e-GMAT Online Focused Reviews

Strengths:

Verbal question-solving techniques and enough DI questions to practice.

Would make the product better:

Module files (non-video) could have a tempo option ie 1.5x and 2x to speed up the lessons.

I gave my GMAT FE on the 12th of December 2023, scoring 665 with Q90, V81 & DI 78. I used e-GMAT's course for the exam preparation. I took 2 months to prep for the exam. Some notes on the overall experience:

1. Quant:
I am an engineering undergrad working in finance, so I was confident in my quant skills. However, Hard quant questions can lead to time-drain if you do not know some essential tricks to solve the question faster or eliminate wrong answer choices. So, if you are starting at a higher ability in quant, revising these tricks can increase confidence by improving time management. I referred to e-GMAT's course materials / videos for these and practised some Medium and Hard questions from the OG. Overall in the actual exam, I solved all questions with 7mins to spare. I reviewed all answer choices but was confident in most. Thankfully, I got all the questions correct.

2. Verbal:
I dedicated 50-60% of my prep time to this section. e-GMAT's materials were helpful and their Question Bank (Scholaranium) is quite advanced. I learned techniques like Pre-thinking and honed my skills through their Cementing and Ability quizzes. However, I could not attempt all the questions in the Scholaranium or the OG due to the short 2-month prep time. I made a few consecutive mistakes in the exam which led to an 81/90.

3. Data Insights:
What a tricky section! Not sure if I was a bit exhausted since I came to this section after Q and V or if the section itself was tricky. Anyway, for DI, I had some familiarity with the different question types (TPA, MSR, DS, etc) in the section but struggled a lot with time management. I think I guessed the last 2 questions in the exam. Due to the no-partial-credit nature of the questions, time-drain is common for questions which you know you can get right. e-GMAT has a lot of DI questions in their Scholaranium and the course materials. I took this section up at the end of my prep and kind of hurried through it since I thought Q and V skills were transferrable to this section [not an excuse for the score ;) ].

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Strengths:

The master comprehension course is very important to make realize that I need to have a different approach to effectively read and not have to reread several times and thus not waste valuable time. And the meaning approach for SC changed my whole perspective and improved my accuracy a lot. For CR, the process skills of Pre-Thinking are truly a game changer. I know you have read this several times BUT I TELL YOU once more: You need to learn how to Pre-Think in order to not fall into traps that the answer choices intend for you all the time. I also think that the process that eGmat advocates is hugely effective. You learn concepts thoroughly, you get tested on these topics and after you get done with the modules, you need to Cement your knowledge, which tests your process skills of all topics under a timed environment. This showed me which concepts I did not understand completely and processes that I need to master.

Would make the product better:

I really like the mocks, and I am so amazed that I even got the same section scores and result in my real GMAT so they are very accurate. But I think I would like to have a better website design/layout to assimilate the real GMAT so that I can prepare mentally for the big day.

I am really happy to say that I got reached a 690 (V37 Q48) in GMAT. I almost lost hope since I started preparing more than a year ago on my own to only get a 640 and nothing above of that in my two previous tries.
On my first try I got a 640 in my GMAT Online (V28 Q48). Since my main problem was clearly Verbal, I thought that I just needed to make sure I study more concepts and practice more SC questions and try to memorize more idioms. After a while I just got even more stressed in my preparation because I sometimes got stuck and waste too much time in some SC and CR questions. Specially for CR questions, once I checked the official explanation, it made sense, but it did not help me to get the next (new) CR argument right. In my next try of GMAT Online I got really nervous and that affected me to a degree that I got an even lower score. I believe that I got nervous because I was also aware that I had no solid process for CR questions. I realized that I could not improve further unless I learn and apply strategies to get more Verbal questions correct. I had read many reviews of different courses and I found that eGMAT was recognized for being one of the best in Verbal and I like the fact that it offered an online platform with modules since I can access the course and keep studying for as many hours as I can.
I got a 590 in my diagnostic mock of eGMAT and I realized that I was rusty and I had a lot of work to do. I even thought for a moment that it was impossible to get close to 700 in 2 months. But I did! I reached almost a 700 in just 2.5 months.

I think that the biggest tip I got from e-GMAT is that hard consistent work get results. You have to be motivated and resilient if you truly want a 700+. I have read that other people had the same section scores and got a 700, and even though it may sound frustrating, I am sure that I am very close to the 700 and that with a bit more hard work I can make it and get 700+ in a couple of weeks.

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Strengths:

The diagnostic test is a game-changer in terms of knowing your exact strengths and weaknesses.

For Quant, The PACE Engine allows you to drill deep into your weaker areas and quickly skim through topics you are already strong in.

For Verbal, the way pre-thinking is taught and applied in all the CR questions takes your verbal ability to the next level.

For DI, Visualisation is key to solve questions efficiently within time constraints, something that is extensively taught and applied.

