Cheers to everyone on this forum!
I am very impressed with all the stories and excellent tips/strategies that all the members give to each other. Hopefully I can be a part of this as well.
Quick Background Info: I finished my Bachelor in Business this past May and I'm currently working full-time in an Information Technology and Web Development field.
My plan is to enroll/start my MBA in Spring 2013 (originally had Fall 2012 but figured I was not ready to submit my best work).
There are several schools on my radar and the requirements are attainable. But, the margin for error is pretty fair.
University Choice 1: GMAT of 450 (the cost, location, and curriculum are most suitable for me -- but the school isn't all that competitive).
University Choice 2: GMAT of 550 (good location (which is my main concern), best curriculum for me, somewhat pricey, and competitive) - Someone from the AdCom told me that in the past 3 years no one with a sub 580 was admitted...regardless of GPA).
University Choice 3: GMAT of 500 (Most inconvenient location of the 3, curriculum/career focus classes don't appeal that well to me, cost is about the same as Choice 1).
I have a hunch that I can get into Choice 1, but after scoring an estimated 480 on a practice test I feel that I should begin to sweat because nothing is guaranteed.
What I am contemplating is this:
Option 1:
Take the GMAT early-mid December and get possibly get a score just like my practice and apply to Choice 1 by Jan 1st in hopes I get in.
Giving me 1 month to study hard and getting my application in very early (which will boost my chance).
Option 2:
Hold off and take the GMAT in early-mid January then apply to all 3 schools by Feb 1st the latest. Giving me more time to load up and study to perhaps get me near a 550-580 GMAT.
However, I feel very uneasy waiting another month since my resume is not stunning and my GPA is something for me to explain to the AdCom.
Pretty much what I am trying to say is that since my Job history is not long (less than 1yr Post-Bachelor Degree) and my GPA is not hot, I can get a fair GMAT and submit very early and stand a better chance than waiting another month or two.
My plan is to study hard. Going at about 20-25 hours a week (5-6hrs per day on weekends) and about 2 on weekday nights. I did all Data Sufficiency Lessons that were posted on youtube and I saw a HUGE/DRASTIC change in my approach and gained an average of 5-6 (yes, 5-6!) more correct per 10 questions. So if I go gun-ho into my studies I am certain I can improve.
Thank you for the patience and consideration towards my post. Thoughts and help is warmly appreciated!
- Joe B.
I am very impressed with all the stories and excellent tips/strategies that all the members give to each other. Hopefully I can be a part of this as well.
Quick Background Info: I finished my Bachelor in Business this past May and I'm currently working full-time in an Information Technology and Web Development field.
My plan is to enroll/start my MBA in Spring 2013 (originally had Fall 2012 but figured I was not ready to submit my best work).
There are several schools on my radar and the requirements are attainable. But, the margin for error is pretty fair.
University Choice 1: GMAT of 450 (the cost, location, and curriculum are most suitable for me -- but the school isn't all that competitive).
University Choice 2: GMAT of 550 (good location (which is my main concern), best curriculum for me, somewhat pricey, and competitive) - Someone from the AdCom told me that in the past 3 years no one with a sub 580 was admitted...regardless of GPA).
University Choice 3: GMAT of 500 (Most inconvenient location of the 3, curriculum/career focus classes don't appeal that well to me, cost is about the same as Choice 1).
I have a hunch that I can get into Choice 1, but after scoring an estimated 480 on a practice test I feel that I should begin to sweat because nothing is guaranteed.
What I am contemplating is this:
Option 1:
Take the GMAT early-mid December and get possibly get a score just like my practice and apply to Choice 1 by Jan 1st in hopes I get in.
Giving me 1 month to study hard and getting my application in very early (which will boost my chance).
Option 2:
Hold off and take the GMAT in early-mid January then apply to all 3 schools by Feb 1st the latest. Giving me more time to load up and study to perhaps get me near a 550-580 GMAT.
However, I feel very uneasy waiting another month since my resume is not stunning and my GPA is something for me to explain to the AdCom.
Pretty much what I am trying to say is that since my Job history is not long (less than 1yr Post-Bachelor Degree) and my GPA is not hot, I can get a fair GMAT and submit very early and stand a better chance than waiting another month or two.
My plan is to study hard. Going at about 20-25 hours a week (5-6hrs per day on weekends) and about 2 on weekday nights. I did all Data Sufficiency Lessons that were posted on youtube and I saw a HUGE/DRASTIC change in my approach and gained an average of 5-6 (yes, 5-6!) more correct per 10 questions. So if I go gun-ho into my studies I am certain I can improve.
Thank you for the patience and consideration towards my post. Thoughts and help is warmly appreciated!
- Joe B.
) Plus, from what you have written, it doesn't seem like the disadvantage would be all that great to applying a bit later.
