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Background:
Before joining e-GMAT, I tried T.O.P One Percent because they claimed to be the best and boasted about students getting top scores every day. Sadly, they didn't teach me anything, and it felt like a waste of time and money. I even doubted their honesty. After two and a half months of learning nothing from them, I took my first GMAT test and got a 680, all on my own. I realized I needed help to do better, so I looked for something different.
Why e-GMAT?
I needed a flexible way to learn because I had a busy schedule like many of you. e-GMAT offered that flexibility. I could study at my own pace and choose when to take the exam, whether in 15 days or a month.
About e-GMAT:
What's great about e-GMAT is that they focus on helping you build your skills. They understand that the GMAT tests your abilities, so they prepare you accordingly.
e-GMAT's course covers master comprehension, sentence correction, critical reasoning, and reading comprehension. In master comprehension, they teach you how to read effectively during the exam, which is very helpful, especially for non-native speakers. Their pre-thinking and meaning-based approaches are awesome. With critical reasoning, where answer choices are very close, pre-thinking is essential.
The course gives enough time for each section, and e-GMAT provides useful tools like Scholarnium to track your progress and Sigma X mocks that resemble real GMAT tests.
Strategy Experts:
One of the best things about e-GMAT is the support of experienced GMAT experts like Rashmi Ma'am. She helped me a lot by analyzing my quizzes and providing videos from GMAT experts like Harsha Sir when I needed them.
LMP (Last Mile Prep):
The LMP program teaches you about the GMAT algorithm, time management, and how to be ready for the test.
In short, if you're preparing for the GMAT, I highly recommend e-GMAT. Their flexible program, expert guidance, and useful tools will help you succeed.
Target Test Prep was the only service i used, as it was highly recommended by friends that took the test in the past. I loved how the lessons were structured and how they complemented each other so as to not let me forget previously learned lessons. Every answer was clearly explained, and it helped me improve my quant skills immensely. The option to practice different question sets that you could customize in terms of topics and difficulty was also great and allowed me to practice my weakest topics in an easy way. I would gladly recommend this course to anyone who would ask.
I started my GMAT journey with a focus on mastering the fundamental concepts, rather than relying on shortcuts or tricks. Based on recommendations from friends, I subscribed to eGMAT on March 23, 2023, took a mock exam in which I scored 640 and began my dedicated studies.
I Started with the Verbal section, following the structured approach outlined in the course. For Critical Reasoning, I found that pre-thinking and strong elimination strategies worked exceptionally well, making this section my best. Sentence Correction was a challenge for me as English wasn't my strong suit. I delved into the basics, learning all the rules and then shifted my focus to a meaning-based approach. Over time, I discovered that dedicating significant time to understanding the question's meaning increased my accuracy from 40% to around 80%.
Reading Comprehension posed difficulties due to the language and passage volume, but I adopted a dedicated approach. I read passages wholeheartedly, which, though time-consuming initially, eventually enabled me to connect with the content. This connection made reading even long passages easier. Combining this approach with elimination strategies increased my accuracy from 50% to around 80%.
Parallely, I revisited the Quant module, covering concepts and solving quizzes. After completing the module, I took Sigma mocks, consistently scoring around 740 in the remaining five mocks. Based on these scores, I booked the exam appointment GMAT for July 21, 2023, and began revising through eGMAT's recommended Last Mile program.
However, my test day turned into a disappointment as I scored 670 (Q49, V31). It was a huge learning, highlighting the importance of test-taking strategy and time management. My time management was abysmal; I completed the verbal section in just 45 minutes. Exam stress didn’t let me follow my practiced approach.
Afterward, I consulted with Dhruv, my mentor from eGMAT, who emphasized the need to simulate the exam environment. I promptly scheduled a second appointment for August 22, 2023. I focused less on syllabus content and more on practicing my approach with mocks and official questions. Unfortunately, I wasn't in the best health on the second exam day, waking up with a headache. I decided to switch the order, taking the quant section first. By the time I reached the verbal section, my headache had disappeared, and I felt much better. During the verbal section, I stuck to the strategies I had learned, particularly the meaning-based approach for Sentence Correction and Elimination framework for RC and CR.
