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Strengths:
Target Test Prep boasts several strengths that significantly contribute to its effectiveness in GMAT preparation. Firstly, the program's exceptional customizability sets it apart, tailoring study plans to individual weaknesses for a more efficient and focused learning experience. The high-quality practice questions closely mimic the challenges encountered in the GMAT Focus exam, ensuring a realistic and comprehensive preparation. The platform's user-friendly interface, detailed explanations, and continuous support from the Target Test Prep team enhance the overall experience, creating a positive and engaging environment. Rapid score improvement is a notable outcome, as demonstrated by the reviewer's GMAT Focus score escalating from 535 to 605 in just five weeks. Overall, Target Test Prep stands out for its precision, realism, and effectiveness in GMAT preparation.
Would make the product better:
While Target Test Prep stands out as a comprehensive GMAT preparation tool, one area for improvement could be the volume of practice questions within the Data Insights and Verbal practice sections. Expanding the question bank in these specific areas would provide users with a more extensive array of challenges, ensuring a deeper and more varied understanding of the content. This enhancement would cater to the diverse learning needs of users, offering a more thorough preparation for the unique demands of the GMAT exam. Overall, addressing this specific aspect could further elevate the already impressive effectiveness of Target Test Prep in guiding users towards success in their GMAT endeavors.
My experience with Target Test Prep was nothing short of exceptional, and what truly sets it apart is the unparalleled customizability that caters to individual learning needs. The program's standout feature lies in its high-quality practice questions, accurately representing the challenges encountered in the GMAT Focus exam.
Target Test Prep's tailored approach ensured that my study plan focused precisely on the areas requiring improvement, eliminating unnecessary time spent on already mastered concepts. The adaptive nature of the course, coupled with a plethora of realistic practice questions, created a dynamic and challenging learning environment. In just five weeks, I witnessed a significant improvement in my GMAT Focus score, climbing from 535 to an impressive 605.
The user-friendly interface, detailed explanations, and continuous support from the Target Test Prep team enhanced my overall experience. I highly recommend Target Test Prep to anyone seeking a GMAT preparation program that not only understands individual learning needs but also delivers rapid score improvement through accurate representation of GMAT Focus exam challenges. My success story is a testament to the program's effectiveness in providing targeted, efficient, and engaging preparation.
Strengths:
flexible, fits to yoru own pace and schedule, the ability to come back to a chapter to do review.
great service, i mean i prepped for one month and got 705. can't complain. i mean I'm a lawyer by trade and I haven't touched math since freshman year. TargetTest Prep was able to get me ready for the quant section, and I actually outscored my verbal section. While I didn't prep much for the verbal section given my law school and bar exam background, but the explanation was good, and I was able to speed through the verbal course.
The training on the new DI section was definitely on point as well. I wouldn't have it another way, I recommend their flexible study plan for anyone that is preparing for GMAT part-time, or is in a time crunch like me.
Strengths:
The course is extremely structured and is perhaps one of the most comprehensive course you can find for your prep. The product was so good (especially the quant section) that I did not have to focus on anything except TTP.
Would make the product better:
Perhaps the verbal can have some more questions to practise. The pool is limited in terms of the number of questions. Additionally, the level of questions are quite advanced specially CR than what one would typically find in the exam.
I initially joined TTP with some hesitation, opting for their 5-day trial. However, after just two days of using their resources, I decided to commit to the Flexi plan. Over the next three months, TTP played a pivotal role in significantly enhancing my Quant and Verbal skills, elevating my scores from Q44, V29 to Q49-50, V34-36 respectively.
The course's well-organized structure made it easy to follow, and the instructors were approachable and provided clear responses within three hours. The tight-knit TTP community offered invaluable support, addressing all my doubts with clarity. I wholeheartedly recommend TTP to anyone starting their GMAT journey. It not only helped me progress from a 580 to a 700 level but also became instrumental in my success on the exam. Without TTP, I'm unsure how I would have managed to crack the GMAT.