Thanks to the E-GMAT Team, I was able to improve my scores from a starting ability of 650 to a 715 on the GMAT Focus. I would recommend every aspiring candidate to try out the EGMAT course as they have a step-by-step guide to sure shot success on the GMAT, irrespective of your starting ability.

The Sigma X mocks allow you to deep dive and understand not just your sectional abilities, but your sub-sectional abilities as well. Overall, the course gave me much more structured approach towards my prep and provided me with a lot more clarity. Lastly, the level of personalised support I received from my EGMAT mentor, Dhruv is something that will stay on with me for the rest of my life. He consistently backed my abilities, gave me a personalised study plan during the last few weeks, and was always a call away in the stressful moments leading up to the test. In short, thank you Team E-GMAT!! This victory is as much yours as it is mine :)

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Strengths:

Great offering in the overall GMAT online course landscape (especially given its price-point).
E-GMAT does a good job of covering the fundamentals and building good habits from early on (which in my opinion can be the difference maker)

Would make the product better:

Nothing drastic - Maybe, covering more depth in RC for Verbal.

I would highly recommend using E GMAT in addition to the standard open source resources such as GMAT Official Guide and the GMAT club platform. E GMAT made a huge difference in my SC prep. After a certain point, GMAT tests you by asking if you can bend certain rules and evaluate trade-offs between ambiguity and grammar. E GMAT does a good job of showing the user these type of questions so they understand the importance of not eliminating certain options immediately because of basic grammar rules. (ambiguity in meaning is the ultimate test in the SC section of Verbal)

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Strengths:

Scholaranium
Meaning approach to SC
Error log approach

Would make the product better:

Have option to set pace for videos

Overall a good course. The meaning based approach to SC really helps understand the sentence and improve SC. The scholaranium platform helps you identify weak areas and work towards it. Creating error log using the approach suggested by the course and going through it frequently helps you understand your repeat mistakes and avoid them in future. The prethinking approach for CR helps you analyze answer choices better. The enrollment in LMP program also really helped by defining timelines and pushing me to complete the tasks within the given time. The level of quant is a bit higher than what is expected in the official GMAT test

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Strengths:

Verbal section.

Hey, Everyone!

I recently gave my GMAT and scored a 760. I would like to thank e-GMAT for providing the necessary support. I signed up for their course based on recommendation from my friend and didn't regret it for once. I started with a Diagnostic Mock and scored a 690(Q49, V35). My major gaps were in the Verbal section and that is something taught really well at eGMAT. The way each of the concept is explained along with the signature problem solving structure for each of SC, CR and RC, I never saw the verbal section from that lens. I really started enjoying that learning phase, and when I say that I just don't mean it from a GMAT perspective.

Even though I didn't spend a lot of time on quants, I did go through certain concepts and mainly the data sufficiency questions, which again were taught in a very structured way which helped me increase my Q49 to Q50. The ability to create practice quizzes at multiple levels: Topic Wise, Sectional, Cross-sectional, was something which really helped getting exam ready and I found the mocks quite close to what I encountered in my actual exam. So overall, the course really helped me cover the distance from 690 to 760.

Thanks,
Amogh

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Strengths:

Meaning Based Approach
CR Pre-thinking Concept - to a certain extent

Would make the product better:

Not so relavant RC questions and much longer passages

SC - Superb. Meaning Based Approach proved extremely helpful. This approach opened the doors for 700 or 750 level questions, which was really a big pain point for me.
CR - Pre thinking is more about practicing than any concept as such. I could not give enough time to practice Pre-thinking to the core and hence could not improve a lot. Though it did help me to a certain extent.
RC - Did not find the section useful, could be because I was at a decent level in RC and did not need a great deal of improvement. Though, I feel the passages are way longer than real GMAT, and much tougher than what you might encounter in your exam.

Did not use its Quant, so can't say much about it.

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Strengths:

e-GMAT courses offer engaging video lessons designed to simplify complex concepts and provide step-by-step problem-solving explanations. Serving as a comprehensive one-stop solution for GMAT aspirants, the product boasts an impressive quick response rate. Additionally, it stands out with the unique capability to create custom quizzes, allowing users to select a specific number of questions from either the Verbal or Quant sections – a distinctive and highly valuable feature not found in other products.

Would make the product better:

Incorporating advanced analytics to track individual progress and offer personalized recommendations could elevate the effectiveness of e-GMAT courses.

I would like to express my gratitude to Dhruv Joshi, my mentor throughout the e-GMAT course. His guidance played a pivotal role in navigating complex concepts, and his quick response rate made the learning process seamless. The personalized support and insightful feedback significantly contributed to my success. His dedication to my progress was evident in the customized quizzes he helped me create, a feature that set e-GMAT apart. I not only improved my performance but also appreciated the user-friendly interface. His commitment to my success and the unique learning experience provided by e-GMAT, has been truly exceptional. Thank you, Dhruv, for being an invaluable mentor on my GMAT journey!