IR and AWA were not my top priorities, so I gave them my best without excessive worry. Upon completing the exam, my score flashed on the screen: 720 (Q49, V40). I wanted to jump out of my chair, but I controlled myself as other candidates were still taking their exams. This experience taught me the value of preparation for the test-taking environment and the importance of adhering to my well-practiced approach.
Hi mohan1597
Heartiest Congratulations to you on your 720 score!
Achieving a remarkable 50-point increase is an accomplishment worth mentioning.
You enhanced your SC abilities by mastering the meaning-based approach for SC. You focused on building a solid foundation by going through every course file with utmost diligence. The outcome was a consistent improvement in your SC abilities which can be seen in the image below
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/mohan1597-SC-Progression
Through a combination of your determined efforts and the disciplined implementation of a structured approach, you solidified your RC abilities while at the same time reducing the time taken to answer RC Questions. This resulted in a significant boost to your skills, making it almost inevitable for you to achieve an impressive V40 score. The statistics pertaining to your RC improvement serve as strong evidence, attesting to your remarkable achievement.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/mohan1597-RC-Improvement
Your Quant preparation was so solid that despite severe headache on the test day, you managed to score a Q49. Your level of preparation is evident in the Quant Scholaranium stats presented in the below image:
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/mohan1597-Quant-Accuracy
mohan1597, it was a pleasure working with you. On behalf of the entire e-GMAT team, I wish you the best for the next steps.
Regards,
Dhruv
If you are in the hunt to find a great course, especially for quant, look no further. The quant modules are designed exactly to maximize your potential score and the chapters are well crafted. While the verbal questions/examples are designed specifically to test the concepts taught, they help lay the foundation and get you ready for OG. The calendar application is very helpful, and the whole team is very responsive. Shout out to Marty, one never feels like the verbal course is one sided.
Great UI, helpful error log, immediate response to queries, helpful articles in between the course and Scott's soothing voice make TTP a great product to invest in and to achieve your best possible score.
I embarked on my GMAT journey with determination after scoring 680 (Q48, V35, IR 3) on my initial attempt. It wasn't until I enrolled in e-GMAT's GMAT online course that I truly grasped what it meant to excel on this challenging test. Over two months, this course, along with its incredible mentors, transformed my preparation and results, elevating my score to a remarkable 710 (Q48, V40, IR 8, 5.0 AWA).
Personalized Support (4.5/5):
One of the most commendable aspects of e-GMAT is its personalized approach to student success. After analyzing my ESR report, they tailored a focused study plan to address my weaknesses. Having a personal mentor to guide me through this journey was invaluable, especially considering my hectic full-time job.
Diagnostic Analytics (5/5):
The diagnostic analytics offered by e-GMAT are a game-changer. They provided me with a clear picture of my weak areas, enabling me to allocate my time and effort wisely. This data-driven approach ensures that you're tackling the right problems to achieve the best results.
Scholaranium Question Bank (4.5/5):
e-GMAT's Scholaranium question bank is a goldmine for practice. The vast array of questions helped me reinforce my knowledge and sharpen my skills. It's an essential resource for those seeking a deep and varied practice experience.
Mock Exams (4.5/5):
The mock exams provided by e-GMAT are incredibly valuable. They accurately replicate the difficulty level and format of the real GMAT, ensuring you're well-prepared for the actual test day. These mock exams were instrumental in building my confidence and reducing test-day anxiety.
Verbal Excellence (5/5):
e-GMAT excels in its verbal section. The course materials, strategies, and practice questions transformed my verbal score from V35 to an impressive V40. If you're looking to boost your verbal skills, e-GMAT is the place to be.
In conclusion, e-GMAT's GMAT online course is a transformative experience for GMAT aspirants. The personalized support, diagnostic analytics, extensive question bank, and realistic mock exams are invaluable assets for anyone looking to boost their GMAT score. While the quant section could be slightly more in-depth, the shining star here is the verbal section, which helped me achieve an impressive V40. e-GMAT's exceptional offerings made my journey from a 680 to a 710 an achievable reality. I wholeheartedly recommend e-GMAT to anyone aiming for GMAT success. Thank you, e-GMAT, for helping me reach my GMAT goals!
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I had already given the GMAT once on Jul 11, 2023. I got only a 700. Although, I touched the 700 mark i felt my skills were lacking especially in Verbal. Many questions in the exam went over my head and I was not having a strong approach to solving RC and CR questions. As soon as my exam got done, I knew I have to retake it. I googled and came across e-gmat.
