Despite chugging a bottle of Gatorade to try and regain some energy, I entered the test center feeling drained. It took me a couple of questions in the Verbal section to get into the right mindset, but eventually, I managed to perform well. However, by the time I reached the end of the Quant section, fatigue set in once again, resulting in a few careless mistakes. When I submitted my final answer, a score of 730 (Q49, V40) appeared on the screen.
SUMMARY:
GMAT is all about coming up with the right approach/strategies to handle the tricky questions and the time pressure. I would recommend taking up a course like eGMAT's if you’re struggling with consistency or with a few topics.
Choose the right mocks to evaluate where you are. Official is always the best, but I’ve also found the sigmaX mocks to be pretty accurate and my final score is close to my average sigmaX mock scores.
GMATCLUB is a goldmine. Try to make the most out of the resources available.
Make sure you're physically fit as well before the test and take the necessary measures.
Thanks to everyone who has helped me with my preparation, directly or indirectly. I wish everyone all the best.
May the force be with you all.
FIRST ATTEMPT & SELF PREPARATION:
I began my GMAT preparation in September 2022 intending to study on my own. However, after a few weeks, I was overwhelmed by the vast amount of study materials available. Consequently, I decided to enroll in Wizako's Quant course to reinforce my understanding of Quantitative topics. I recommend this course to anyone looking for a Quant course. The material is well-structured and proved to be sufficient for achieving a Q50 score. For verbal, I used the GMAT Club forum quiz (Which helped me the most in my prep) to practice verbal questions. However, I did not dedicate enough time or approach the Verbal section effectively. I found myself randomly solving questions without a proper strategy for reviewing the correct and incorrect answers. This gap was also reflected in my mock exam (MGMAT & OG) scores, consistently ranging between 650 and 700. In February 2023, I took my first GMAT attempt and scored a 680 (Q49, V34).
SECOND ATTEMPT:
Upon reviewing my Enhanced Score Report (ESR), I recognized the need to focus on all three verbal sections. To address this, I experimented with various trial courses before ultimately joining the eGMAT 2-month program. Since my score was already in the 680+ range, I was selected for the Last Mile Push (LMP) program, which turned out to be a game-changer for me. Shortly after enrolling, I talked with my mentor, Akash, who thoroughly analyzed my ESR, identified knowledge gaps, and devised a targeted action plan to address them. One of the challenges I faced was maintaining consistency in my preparation due to work commitments, but Akash consistently followed up with me, adjusting action plans and goals as needed to help me stay on track. For each goal I reached, he ensured that my timing and accuracy levels were aligned with my target score.
Verbal:
I found eGMAT's Sentence Correction (SC) course to be brilliant. It presented explanations in a simple manner, avoiding complex grammar terminology and focusing on conveying ideas effectively. The meaning-based approach was particularly helpful, as understanding the sentence's meaning helped in evaluating the underlined portion accurately. The practice problems provided in the Scholaranium were more than sufficient to gain a strong grasp of concepts and helped me improve my accuracy in SC questions.
The Critical Reasoning (CR) course content was also very valuable in understanding different question types and developing effective approaches to tackle them. Personally, I found that using flowcharts and visualization techniques helped me understand the arguments better. While the course content was excellent, I found it more beneficial to practice with official GMAT CR questions along with the Scholaranium questions.
Also, I cannot stress enough the importance of maintaining an error log, even though it may seem cliché. I maintained logs specifically for CR and SC questions, which made me conscious of recurring error types and reminded me to adjust my approach accordingly.
Quant:
I initially believed that I was good at quant and didn't spend much time with the course content. However, giving scholaranium practice quizzes made me realize that I have to work on a few topics and high-difficulty questions. Also, I prioritized solving a larger quantity of problems rather than analyzing a few in-depth when it came to the Quant section.
Mock Scores:
My scores were between 730 and 750 on SigmaX mocks, while my GMATPrep mock scores were between 750 and 770. Confidently, I took my second attempt in June 2023, only to get a 690 (Q50, V34). Analyzing the ESR, I realized that my verbal scores did not accurately reflect my skill level or align with my mock scores. I decided to give one last attempt and booked for the next available slot.