Strengths:
The program is definitely tailored to the material covered on the GMAT. They teach you a lot of methods that work for GMAT questions. I've used other test prep resources like Manhattan Prep, and the lessons in those books felt aimless in comparison.
Would make the product better:
Some of the material and questions can feel grindy. You definitely don't need to complete all of the practice questions to get a great score on GMAT exam. Once you grasp the high level concepts, it's all about executing on test day.
I came into the program with already a solid GMAT score but I was hoping to use the program to get a truly exceptional score. I knew completing the last mile would require a considerable amount of effort since it's a lot easier to go from 600-720 than 720-760. The TTP program reinforced my fundamentals in basic math and grammar, as well as teaching me useful methods to break down more advanced questions. I feel like after going through the program, there's no limit on how high I can score on the GMAT exam. I've gotten perfect scores on each section for my mock exams. It's just about bringing everything together and executing on test day.
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Strengths:
Design, question bank, strategies to tackle questions and exam day
Would make the product better:
I would potentially add a mode for online exam takers that would mimic the conditions of having a supervisor that might distract you in the middle of a section
I used TTP for 1.5 months before the exam, and I could not be happier with the platform. First, the design of the website is convenient and full of useful features. Second, the depth of the bank of questions impressed me, with TTP providing wide arrays of problems across difficulty and subjects. Third, I found the lessons across sections very insightful. During my studies, I have significantly shortened the average amount of time per problem. Finally, the exam day strategies have also proved very effective. Specifically, I found time management tips helpful for my preparation
Highly recommended for anyone looking to take GMAT Focus Edition
Strengths:
Comprehensive coverage of content.
Simplifies complex topics into easy to understand concepts which can be applied to easy, medium, and hard questions.
Study plan is organized and very easy to follow.
Consistent content reviews and quizzes help to measure progress.
Would make the product better:
Nothing
Target test prep is the only GMAT prep course you need. It is an outstanding course that anyone who wants to achieve a high mark on the GMAT should use. The course is comprehensive and it covers all topics tested in the GMAT. On top of this, it provides you with the tools, mindset, and strategy needed to succeed on every type of question on the GMAT. The study plan makes the course very easy to follow along and there a plethora of questions ranging in difficulty that will prepare you to achieve the highest score possible on the GMAT.
Strengths:
- Goes into incredible detail on every sub-section of the test
- Good amount of practice questions for each specific topic and at varying difficulties
- Organized so you are easily able to identify where you need to improve
Would make the product better:
Maybe more practice problems - I found that I was doing the custom practice questions but they were repeats from the end of section tests in the study plan. Maybe I was using it incorrectly though - good supplemental material in my experience was the free official GMAT questions that come with the free practice tests #1 and #2. Can also purchase for ~$30 additional practice problems (#1 and #2).
Overall I thought TTP was an awesome resource to help get me over the hump in achieving my target GMAT score. With its immense detail into every topic, I was able to identify WHERE I was lacking in knowledge/skill, and was able to drill these areas until I felt more comfortable.
In my experience, I had to skip around as I only had a few weeks until my test date when I started using TTP, but it still worked for me but I had to put in long hours each day. If you are more patient/take more time (ex: a few months) and go through the study plan in full, you will definitely get even more out of the course and achieve your desired score.
