e-GMAT GMAT Course Reviews

Strengths:

Strengths would include-
- The amazing quality of the content for all the 3 sections
- The feedbacks that the mentors provide
- The seriousness with which the mentors take your progress
- Taking all the difficulty levels into account during preparation
- Nuance concepts that help a lot with time management on D-day

Would make the product better:

If some specific techniques for time and stress management are included in the course, it'll make it even better.

I recently undertook eGMAT's online course to prepare for the GMAT, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. From the comprehensive content to the invaluable mentorship, eGMAT has truly exceeded my expectations.

First and foremost, the quality of content across all sections is unparalleled. The material is meticulously crafted, covering every aspect of the GMAT syllabus in great detail. The structured approach made it easy for me to grasp even the most complex concepts.

The mentors at eGMAT are another highlight of the course. Their expertise and guidance were instrumental in my preparation journey. They provided personalized support, addressing my doubts and concerns promptly, which significantly boosted my confidence.

Thanks to eGMAT, I was able to achieve a commendable score of 655 in my first attempt. However, if there's one area for improvement, it would be the verbal course. While the content is excellent, incorporating additional techniques to enhance time management would be beneficial.

Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend eGMAT to anyone preparing for the GMAT. Their commitment to excellence and dedication to student success are truly commendable. Thank you, eGMAT, for playing a pivotal role in my GMAT journey!

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Strengths:

eGMAT offers the best-in-class Verbal preparation product for GMAT along with a great quality question bank for both Verbal and Quant. Verbal stood out for me as I saw significant improvement in my verbal score via eGMAT course material and guidance.

Would make the product better:

More full-length practice tests are required.

Best-in-class course material for both Verbal and Quant. The question-solving techniques in Verbal help improve scores significantly. After switching to eGMAT for preparation, I learned the meaning-based approach in Sentence Correction for the first time and it helped me improve my performance in verbal significantly. The difficulty level of eGMAT practice tests is in line with the actual GMAT difficulty level hence giving very predictive test scores. I worked with Dhruv on an accelerated performance improvement plan for 2 months and he was very supportive in terms of helping me with strategic measures to improve my score. Dhruv kept motivating me to push boundaries and give my best in the exam. I followed his guidance diligently and it made my preparation very easy and smooth. I am more than happy with my decision to prepare with eGMAT as eGMAT offers best-in-class material at best price value.

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Strengths:

The strengths of the product are:
1. Concept files which explain the concepts just like you would do to a beginner.
2. Basic strategy building for both the Verbal and the Quant sections.
3. Structure of the course with practice quizzes following the concept files and cementing quizzes post sub-section completion.
4. Performance insights which illustrate your strengths and areas of improvement.
5. Constant support from the team on performance analysis and improvement feedback.

Would make the product better:

Some improvements to the product could be:
1. The question bank sometimes does return a similar question that has either previously been attempted or was discussed in one of the concept files. This has happened a few times for CR questions. Since the question was previously attempted, it does not help improving the ability. This repetitiveness is something which could be done away with.
2. A 1:1 support channel on the platform itself instead of away from the platform would enhance the experience.
3. The Verbal question bank could be enhanced with additional RC passages.

The eGMAT course is like a one-stop shop for your GMAT preparation.

I had started my preparation in July,2023 and took the test in January,2024. That accounts for six months of preparation time. However, this also includes the phases during which I had to take breaks from the preparation due to work demands. Negating that out, eGMAT prepares you for your D-Day in around three to four months of focussed effort.

The support team at eGMAT is always in for your queries and for providing regular feedback and improvement plans throughout your journey. It is this support that keeps students motivated towards the preparation and creates a positive impact about the product as a whole.

Moreover, an improvement of more than 100 points (considering I had taken the first mock test post SC preparation) in four months, for a first time test taker, is testament to the course structure, the performance insights which help you improve and the dedication of the team towards the success of its students.