I chose e-gmat because 1) It had its own question bank which I desperately needed since I had pretty much exhausted the OG questions during my first prep and 2) it provided me with a week by week plan on how to tackle learning the concepts.
I immediately enrolled and within 1-2 days got a study plan from one of the assigned mentors. I started and found the Verbal modules very good for SC and CR. The meaning-based approach in SC was quite eye-opening and sub-consciously strengthened my concepts that I ended up getting 98th percentile in SC n my second official attempt. I also had a significant improvement in CR. The pre-thinking approach was very helpful in breaking down complex CR arguments. Earlier, I was always confused between two options, but pre-thinking hugely improved my accuracy. These are the areas I primarily needed improvement and the course material really strengthened my concepts.
Once I was good with the concepts, the in-module quizzes and the cementing quizzes really helped me to become test ready. I actually found the Hard cementing quizzes harder than some 700 level GMAT questions. Initially, this did appear daunting especially for Quant but when you start solving such high quality questions, you are really well prepped for any tough question the official GMAT throws at you.
Once the necessary prep was done, the Sigma-X mocks were very very helpful. The block wise analysis that the mock provides really helps you identify weak areas and helps you focus on getting higher scores. These exams are very very similar in level to the official exam. The official mocks are in fact little easier and can be misleading. I did find the sigma-X mocks from e-gmat to be quite accurate.
Lastly, the strategy experts who help with 1x1 guidance were very good. I worked with Akash, who was very supportive throughout and corrected me when I went offtrack.
Overall, e-gmat is highly comprehensive, helps one build their fundamentals, has great questions and mocks which can make you test ready and I highly recommend it for anyone at any level of preparedness who wants to take the GMAT.
Dear SrinivasPrabhu,
Congratulations on your score of 750 with a Q50 and a remarkable V41! With this, you have become a part of the top 2 percentile test takers!
I was so elated when I received the email below about your exam results. It just made my day!
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/SrinivasPrabhu-GMAT-Score-Email
You maintained your diligence and perseverance through all Verbal subsections, allowing you to reach your GMAT score in a very predictable manner. You were consistent with your usage of the Scholaranium. The image below shows your statistics across three subsections in Verbal in hard questions which show the consistency through which you got that V41 (93rd percentile).
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/SrinivasPrabhu-Verbal-Scholaranium-Statistics
You effectively used the Scholaranium analytics and improved your time management abilities with each mock, making your success on the GMAT exam predictable. It was only a matter of time before you could replicate the score in your GMAT exam. The image below shows your journey in the mocks to the exam –
Image Link – https://success.e-gmat.com/SrinivasPrabhu-Mock-Scores
I am sure that you will face every challenge thrown at you with the utmost determination and I wish you all the very best for your next steps!
Regards,
Akash
In my 1st attempt at GMAT, I scored a 710 (Q50 V34). For my 1st attempt, I had solved OG questions and taken official GMAT practice tests but I was inconsistent with my Verbal scores, probably because of lack of proper techniques for various question types and lack of knowledge of my weaknesses in specific Verbal question types.
So, after my 1st attempt, I evaluated various perp providers. e-GMAT stood out to me as they seem to have a very robust data-driven platform which can reveal a test-taker’s specific weaknesses in question types. When I spoke to an e-GMAT representative, he told me that I was eligible for Last Mile Push (LMP) Program for Personalized Preparation guidance by a mentor. The data-driven platform and LMP sealed the deal for me and I went ahead with e-GMAT.
Experience with e-GMAT platform:
Highlights from Verbal section:
• e-GMAT’s Master Comprehension section was extremely helpful. Although test-takers may be able to read English, they may not be good at reading English for GMAT. Learning how to read properly for the test can make a massive difference in Verbal.
• The course is laid out in a systematic manner which helped me build my Verbal abilities starting with fundamental building blocks and thinking frameworks of various question types and ending with full-fledged GMAT style questions.
• This gradual ramp up helped me digest various techniques and processes and enabled me to be more consistent with my Verbal scores.