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Hey Everyone!
I recently took the GMAT test and scored a 730 (QA50, VA39). I had given my previous attempt a month ago, where I landed a 620 on the test. I improved my score by a whopping 110 points in one month. I would like to share my experience briefly about my GMAT journey.
I gave my first E-gmat Sigma X Mock and scored a 590. That's when I recognized the extent of enhancements required in my study approach, prompting me to enroll in the e-gmat course. Needless to say, the interface of the e-gmat dashboard is impeccable. The division of Quant and Verbal into various subtopics provides a student with the precise and accurate topic-wise breakdown of the syllabus, really helping to understand the weak and strong areas. The P.A.C.E feature helped me save a lot of time in my preparation.
I meticulously went through each module, ensuring completion of every practice quiz question and application question to enhance my skills. After each section, I took the Cementing quizzes, which really helped me gain confidence. I not only built my skills but also ensured that my understanding of the topics is crystal clear.
The next phase of my preparation involved multiple quizzes (Topic-wise Quiz, Mixed quiz, etc.) of varying lengths. The quiz structure was provided to me by my mentor, Abha. The quizzes contained medium to hard-level questions, and my aim was to achieve around 70-80% accuracy in them. Initially, I found the quizzes to be challenging, but towards the end of my preparation, I realized that these quizzes are helping me further in the preparation. Following several quizzes, I developed effective time management skills, achieving greater accuracy by discerning which questions to skip and which ones to attempt. I largely focused on accuracy in these quizzes as I was already done with the concept part.
Next came the Mock ramp-up phase when I started giving Sigma X mocks. In those mocks, I scored between 650-700. One notable aspect of the Sigma X mocks is their comprehensive analysis of errors by topic, coupled with a progression analysis. These mocks helped me identify specific areas where I was struggling and provided guidance on how to enhance my performance. The mock structure closely mirrored that of the actual GMAT exam.
When I first wrote the exam, I scored a 620 (VA27, QA48). To be honest, I was quite surprised because I was crystal clear in the concepts and had made sure to cover each and every aspect thoroughly. I decided not to give up and gave myself another month before going for the exam again. Finally, after one month of hard work, I booked the exam date and gave my best foot forward. Once I hit the submit button and saw the score, I was overwhelmed with joy and tears of happiness. After a dismal 620 in the previous attempt, I had scored a 730!
I’m really grateful to E-gmat for providing me with an excellent mentor. Abha helped me throughout the journey by constantly pushing me and motivating me to do better. I would request her for ad-hoc calls, and she would always be available for me. The combinations of the quizzes provided by her really helped me to get to my current score. Overall, the course is extensive and totally worth every penny. I would definitely recommend the same to test-takers.
Thank you!

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Strengths:

The e-GMAT course offers a very structured and process oriented approach to the Verbal section,which generally troubles the non-native speakers the most. This is probably the most significant differentiator of the course. The course focuses immensely on the process of solving rather than merely solving the question correct. I believe this focus on correct process and structured approach to questions is a must for a great score .

I did not start my Gmat journey with e-GMAT. I started with two other Gmat prep courses, one after the other, which are also available on GMAT club. I did work as diligently as I did in the e-GMAT course, sticking to 'AI curated plan', taking live classes and following every step instructed by the experts.
I did not have a process to address different types of question that Gmat offers. I ended up just mugging up lots of grammar rules, skimming through passages, and following all sorts of shortcuts and gimmicks. With confused efforts the results were also confusing, Gmat mock scores ranging from 650 to 750 in 10+ mocks. The scores were very inconsistent. However, I went on with my First Gmat attempt and scored a 650(Q50,V27).

Disappointed with my official score and not knowing what to do next, I attended the e-Gmat free session and then I realised that I neither had a process nor a focus on key aspects such as author's intended meaning in SC, his line of reasoning in CR or the intention behind an RC passage. Thus, after the free session ,I joined the e-GMAT course.

As I completely followed the e-Gmat course, the most difficult part was not to learn the new process oriented approach but to get rid of the gimmicks and solving techniques that I had learned earlier. I followed the course plan sincerely and thus my accuracies improved in all the verbal sub-sections. As I put in diligent efforts, so I got into the Last Mile Program and I got a dedicated mentor.

I am very thankful to Rida mam for guiding me through the whole process, for attending to different weak areas one by one and most importantly for hearing out all my woes and cries with verbal for so long.

Since then ,my GMAT scores have only gone up. I recently scored a V42 on the official Gmat,which is yet to be officially reported. I doubt that this jump from V27 were possible without the constant help and mentorship from Rida mam. The Last Mile program is really one of its kind and really helped me focus on the key aspects. This includes understanding at a granular level what my strengths and weaknesses are and helping me to build the right strategy to work on them.

I now have a structured process to solve the verbal section, a process that focuses on understanding the author and realising the true intent of a passage rather than on merely solving. It is now that I realise the beauty of this test, and what skills it focuses on. This realisation took quite a long time as I wasted a lot of precious time on gimmicks and shortcuts suggested by other prep companies in my earlier phases of Gmat Prep.

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