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Strengths:

Egmat has a very customized service and personalized attention based approach. The targeted improvement plans and encouragement serve as constant support to reach your target score. The Scholaranium is a very powerful tool with excellent questions of great quality and the data generated is very useful for targeted improvement

I was a student of e-GMAT prior to the pandemic, after which I took a break in my preparation. I re-started my prep in June 2023, with a target of a 740+ score in mind. Soon, I realized that I was nowhere close to my score since I was scoring in the late 600s and I wrote a frantic mail to e-GMAT to help me with the last mile push. This is when I was first introduced to Rashmi, one of the mentors at e-GMAT, who remained a constant backbone over the next couple of months and helped me score a 740 (V41 Q49).
Verbal had always been my strong suit, but I was quite weak in quant, which was pulling my score down. Rashmi crafted a quant improvement plan for me based on my strengths and weaknesses as displayed by the data on the e-GMAT portal. The PACE guided modules were extremely helpful to go through all the concepts and application files I needed. She helped me realize that while I was clear on most concepts, my process skills needed to be honed, for which she crafted a personalized improvement plan. The methodical plan, helpful content, and constant practice on the e-GMAT portal helped me improve from a Q45/46 to a Q49/50, and this is what I consider my biggest achievement.
For Verbal, while I was historically strong in the section, there were certain areas that needed to be improved to achieve my target score. The meaning-based sentence correction approach really helped me minimize my mistakes and helped me become a better reader, which ultimately assisted in the CR and RC sections.
I found e-GMAT’s scholaranium to be one of the most helpful tools for my practice, since I was constantly able to take custom quizzes as per the plan designed and review my performance based on the data recorded. It very accurately identified all my weak areas, enabling me to work and improve on them. I think the biggest contributor to my score was the constant personalized support from Rashmi and the e-GMAT team, who continuously pushed me to keep at my preparation and become better. During my preparation, I would write to them very frequently and would always get a response within 24 hours. This really helped me to remain motivated to practice every day and manage the preparation along with my hectic working hours. I would definitely recommend anyone preparing for their GMAT to trust in the process laid out by e-GMAT team and leverage their expertise to achieve your target score!

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Strengths:

- Easy to use (user-friendly)
- Comprehensive and comparable to official guide questions
- Teaches how to develop skills to solve more difficult exercises

Would make the product better:

- Make it clearer how the test-readiness works (create plans for it)
- Make it more interactive to track whether you are following the plan or not

I highly recommend the e-gmat platform for those with limited study time. It greatly aids in organization and builds the necessary skills to tackle more complex exercises.

I've tried other platforms, but by far, E-Gmat has been the most effective for me.

Not only did it help me significantly increase my verbal score, but it also helped me solidify my quant to an exceptional level.


For a while, I thought I wouldn't be able to score at least a 645 (old 700) on the test. However, by actively using the platform and reaching out to their customer support, I did manage to achieve a good score. Surely, with their support, I could have scored even higher, but my nerves got the best of me, haha.

It's been said that the Indians are the best, and I can only agree!!!

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Hello everyone! I recently took my GMAT exam on January 31st and scored 710. My preparation journey was quite lengthy and perhaps unconventional, involving multiple attempts before my latest endeavor, which fell on the final date of the current edition of the GMAT. Throughout this process, I gained invaluable insights, and I'm eager to share some of those, particularly highlighting the significant role that e-gmat played in helping me attain that score. I underwent a lengthy self preparation journey that did not result in achieving my target score. After reading several positive reviews on GMAT Club and participating in some excellent YouTube live sessions by them, I made the decision to choose e-gmat for my preparation, and I'm extremely grateful that I did.


My section wise improvement:

Verbal:

I believe an important aspect for scoring well in Verbal is building the skill of comprehension. It took me some time, but eventually, reading passages with the genuine aim of comprehension rather than superficially became second nature to me. Visualizing the provided information and forming logical connections while reading eventually became a non-negotiable process, significantly altering the way I grasped CR and RC passages. The process of ‘Pre-thinking’ in CR helped me improve my timing in CR questions and also reject incorrect answer choices on solid grounds.

Quant:

Considering my background in engineering, I almost completely ignored preparing for Quant section in my previous attempts. Everytime, scoring a Q42. For my latest attempt, I went through every Quant module given in the course. While solving questions, I noticed that, like many others, I was making errors in questions I knew how to solve! I referred to these errors as 'silly' mistakes. After this, I realized the importance of ‘process skills’ in quant as well. I changed the way I solved quant questions, laying stress on consciously making sure all cases are covered, explicitly writing constraints while reading the question stem, etc.