Strengths:
The level of comprehensiveness for the lessons for both the quant, verbal, and DI sections and the number of available practice questions are just amazing. The lessons are designed that allow maximum flexibility for each candidate and focus on what we need to learn and improve on. The 5000+ question bank provides limitless practice for individuals who are keen to improve their score
I started using TTP after self-studying for 1 month, after only scoring 615 on the first mock exam, I realized that I needed some sort of tutoring/lesson to help me get to my destination. I learned about TTP through a YouTuber who has used it before, and I initially trialed it for 5 days. Since signing up, I could stop myself from staying on the platform all day with the comprehensive lessons and limitless number of practice questions. After 5 weeks of immersing myself in TTP for a total of 175 hours, I received 715 on my first attempt at the GMAT Focus Edition (100% Quant, 79% Verbal, 98% DI). I am truly grateful for this platform and the awesome work done by Scott and his team, and I would recommend TTP to anyone who is looking to take the GMAT exam
Strengths:
The course is user-friendly, allowing the students to easily understand the whole process and how to follow through with it. TTP provides deep insights and recommendations on how to tackle every detail of the GMAT questions. It gave me the structure/foundations to prepare myself for the GMAT exam. I achieved a 710 grade, but I truly felt TTP prepared me to do better than that and that I could have surpassed that grade had I taken the exam again.
I cannot think of any improvements to this course. It maximizes the efficiency of your time spent studying.
Would make the product better:
Nothing
The course is user-friendly, allowing the students to easily understand the whole process and how to follow through with it. TTP provides deep insights and recommendations on how to tackle every detail of the GMAT questions. It gave me the structure/foundations to prepare myself for the GMAT exam. I achieved a 710 grade, but I truly felt TTP prepared me to do better than that and that I could have surpassed that grade had I taken the exam again.
I cannot think of any improvements to this course. It maximizes the efficiency of your time spent studying and I think it is worth the money.
Joined: Mar 31, 2023
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Verified GMAT Classic score:
770 Q51 V44 (Online)
So as the title suggests, yesterday I scored a 770 overall (51 Quant and 44 Verbal) after prepping for 120 hours. I started prepping last October (pretty late for B School applications) and went on reddit to see what resources successful people had used. I saw several posts of scores in the 760-790 range from people using Target Test Prep, and thought “good enough for me”.
I started and quickly learned an essential truth: knowing the material isn’t enough. Everyone on this site is smart enough that, given 10 minutes per question, you could probably solve the problem. You have 2 minutes instead, 30 questions in a row. You need to have strategies for each of these questions. You need to drill these questions and your weak areas consistently. I’m convinced that I wouldn’t have scored anywhere nearly as well with a live course or a book, because where TTP really worked best was the strategy guides for specific problems and the additional bells and whistles to ingrain the strategy into your head.
When you first start, the site will auto generate a calendar with “To Dos” based off your preferences. I didn’t always follow this calendar, but it was really helpful to have a baseline of “this is where I should be at right now” or “I need this many tasks done today (even if they’re not the recommended tasks)”. After most individual lessons (about a page) there is a mini 3-8 question comprehension quiz to test how well you really get what you’re reading as well as a couple sample questions. The best part about these questions is right away you get the answer and detailed explanations for each choice. I don’t have to flip to the back of the book every single time like I did with my ACT study guide, and I don’t have to listen to a lecturer waste my time explaining why a certain choice was wrong when it was obvious to me. 120 hours of active study time is a lot, and staying engaged during that time is important. There’s no question I was maximizing the amount of learning I was doing in my limited time.
The custom test generator was one of the best features for me. You can make custom exams of any length, with any combination of chapter material in difficulty. If I wanted to drill hard Geometry questions and easy + medium Parallelism questions, I could do that. There is a LOT more, but those were the features I found myself appreciating the most. Features like error trackers and flash cards I probably would have used more but honestly I got a score I was happy with a lot sooner than I was expecting.
3 days ago I took my only practice exam and scored a 770 (50 Quant, 45 Verbal), took a last minute tutoring session on Quantitative through TTP, and scored a 770 on the official exam yesterday. The tutoring session was particularly helpful because the practice tests don’t give an answer breakdown like TTP does, and my tutor quickly got me up to speed on the questions I missed. He also had similar questions on deck to solidify my understanding of those types of problems.
I can’t imagine doing another course, book, class, etc. and achieving better results, especially in that amount of time. I highly recommend Target Test Prep, and you can try it out for $1 to see if that format is right for you.
I was not paid to write this, I’m just very satisfied with my experience and results and was encouraged to post about my experience here.