iamrit
Hi guys,
Tried to post this before but I didnt get a response. Inspired by this forum and the stories people have shared I want to give gmat a serious shot.. took the Veritas free test online and got a 600 (No study day 0) V39 Q35 (ashamed of quant!.. Im an engineer ).. I left 6-7 questions towards the end.. didnt have the time to complete it and am kinda rusty on standardized tests - 5 years outta school.. I can dedicate about 20 hours / week for the next 4-5 months thanks to a little bit of change @ work and I was wondering what score can I target? Some people say there isnt a ton of points you can gain from studying more.. thats kinda demoralizing considering I will probably not cut it to the lower 700s. Anyone with experience on starting with a similar score.. (and even better with a Veritas exam) I would love to know where you reached on your final score and how long it took?
Slightly disheartened but hopeful
-Rit
Hi iamrit!!
Welcome to the world of Gmatclub.
I am sure that you will find this Forum very helpful in achieving your dream score in Gmat.
To start with , and to keep you occupied for a long time , please go through following link which describes what Gmat is All about.
everything-you-need-to-prepare-for-the-gmat-revised-77983.htmlAlso have a look at the Gmat FAQ :
gmat-faq-frequently-asked-questions-about-gmat-75809.htmlNow , the best way to start the Gmat preparation is to take a diagnostic test and to check where you stand.
For this purpose , GMAC provides two tests (GmatPrep).
Depending on your scores in Verbal and Quant , you may decide your preparation strategy.
The link for the description / download is as follows:
gmatprep-gmat-prep-powerprep-power-prep-free-tests-77548.htmlPLEASE DO NOT EXHAUST BOTH THE TEST . KEEP ONE FOR THE TAKE JUST BEFORE THE ACTUAL TEST.
As far as Veritas & other test prep companies are concerned, go through this link. This will help you in deciding best in the market.
best-gmat-books-77703.htmlTo save some time , I would suggest you to read the following links for Verbal and Quant once you have taken the Diagnostic test.
Verbal :
new-to-the-verbal-forum-please-read-this-first-77546.htmlQuant:
new-to-the-math-forum-please-read-this-first-77764.htmlRegarding your second query, I think 4-5 month is a great time to hit the gmat & score above 700. So you should start working for the hunt
Please let us know in case you have any further doubts.
Best of luck & keep us posted.