Specific areas of the course that benefited me:

1. The course content is comprehensive and very well structured. I personally believe that if you do this course right, follow the exact learning process diligently, you will see a remarkable transformation in your performance. The structured approach to learning was instrumental in facilitating my learning journey.

2. E-gmat emphasizes a lot on skill-building over mere content absorption. Towards the end of the course aside from one or two topics, I didn't find it necessary to revisit the course material, as such.

3. Scholaranium : I can't stress enough the significance of this platform in evaluating and analyzing my progress. It provided all the data necessary for understanding my strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

4. Mentorship : Shout out to Akash for mentoring me in the final days of my prep. Every step was personally structured towards filling my process gaps and test readiness! It was not just about giving mocks, it was about giving tests / quizzes the right way!

Some tips:

1. Maintain an error log! I maintained a very detailed error log with detailed notes on where I faltered and corrective actions. This error log became my only source for revision in the later stages of prep. I used ‘notion’ for this.
2. As an e-gmat student, I would say, trust the process, it works! Look, the course is lengthy, time consuming and feels daunting at first. Halfway through the learning phase, I got overwhelmed by the sheer amount of content that was left to consume and the time I had taken to complete the first half of it. I already felt exhausted. But, I continued with the course, taking breaks at appropriate intervals. I realized it was best for me to take my time and do things the right way.
3. Do not attempt GMAT unprepared. This might sound trivial to most, but some of us have a different approach to giving exams! :P There are no shortcuts to GMAT and I feel you need to be prepared for every scenario : order of questions, super hard RC passage right in the middle of the test etc. Giving mocks is a great way to analyze such gaps and be prepared for it. Keep calm, exercise. A lot has to go right to achieve a score that accurately reflects your true potential.

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Strengths:

- I really liked their focused approach: in the DI and Quant courses, instead of going through each and every detailed section, the PACE architecture allowed me to skip course material I was good at, while focusing on improving my weaknesses
- their approach of first doing the courses in which you need the most improvement (for me this was Quant and DI), and then engage into cementing, is the most efficient approach to actually learn from your mistakes and ensure you understand how to come to a solution as quickly as possible
- the video solutions on the Scholaranium platform are clear and to the point: in a few minutes they explain how to solve an exercise, every time with their stepwise approach (think about constraints, visualize, make inferences etc.)

Would make the product better:

- each webinar re-explains what their platform consists of and how it works, which is very useful in the beginning, but after a while it may be a bit repetitive for students who have already purchased an e-GMAT course and therefore know the process
- it could be an idea to design different webinars for the students who already subscribed (as opposed to those who just want a try-out webinar)

I recently had the pleasure of undertaking the e-GMAT course package to prepare for the GMAT, and the experience was nothing short of transformative. Initially, I purchased the course without a clear study plan, feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. I just made exercises and looked at the solutions, without any perspective of where I was going or how I could improve. However, my journey took a positive turn when Payal, an e-GMAT instructor, reached out to me. Her guidance played a pivotal role in my success.

One of the standout features of e-GMAT is the personalized study plan, tailored to my specific needs and timeframe. With only 12 days until my GMAT exam, Payal meticulously outlined a daily plan that focused on my weaknesses and targeted areas for improvement. This level of personalized attention set the tone for my entire preparation. The study plan was well-balanced, and Payal well understood that I was willing to work very hard in the short time I had, but still also considered it important to rest and process everything I had learned.

The e-GMAT course encompasses a variety of specialized features, each contributing to a comprehensive and effective study experience. The PACE architecture in the quant course allowed me to efficiently navigate through the material, focusing on key areas that led to a significant improvement in my quant score from Q73 to Q83. The structured approach helped me avoid unnecessary content and concentrate on what was essential for achieving my goal.

As for the RC section, Payal encouraged me to analyze data and identify root causes of each passage, and spend more time reading a passage, as compared to my previous practice approach. This change in attitude proved instrumental in enhancing my performance in RC, showcasing the effectiveness of e-GMAT's methodical approach.

The course's emphasis on Data Interpretation through Scholaranium significantly boosted my confidence in this challenging section.

