Hi all,

I took the GMAT a while back, but I'm not at all happy with my score and was wondering if anyone can help me out when I retake it. When I first started studying, my scores were not good at all (think 570ish range). I did a Google search and saw people recommending Manhattan and after going through the guides, I was able to see a fair improvement in my score. After my first attempt, I went up to the 650+ level, but obviously, this isn't good enough for the MBA programs I'm aiming for (not necessarily just looking at M7s, but am hoping for at least something at the NYU, Yale, Michigan, Virginia, etc. level).

What is a good gmat score to apply for some of the top business schools? What are good programs that can help me study for the GMAT?

Hey guys,

Just wanted to throw out a quick introduction. I've learned a lot in the one week I've been on here. Taking my GMAT within the next month to see what my chances are of getting into a top 15 program...namely NYU. How do you feel about the doors that degree could open if I network and really get involved with clubs/school activities?

Thanks

For those who are applying to business school, with or without the anticipation of a joint-degree program, the question arises: should I take the GMAT or the GRE?

In all honesty, I think the answer is either, but it's not entirely black and white. First, not all business schools accept the GRE. You'll see below that indicates, at least of this writing, which do and which do not. I've also put links to the school websites for further explanation. Things change all the time.

MBA Programs that Take the GRE Too

As a rising junior looking for an IB internship next summer, do you think that it would be advantageous to take the GMAT beforehand simply to put it on my résumé? When do most undergrads take the test?

I have been planning on taking the GMAT before I go to NY for my SA stent this summer to just get a baseline score. I wasn't planning on doing any prep for it. However, I was unaware until recently that when you send your score, you automatically send every score you've ever earned.

I'm only looking for firsthand experience here, but I am assuming most people take the GMAT at least twice. I never prepped for the SAT or ACT and did very well on both.

Do B schools even care about anything but your highest score?

Even if they do see two or three scores, how terrible would it be to have something in the 600s as long as you improve on it on your subsequent attempts?

Thanks for any input.

Just completed my second year at a boutique focusing on Tech M&A and looking for guidance. I have great experience from deals, but worrying about advancement and considering B school. I went to UCLA and graduated with less than a 3.0 -- Even if I score well on the GMAT, is there any way I can get into a decent B school?

--and with that low of a GPA, you're prob. wondering how I am at a boutique --- Well, love it or hate it.....it definitely pays to have your parents know people...So if you could not focus on HOW I am working there, but instead on my low undergrad GPA will impact future B school possibilities, it would be very helpful

Hi everyone,

I have a question on how the top business schools (HBS, Stanford, Wharton, etc.) perceive the gmat score. Specifically, I got a 750 (98th percentile), but only a 78th percentile on the Quant.

I have a 3.95+ GPA, I went to a target school, and I have work experience at a well-regarded financial services / consulting firm. Further, I had a relatively quantitative major. Will the low math score seriously hamper my chances at one of the schools above?

Thanks!

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I'm just settling in to watch some golf and basketball so I thought I might make myself of some use and answer questions about the GRE and GMAT if anyone has any.

I got a 170/170/6 on the GRE earlier this year and 800 on GMAT last year.

I tutor from time to time so I know all too much about these exams.

I have a particular strategy that I use and if anyone wants advice I'll help.

All:

I am fresh out of undergrad right now, I received my Bachelors in Computer Engineering (from a regional T2 university) last May and landed a decent job. The job offers a decent tuition reimbursement program that I plan on taking full advantage of. This fall I will be starting to earn credits for an MS in Computer Science with an expected graduation of 2015.

My career goal is to eventually hold a position of IT management or project management. I plan on getting an MBA, and preparing for the GMATs immediately following the masters. My goal is to be accepted into MIT/Harvard ideally; but I know this weighs heavily on my UG GPA and gmat score. I was just curious as to what activities admission committees would like to see on an application?

My Softs:
3.4 GPA

Your gmat scores are probably in the same range, but I imagine people apply to both schools at the same time.

Do top PE firms or MBB consulting firms care about gmat scores when they're recruiting MBAs? If so, what overall score and quantitative score would be considered impressive and what would be seen as a liability?

Hello all,

I have been studying the GMAT for 9 months (including studying 3+ hours every single day for the last 3 months) and am truly "burnt out." I took two practice exams (GMAT Prep) 2 weeks before the real test and got a 700 and 710. On the real test I became so nervous I got a 640 (somehow my verbal went way down and that was where I was most confident). My question is - would it make sense to retake it right away (31 days later) and simply relax this month, lightly going over strategies much less intense than I was? With this method I will not "lose" my 9 months of studying and may not care as much leading to a more confident test day experience.

