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ramalo
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Concentration: Strategy, Sustainability
Schools: ISB '16 Insead Sept '16 Darden '17 Goizueta '17
GMAT 1: 710 Q49 V39
14 Mar 2015, 05:29
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Got a 710 (49Q 39V) in my first try (Jan 2014) and a 680 (48Q 35V) in my second try (September 2014)
As I belong to the highly competitive pool of Male Indian applicants (non-engineering though) I know I need to improve my score to somewhere in the vicinity of 750.
While introspecting into what might have gone wrong I realized that my preparation lacked something pretty basic. I gave a lot of mock tests but never stuck to the exact timing. I used to often pause my tests, go on breaks and on instances completed tests over 2-3 days. The problem now is that I've used up all of my mock tests- Kaplan (all 5), MGMAT (all 6) and official gmatprep (both)
Moreover I've practiced questions from all over the place: Quant from -OG13, Quant review 2nd edition, Manhattan advance gmat, gmat 800, veritas, gmatclub math book and gmatclub.com questions. Verbal from- OG13, verbal review 2nd edition, veritas advanced, SC grail, etc.
On both occasions I've used the same set of studying material which makes me wonder if I'm using the right material or am I using too many resources?
I am really unsure as to how to restart studying and from where. Planning to retake the test in 3 weeks time. Would appreciate if someone could help me out by recommending a plan of action and also recommending some sources for practice. Also would be great if someone could suggest some other mock tests available (willing to pay for tests also).
Thanks
As I belong to the highly competitive pool of Male Indian applicants (non-engineering though) I know I need to improve my score to somewhere in the vicinity of 750.
While introspecting into what might have gone wrong I realized that my preparation lacked something pretty basic. I gave a lot of mock tests but never stuck to the exact timing. I used to often pause my tests, go on breaks and on instances completed tests over 2-3 days. The problem now is that I've used up all of my mock tests- Kaplan (all 5), MGMAT (all 6) and official gmatprep (both)
Moreover I've practiced questions from all over the place: Quant from -OG13, Quant review 2nd edition, Manhattan advance gmat, gmat 800, veritas, gmatclub math book and gmatclub.com questions. Verbal from- OG13, verbal review 2nd edition, veritas advanced, SC grail, etc.
On both occasions I've used the same set of studying material which makes me wonder if I'm using the right material or am I using too many resources?
I am really unsure as to how to restart studying and from where. Planning to retake the test in 3 weeks time. Would appreciate if someone could help me out by recommending a plan of action and also recommending some sources for practice. Also would be great if someone could suggest some other mock tests available (willing to pay for tests also).
Thanks
15 Mar 2015, 20:44
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Hi ramalo,
Is there a reason why you want to retest in 3 weeks? I ask because while you might have the "ability" to score at a higher level, your practice was never done in a 'realistic and test-like' fashion, so there's no way to know how long it will take you to *consistently* hit your score goal on your practice CATs.
You've also mentioned how you've used your practice resources repeatedly, so we're not perfectly clear on how you handle 'new' material. If you need to do more practice, learn tactics, etc. to hit 750+, then THAT will also take time (and some new practice materials).
There are other sources for reputable CATs, but right now you DON'T need to do a lot of CATs - you need to retrain and that will likely take more than 3 weeks.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Is there a reason why you want to retest in 3 weeks? I ask because while you might have the "ability" to score at a higher level, your practice was never done in a 'realistic and test-like' fashion, so there's no way to know how long it will take you to *consistently* hit your score goal on your practice CATs.
You've also mentioned how you've used your practice resources repeatedly, so we're not perfectly clear on how you handle 'new' material. If you need to do more practice, learn tactics, etc. to hit 750+, then THAT will also take time (and some new practice materials).
There are other sources for reputable CATs, but right now you DON'T need to do a lot of CATs - you need to retrain and that will likely take more than 3 weeks.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
15 Mar 2015, 21:16
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ramalo
Male, Indian, IT is a highly competitive pool but male, Indian (what's your field of work?), may not be so. That is to say that 710 may not be a bad score though, unfortunately, the latest 680 doesn't do you any favors! It will be a good idea to take GMAT once again and get 730+. Anything in that range should be fine and thereafter, you should focus on your app.
To improve your score, my suggestion would be to use the umpteen tests you have already taken and find out where you mess up the most in Verbal. Put a lot of dedicated effort (theory + practice) in those areas to ensure that you have a V40 at the end of it all. Also, don't forget to practice Quant simultaneously.
As for practice tests, you can check out the Veritas test series here: https://www.gmatclub.com/forum/veritas-prep-resource-links-no-longer-available-399979.html#/free-gm ... tice-test/
But I would suggest you take not more than 1 test in a week.
ramalo
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GMAT 1: 710 Q49 V39
16 Mar 2015, 11:16
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EMPOWERgmatRichC
So the reason for retaking it within 3 weeks is because I want to give it before INSEAD's next deadline which is around the 20th of April. I think I have my basics in tact and also have time on my hand. I'm planning to take 2 weeks off from work to concentrate on my GMAT and my INSEAD application. I'm hoping that retraining wont take too long and I can then move onto practicing CAT's under actual time considerations.
Which are the other sources of CAT that I should use? Also which resources can I use for Quant and Verbal that will have a short overview of Tips and tricks? I don't think I have time to go in for any indepth learning at this stage.
Thanks