• The platform accumulates high quality data in-depth data about accuracies in various sub-sections in Verbal. Specifically, I found out that I was consistently weak at Strengthen questions which was a big revelation to me. So, I worked on my understanding of Assumptions and Strengthen questions. This helped me be equally good with all Verbal sub-sections which is required for an overall better score.
• This deep-dive data is really useful for working test-takers like me who have limited time which they can devote to test prep.
Highlights from Quant section:
Since I was fairly confident with Quant section, I jumped straight into e-GMAT’s practice question bank. Again, the data from the platform pointed out niche areas in Quant which I brushed up. The key with Quant for me was to keep the ability at the same level while I improved in Verbal.
The PACE engine helped me to skip those parts of the course which I was already good at, save precious time and direct my efforts towards the sections which were most relevant to me.
The Quant process skills highlighted in the course were crucial to deal with the silly mistakes which I made sometimes in tricky questions.
In both Verbal and Quant, for each question, there is an active Q&A forum with discussions between the students and experts. These discussions helped save time whenever I had any doubts, which were almost always asked by previous students and resolved by mentors.
For my 2nd attempt at GMAT, almost 95% or more of the questions which I solved were from e-GMAT and I only took Sigma-X mocks. I believe that their question bank and mocks are of a high standard and more than sufficient for GMAT prep.
Experience with LMP and my e-GMAT mentor:
My e-GMAT mentor for the LMP program is Abha. She has been extremely helpful throughout my prep for the test. She (and other e-GMAT mentors from time to time) has been a source of crucial guidance, support and constant feedback for regular course correction during my prep. GMAT prep can be a very challenging journey with constant ups and downs. Having a mentor watching over the whole process, guiding you in the right direction, giving words of encouragement at the right time, helping you navigating the course in the most time efficient manner and just being there as someone to share your prep-related difficulties is of immeasurable value.
I scored 740 (Q50 V39) in my 2nd GMAT attempt. Based on my experience with e-GMAT, I would highly recommend it to my fellow test-takers.
Hi sdgmat23,
Congratulations on your outstanding 740!!
Abha this side from e-GMAT, it was a pleasure mentoring you on this journey.
From the very beginning, it was evident that you approached your GMAT preparations with a clear and well-thought-out plan. I've seen you put in the effort to understand the nuances of each question type, especially in the Verbal section, and it's been a pleasure to witness your progress. Here is an image where you have improved from 50% to 80% accuracy in hard questions in SC.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/sdgmat23-SC-accuracy-improved-to-80percent
I couldn't agree more with your assessment of the Master Comprehension section's value in GMAT preparation. You've rightly pointed out that while many test-takers can read English, reading effectively for the GMAT is an entirely different skill.
The fact that you recognized the need to improve in Verbal, focused on strengthening your understanding of Assumptions and Strengthen questions, and achieved a well-balanced Verbal score of V39 is nothing short of remarkable. Here is image where you can be seen diligently putting in the efforts to master the Assumptions concept.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/sdgmat23-diligence-effort-to-master-Assumptions
You leveraged the platform in the right manner - usage of the P.A.C.E. engine and the active Q&A forum, shows your willingness to go the extra mile to ensure you were well-prepared for the GMAT. Here is an image where you are performing exceptionally well across Quant sub-sections.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/sdgmat23-Quant-stats-predict-Q50
I want to congratulate you wholeheartedly on your success. As you take the next steps in your academic journey, I have no doubt that your diligence and determination will continue to serve you well.
All the best!
Regards
Abha Mohan
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Verified GMAT Classic score:
700 Q49 V35 (Online)
My GMAT journey has been a long one. I originally prepared with another test prep company and scored a 700 in November 2022. As my mock score were way higher I wanted to give another attempt, which was when I encountered e-gmat's Last Mile Push Program. I worked with my mentor Dhruv for 2-3 months and he has done an outstanding job in leaving no stones unturned. During this process, I finished all the course work again even though I already did the entire preparation part through another test prep company so that EGMAT's algorithm could find my strengths and my weaknesses. After completing the course work, my mentor Dhruv gave rigorous exercises almost every few other for the 2-3 months. I also did all the questions on scholaranium, which is a great resource by the way. The tests on scholaranium are a great way to build endurance required for the actual exam. Though I found a few questions to have ambiguous answers or the questions themselves to be confusing without additional info, they are, for the lost part, very well framed. My official mock score were in the 740-760 range whereas the EGMAT's mocks were around 710-720. Even though I couldn't replicate the exact performance in the actual attempt for reasons unknown at this point and scored 20 points lower than my previous official score, I would 100% recommend EGMAT's LMP program and my mentor Dhruv as well for any test takers looking to pursue EGMAT course.