I should start out by stating that I'm not in banking. I work for a private company as a marketing manager.

I came across WSO while reading forums on the GMAT. I'm studying for the GMAT for a while now and am trying to put together an application for the Fall 2014 R1. I found the phantombanker's GMAT post helpful, although I must say that I'm quite jealous of that so many of you are posting 750s after only a couple months or less of studying - this puts me to shame, but nobody said life is fair:)

I've heard mixed opinions on this. If I take the GMAT during college, is it helpful in any way to put in on your undergraduate resume?

I am looking into consulting or finance(i-banking).

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Hello all.

I am looking for some advice on how to break into a HF.

Background:
- I'm a 'junior/penultimate year' undergrad at a top 3 UK university studying stats/finance/maths.
- Grades: 2:1 ora first in everything with a couple of 2:2s due to a randomly poor exam day!
- In my course we do a stats module which covers R (in my final year). That's the only 'programming' we do.
- I have gained some IBD and tech startup experience at no-name firms but would prefer something markets based after graduating.
- I don't trade my own account but am reading up a lot to narrow down what strategy/type of trading I prefer and will start on a demo account within the next few months.

Questions:

I am in my last semester in college and am on my way to work full-time as an analyst at a BB. Many of my IB peers are taking the GMAT within the next few months. Would this be beneficial for me to do? Or is work experience helpful when taking the test?

Any information is greatly appreciated.

Been trying to get a summer job, feels like next to impossible to land a banking "summer" job. I am coming from a non target school, i have won awards for writing creative essays which translated into my cover letter but I only got 1 interview.

I am also from Canada. I feel like I should just do grad school and go into a Mfin program and try my luck there.

Question on what type if math is on GMAT. Ran the mill of math in school, up to linear algebra and stats/prob basics. What type should a person focus on to study for test?

I scored in the low 160s for both the quant and verbal section of the GRE. My quant score needs improvement.

I have a low GPA and plan on applying for a MSF program. I suspect a high gmat score would be better than a high GRE to offset my GPA (this would allow the school to boast about high GMAT #'s if they're #'s whores).

Would it be wiser to study for the GMAT given my situation? How much time should I allocate to additional prep? 1 month? 2 months?

anybody has any experience with Manhattan GMAT 9 Courses?
If so, when did you take it and what strategy guide did you review?
Thanks

I am in the beginning stages of GMAT prep and found it interesting that b/w two candidates at opposite ends of the spectrum as far as the spread b/w their quant and verbal scores, the candidate with a mediocre quant score and a strong verbal score will score much higher than someone with a strong quant and mediocre verbal.

I’ve read on message boards (beatthegmat, etc.) that candidates are often told to re-take the exam if their quant scores are too low (even with an overall score well above 700) if they are trying to get into Harvard, Chicago, etc.

I’ve also read that you generally are on solid footing if you score in the 80+ percentile on both of them.

Many of the gmat prep books I've looked at say that it is typical for gmat scores to increase between 50 and 150 points before and after studying. I wanted to hear some anecdotes specifically about improvement for you guys. i.e. Don't reply about how you barely had to study at all to get the high score you wanted.

I have not taken the GMAT yet, but I considered myself around 1/2 of the way through studying. In my CAT pre-tests I was scoring around 640 - 660. I feel like I am not improving much, but we'll see once I've finished my studying and really honed in on the areas giving me trouble.

What about you all - in terms of points, how did you see your scores change before and after all your studying? 0 points? 50? 150?

I am looking to take the GMAT next spring and am wondering what you recommend doing to prepare. There are a multitude of different guides and publishing companies out there - Is there one in particular that you would recommend? Aside from the study guides, what is the best way to prepare?

Appreciate the advice. Thanks so much for your help.

Hi,
I took the GMAT yesterday and ended up with a 720. However, I only scored 46 on the quantitative section. My main goal is to get into LSE, preferably the Msc Finance and Economics. I am wondering whether I should retake the GMAT to get a better quantitative score?

I really only had one week of preparation for the test, so I am sure I could get a better quant score the next time. However, if my previous score could get me accepted I'd rather not spend the time and money on a new test. My undergraduate degree has a significant portion of mathematical subjects, which should show that my quantitative skills are better than the gmat score suggests.

Any thoughts are greatly appreciated!

Any advice to get my quant to a 45+, I'm thinking about going through Manhattan GMAT again, I did Knewton (subscription expired), I am doing Magoosh. Is there anything else, I have Sackmann's book, but it is painful to get through.