Test readiness was a crucial aspect of the last steps of my e-GMAT journey. After having followed the courses of Quant and DI with the PACE architecture, I had acquired the mindset needed to approach the GMAT confidently. The only thing that remained was build up my stamina and prepare for the actual exam. e-GMAT's error log was also really helpful in this, as it helped me recognize where I could improve my timing, as well as how to avoid stupid mistakes and identify questions that I was confident in and which not (and self-knowledge is very important during the GMAT prep).

In summary, my experience with e-GMAT was exceptional, and the results spoke for themselves—an impressive 60-point improvement in just 12 days. The personalized study plan, specialized features, and focused approach to weaknesses in quant, RC, and DI all contributed to my success. I highly recommend e-GMAT to anyone seeking a structured, personalized, and effective GMAT preparation course.

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Strengths:

Mentorship and Last Mile Program (expert coaching in the last 35 days before test day)
Quant course: comprehensive, detailed, high-yield for test performance.
Verbal course: innovative and effective strategies to master reading comprehension, critical reasoning and to optimise time expenditure on long reading paragraphs.
Scholaranium: question bank and online quiz/test simulator, with thousands of Quant & Verbal questions, categorized by each subsection and subtopic and by difficulty level. It is the quintessential gym for a student to train on questions and a crucial tool in the learning process required to master all GMAT sections.
SigmaXMocks: 5 GMAT exam practice tests, perfectly aligned with real-GMAT experience, accurately simulating real test score.

Would make the product better:

Providing a more accurate and personalized "time-to-test-readiness" projection, based on first Mock attempt, diagnostic quizzes, first learning modules studied and the student's studying agenda.

Embarking on the GMAT journey as a medical professional presented unique challenges, given my decade-long hiatus from mathematics and limited exposure during high school. The quest for a comprehensive and effective GMAT preparation course led me to e-GMAT, an invaluable resource that played a pivotal role in my journey from a 550 to a remarkable 760.

1. Structured Learning with Quant course:
e-GMAT's Quant course was the bedrock of my success. The structured learning approach, with GMAT-like practice files and the crucial step of Cementing, went beyond mere content delivery. While initially skeptical about the stages of learning, I soon realized their significance. The methodology ensured a solid foundation for tackling hard-level questions.

2. Scholaranium:
Scholaranium became my home, gym, and rehearsal arena. It was not just a question bank but a comprehensive platform that allowed me to confront fears, gauge self-esteem, and measure progress accurately. The detailed explanations provided by e-GMAT tutors and discussions with fellow students were instrumental in guiding me towards mastery. Moreover data analysis and track record of performance over time allows you to know which areas to improve, at which level your preparation lies at any given moment, and when you are truly ready for test day.

3. Last Mile Program (LMP) and Mentorship:
The Last Mile Program, coupled with personalized mentorship from Rida Shafeek, was a game-changer. The program's strategic focus, coupled with Rida's insightful feedback, ensured my efforts and focus were aligned with the goal. External feedback from experts proved to be the catalyst for improvement, from both a test-performance and emotional level, offering a perspective that self-assessment could not provide alone.

4. Verbal Reinvention:
Recognizing the need to strengthen my verbal skills, I turned to e-GMAT's comprehensive verbal modules. Harshavardhan's teaching style and the emphasis on Pre-thinking skill not only improved my GMAT performance but also had positive repercussions on my real-life reading and comprehension skills.

5. Quality over Quantity:
e-GMAT's emphasis on quality learning over the quantity of questions attempted was a crucial revelation. The meticulous analysis of imperfections, saved in your Error Log, and scrutinized for underlying causes ensured a transformative learning experience. This approach was instrumental in my progression through learning stages and ultimately achieving mastery.

6. Realistic Mock Experiences:
Sigma-X Mocks provided an accurate simulation of the test environment. They highlighted the stark reality that performance in a controlled quiz setting doesn't necessarily mirror the high-stakes scenario. This awareness was crucial in managing expectations and refining my approach for test day.

7. Strategic Approach to Anxiety Management:
The strategic approach to anxiety management, particularly in the final days leading to the test, was a distinctive feature. Understanding that test day success requires a holistic approach—combining skill, calmness, focus, stamina, motivation, and resilience—was a pivotal realization.