Hi S2GmatPrep
Heartiest Congratulations to you on your 700 score!
Achieving a 90-point increase, going from 610 (54th Percentile) to 700 (87th Percentile), is truly a remarkable accomplishment.
Your meticulous completion of the entire course established a sturdy groundwork, which, in turn, enabled your outstanding improvement. This improvement is clear in the image below, which shows a steady improvement in your SC abilities and a gradual decline in the time you took to answer Hard SC questions.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/S2GmatPrep-SC-Improvement-reduced-time
The effort that you spent in mastering the process skills helped you perform exceptionally in the Scholaranium quizzes. This is also evident in the image below, which showcases your Scholaranium stats.
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/S2GmatPrep-Quantstats
Unfortunately, despite the stats showing how commendable your journey was, you couldn't replicate the same on the Test Day due to various Test Day Factors
Finally, on behalf of e-GMAT, I extend my heartfelt wishes for your upcoming journey. May it be filled with success and fulfilment.
Regards,
Dhruv
I really enjoyed the Verbal course through and through. It was well structured and detailed. With respect to the Quantitative Course, I personally used it only to refine my conceptual framework and it definitely helped clarify specific confusions that I had. Another thing to mention is the support. E-gmat mentors are easily available via mail to guide one through any stage they are stuck in. Moreover, the experts on the platform are also very reliable and try to answer any query posted by the student. We also hain access to previous queries which also encourages peer learning. All in all, I would vouch for their course material because it really helped me improve my score from my first mock 510 to my actual GMAT attempt 710.
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Very well structured, designed to make people good at giving GMAT period. It it to the point, and yet comprehensive to cover all aspects of the exam. The Quant section is the best in the busienss and Verbal covers all aspects of GMAT Verbal to enable one to score high in it. Trusting the TTP process is easy because of its high quality questions and course design thats tailor-made for test-day success. TTP covers everything, from methods needed to solve challenging questions to strategies needed outside of studying to achieve a high score. Best part is that the TTP course is designed to include lessons, practice, revision and test in a predefined topic-wise sequence, leaving the students with the task of only following the step by step plan offered.
Dear gmatprep777,
Congratulations on your impressive GMAT score of 730 and thank you for your kind words! It has been an absolute pleasure working with you throughout your GMAT preparation journey and witnessing your unwavering dedication to building your abilities.
You've hit the nail on the head when you said that the GMAT truly tests one's abilities. Recognizing this, you embarked on a structured and methodical approach to develop those skills effectively.
Your commitment to mastering verbal, starting with the strong foundation laid by the Master Comprehension course, has undoubtedly played a pivotal role in your success. I'm thrilled to see how the pre-thinking approach in Critical Reasoning has helped you excel in answer choice analysis, leading an improvement in hard accuracy, as evidenced in this image:
Image Link -https://success.e-gmat.com/gmatprep777-CR-Hard-Accuracy
Your diligence didn't stop there. You demonstrated remarkable dedication by leveraging the analytical tools within Scholaranium to pinpoint and address your weaknesses. This approach clearly paid off, resulting in improved accuracy in Economics and Business passages in Reading Comprehension, along with more efficient time management, as indicated in this image:
Image Link - https://success.e-gmat.com/gmatprep777-RC-Accuracy-and-Timing
Flexibility and the ability to monitor your progress are indeed essential components of a successful GMAT preparation journey, especially for individuals with demanding work schedules like yours. I'm delighted to hear that Scholaranium tools and SIGma-X mocks played a crucial role in helping you stay on the right track and ultimately achieve readiness for test day.
Your hard work and dedication throughout your preparation are truly commendable, and I have no doubt that the skills you've developed will continue to serve you well in your future endeavors.
I want to wish you all the very best as you move forward into the upcoming admission season. I have no doubt that your impressive GMAT score will open doors to exciting opportunities. If you ever require further assistance or guidance in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Best regards,
Rashmi Vaidya