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Hello All,
I am new here. I found this group about a month ago posted at NYCCOFE networking group website. At first I was intimidated because of the high scores constantly posted, and I thought this was a site where members just brag about how they studied for a month with little effort and passed the test. But after being forced to stay in due to the hot weather, I decided to actually read the posts
I now find them to be encouraging, and inspiring. This entire MBA process has been a crazy journey for me.
About Me:
Mid 20’s
Undergrad: BFA Fashion & Graphic Design
Work: 4 yrs exp as a designer, 1.5 yrs as a brand manager
Took the GMAT after a Princeton Review class Nov 2006: walked away with a 430
That’s when I realized that the tricks would not help me, I needed to learn the content. Therefore I enrolled in courses at Community College with the guidance of Admissions at my top school choice.
As of today I have taken: English 101 (helped with writing and grammar), Statistics, Elementary & Intermediate Algebra and Trigonometry, and Intro to Business. I am also starting an Accounting and Pre-Calc class this week.
Some may think this is a lot, but please understand that my Undergrad degree did not require any math or business classes so most of the concepts and language are new to me. I have been fortunate to have over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry as a designer and brand manager for 2 of the largest companies in the US. I am very resourceful but I want to have a better understanding of management and decision making when it comes to marketing a product or brand.
The fashion industry is a Multi-Billion dollar industry but one must live in NYC or LA. I want to add to my skill set so that I can be more marketable as an applicant and have the option of crossing over into consumer products.
Since the last test, I have been studying like crazy, and plan to take it again within the next 30 days. I think I’m ready this time. I would love to be in the 700 club, but would be happy with anything over 600. I will keep you all posted on my progress and will participate and post more often.
I am new here. I found this group about a month ago posted at NYCCOFE networking group website. At first I was intimidated because of the high scores constantly posted, and I thought this was a site where members just brag about how they studied for a month with little effort and passed the test. But after being forced to stay in due to the hot weather, I decided to actually read the posts
I now find them to be encouraging, and inspiring. This entire MBA process has been a crazy journey for me.
About Me:
Mid 20’s
Undergrad: BFA Fashion & Graphic Design
Work: 4 yrs exp as a designer, 1.5 yrs as a brand manager
Took the GMAT after a Princeton Review class Nov 2006: walked away with a 430
That’s when I realized that the tricks would not help me, I needed to learn the content. Therefore I enrolled in courses at Community College with the guidance of Admissions at my top school choice.
As of today I have taken: English 101 (helped with writing and grammar), Statistics, Elementary & Intermediate Algebra and Trigonometry, and Intro to Business. I am also starting an Accounting and Pre-Calc class this week.
Some may think this is a lot, but please understand that my Undergrad degree did not require any math or business classes so most of the concepts and language are new to me. I have been fortunate to have over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry as a designer and brand manager for 2 of the largest companies in the US. I am very resourceful but I want to have a better understanding of management and decision making when it comes to marketing a product or brand.
The fashion industry is a Multi-Billion dollar industry but one must live in NYC or LA. I want to add to my skill set so that I can be more marketable as an applicant and have the option of crossing over into consumer products.
Since the last test, I have been studying like crazy, and plan to take it again within the next 30 days. I think I’m ready this time. I would love to be in the 700 club, but would be happy with anything over 600. I will keep you all posted on my progress and will participate and post more often.
26 Aug 2007, 10:39
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Welcome. I'm from the PR/Advertising background so I know exactly what you're talking about!
Not everyone here is an Uber Quant Jock, but the insight of those that are is immensely helpful. Try reading the explinations, which will often help you see the types of things the GMAT will test on. Often the high level stuff will help your understanding of the mid-range questions.
Good luck!
Not everyone here is an Uber Quant Jock, but the insight of those that are is immensely helpful. Try reading the explinations, which will often help you see the types of things the GMAT will test on. Often the high level stuff will help your understanding of the mid-range questions.
Good luck!
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26 Aug 2007, 11:43
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Welcome Nitty! i think with the classes you took and your more structured studying methods, you'll easily break 600. Definitely read through the "Share your GMAT Experience" area to see how others studied and use those valuable lessons to your benefit!
Based on what I know of your profile, you probably should consider UCLA and NYU in your list of schools to apply to, since they probably have good fashion/design disciplines. I think if you get a 650+ on the GMAT and write good essays, you have a good chance for those schools!
Based on what I know of your profile, you probably should consider UCLA and NYU in your list of schools to apply to, since they probably have good fashion/design disciplines. I think if you get a 650+ on the GMAT and write good essays, you have a good chance for those schools!