In conclusion, my journey with e-GMAT was not just a trajectory of improving GMAT scores; it was a transformative experience. The structured learning, personalized mentorship, and emphasis on quality over quantity make e-GMAT a standout choice for any student, especially those facing unique challenges. If you seek a course that goes beyond content delivery, providing strategic guidance and a holistic approach to GMAT preparation, e-GMAT should be at the top of your list.

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Strengths:


• Scholaranium
• Master Comprehension
• Pre-Thinking in CR, Meaning based approach in SC
• Last Mile Push program

Would make the product better:

Including the option to watch the videos at an increased speed will save prep time

Thanks to e-GMAT, I went from a 580 (Sigma Mock) score to a GMAT 730. I am an orthodontist by profession and after years of dentistry, getting back into the examination mode was an uphill task. However, the mentorship I received from the e-GMAT team helped me achieve a 730 on the GMAT.

Improvement in Verbal Section:
I followed the personalized study plan which was based on my diagnostic quiz results and my current skill set. After going through the concepts file I went ahead with the diagnostic and cementing quizzes. I improved from V 31 to V 41 in verbal.
Reading Comprehension (RC) - Master Comprehension ably guides students about the importance of strategic pausing and following a structure-based approach. Both of these, according to me, are prerequisites for nailing hard RC passages. Mastering this approach made a significant difference in my performance.
Critical Reasoning – On the suggestion of the mentors at e-GMAT, I followed the process of pre-thinking and was surprised to find out that I could solve most CR questions in under 1.5 minutes. I attribute my improved score majorly to adopting the process of pre-thinking. It helped me navigate through the tricky questions that the GMAT is known for, saving me precious time and making me avoid traps, especially in the harder questions.
Strategy for Sentence Correction –
I cannot emphasize enough on the importance of following the Meaning Based Approach in Sentence Correction (SC). I lot of right answers in GMAT sound awkward and relying on what sounds right isn't going to help much. Following the meaning-based approach, on the other hand, made me more efficient at avoiding grammatically correct wrong answers.

Improvement in Quant Section:
PACE tailors the course to the individual needs of every student and helped me save more than 40 hours on my Quant Prep. Focusing on my weak areas as identified through Scholaranium, with the help of cementing and test readiness quizzes improved my Quant score significantly.
Scholaranium was particularly vital in my preparation. Scholaranium's targeted practice questions and the analytical tools provided a structured approach to tackling my weaknesses. Data Insights is an invaluable tool in critically identifying weak areas and also offers the chance to track improvement. My mentor Rashmi helped me work on my flaws and play on my strengths. This was especially true for the Quant and CR sections, where I needed the maximum improvement.

Last Mile Push Program:
The Last Mile Push Program in the final stages of my preparation helped me increase my score by 30 points (from my previous score of 700) in a matter of a few days and helped me score 730 (Q 48, V 41). Rashmi provided an objective view of my strengths and weaknesses, allowing me to focus on critical areas for improvement. Also, I would like to mention that the Sigma X Mock scores were within +/- 10 points of my actual GMAT score both times and were an accurate representation of where I stood in terms of my preparation. A balanced approach and trust in the e-GMAT methodology, including the tools and resources like Scholaranium, Pre-thinking approach in CR and the Structure-based approach in RC led to a significant improvement in my score. Overall, I would like to add that e-GMAT has everything one needs to ace the GMAT!

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Strengths:

Great content for verbal preparation, almost 100% on video, which helps more than the written material. My favorite part about e-gmat was the possibility of asking for personalized advice via email. The team always sent me detailed plans of which content to study and tests to take considering my progress.

Would make the product better:

The quantitative content could have more videos instead of text. Some teacher from the verbal, specially an american teacher provided confusing answers, then one other teacher needed to correct the answers.

I recommend the e-gmat for everyone who is preparing for the GMAT, specially because they offer the personalized help via email, with a tailored study plan. This tailored study plan was essential for me because I had little time to study and needed to focus on what would yield the greatest results. Additionally, the quantitative questions were tough, and this helped me to be prepared for the questions on the actual test, it made it seem easier. I had purchased TTP before and was not able to use it, because it was too much content and not so much guidance, as I had no time to lose, the E-GMAT became the best solution. One other feature I loved was being able to ask questions and receiving the answer within 1 business day.

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