THIRD/LAST ATTEMPT:
I scheduled my GMAT exam for July 2023 and wasted no time in starting my preparation. This time, I opted for a simpler approach and relied solely on the GMAT Club resources. I downloaded the complete set of OG questions in Excel format from the forum and focused my practice solely on those. To simulate timed conditions, I utilized the GMAT Forum Quiz for question practice. I began by working on easy questions from each subsection and created mini quizzes consisting of 10 to 15 questions. It is ok to miss a difficult question but it is absolutely not ok to miss an easy question. I worked on this section until I reached the desired level of accuracy before progressing to higher-difficulty questions. Whenever I felt uncertain or unsure about an answer, I would scroll down and refer to the response from GMATNinja (Mad Respect). I even questioned the OG question, but not his solution and approach, which ultimately helped refine my approach. Additionally, I dedicated time every weekend to review the notes I had prepared from the egmat course.
In the final days leading up to the test, I took two official mock exams and scored 760 (Q50, V44) and 770 (Q51, V45). But I made a mistake by continuing my preparation until the last day, because of which I was completely exhausted. Despite chugging a bottle of Gatorade to try and regain some energy, I entered the test center feeling drained. It took me a couple of questions in the Verbal section to get into the right mindset, but eventually, I managed to perform well. However, by the time I reached the end of the Quant section, fatigue set in once again, resulting in a few careless mistakes. When I submitted my final answer, a score of 730 (Q49, V40) appeared on the screen.
SUMMARY:
GMAT is all about coming up with the right approach/strategies to handle the tricky questions and the time pressure. I would recommend taking up a course like eGMAT's if you’re struggling with consistency or with a few topics.
Choose the right mocks to evaluate where you are. Official is always the best, but I’ve also found the sigmaX mocks to be pretty accurate and my final score is close to my average sigmaX mock scores.
GMATCLUB is a goldmine. Try to make the most out of the resources available.
Make sure you're physically fit as well before the test and take the necessary measures.
Thanks to everyone who has helped me with my preparation, directly or indirectly. I wish everyone all the best.
May the force be with you all.
11 Oct 2023, 18:52
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Gratz on the 730. All the best going forward.
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19 Oct 2023, 10:31
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Dear G-Man,
Congratulations on your score of 730 with a remarkable Q49 and an outstanding V40!
With this, you have crossed the 90th percentile mark in the Verbal section which is a rare feat being a non-native speaker.
Scoring a V40 in Verbal is possible only when you let the processes become second nature to you. You used the Scholaranium analytics to understand that Parallelism and Comparisons are your weaker areas in SC. The below image shows that through consistent practice not only did you improve your accuracy in these topics from 69% to 91%, but also you improved your timing from 1 minute 42 seconds per question to 1 minute 24 seconds per question.
It was because of your commitment that you got the 90th percentile in Verbal. You maintained your consistency throughout, understood your weaknesses, and worked relentlessly on them. The image below shows your phenomenal stats in Verbal hard-level questions across all three subsections –
You effectively used the Scholaranium analytics and improved your time management abilities with each mock, making your success on the GMAT exam predictable. It was only a matter of time before you could replicate the score in your GMAT exam. The image below shows your journey from the mocks to the exam –
It was a pleasure mentoring you and I am glad I was a part of your GMAT journey. I am sure that you will face every challenge thrown at you with the utmost determination and I wish you all the very best for your next steps!
Regards,
Akash
Congratulations on your score of 730 with a remarkable Q49 and an outstanding V40!
With this, you have crossed the 90th percentile mark in the Verbal section which is a rare feat being a non-native speaker.
It’s the little details that lead to success!
Scoring a V40 in Verbal is possible only when you let the processes become second nature to you. You used the Scholaranium analytics to understand that Parallelism and Comparisons are your weaker areas in SC. The below image shows that through consistent practice not only did you improve your accuracy in these topics from 69% to 91%, but also you improved your timing from 1 minute 42 seconds per question to 1 minute 24 seconds per question.
It’s okay to make mistakes as long as you learn from them!
It was because of your commitment that you got the 90th percentile in Verbal. You maintained your consistency throughout, understood your weaknesses, and worked relentlessly on them. The image below shows your phenomenal stats in Verbal hard-level questions across all three subsections –
Determination, effort and practice!
You effectively used the Scholaranium analytics and improved your time management abilities with each mock, making your success on the GMAT exam predictable. It was only a matter of time before you could replicate the score in your GMAT exam. The image below shows your journey from the mocks to the exam –
It was a pleasure mentoring you and I am glad I was a part of your GMAT journey. I am sure that you will face every challenge thrown at you with the utmost determination and I wish you all the very best for your next steps!
Regards,
Akash
