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Verbal score imrovement strategy

Hi all, Brief background - started preparing for GMAT in May 2008, took the test in sep and got 650 (49q, 30v), reworked on verbal and took the test again in Dec, only to get a 640 (49q, 28v). (I am from India, so a high score is a must for me). Your recommendations have helped me a lot in the past,...

by surajsagi

Wed Jan 21, 2009 3:17 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Verbal score imrovement strategy
Replies: 1
Views: 1333

Help on verbal improvement -

Hi all, Brief background - started preparing for GMAT in May 2008, took the test in sep and got 650 (49q, 30v), reworked on verbal and took the test again in Dec, only to get 640 (49q, 28v). (I am from India, so a high score is a must for me) While preparing the second time, i did realize that i nee...

by surajsagi

Mon Jan 05, 2009 2:13 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Help on verbal improvement -
Replies: 1
Views: 1338

What to do second time around ?

Hi All, I gave my GMAT few weeks back and got a 650 (49, 30v), since i am not satisfied with the score i plan to retake the exam in first week of Dec. What went wrong for me - Weak in verbal (i used to get 32-36 during my practise sessions) - Mismanaged my time (Happened with me for the first time)....

by surajsagi

Mon Oct 06, 2008 10:55 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: What to do second time around ?
Replies: 3
Views: 1923

What to do second time around ?

Hi All, I gave my GMAT few weeks back and got a 650 (49, 30v), since i am not satisfied with the score i plan to retake the exam in first week of Dec. What went wrong for me - Weak in verbal (i used to get 32-36 during my practise sessions) - Mismanaged my time (Happened with me for the first time)....

by surajsagi

Mon Oct 06, 2008 10:54 pm
Forum: Ask a Manhattan Prep representative
Topic: What to do second time around ?
Replies: 3
Views: 2502

European Colleges

Hi All, Most of the ranking which have come out in the last one year have few european colleges in common (I am keeping LBS and INSEAD out of scope here, for obvious reasons........hehehe) - IE - IESE - Esade - HEC - Cambridge - Oxford Now, all these colleges offer 12 to 18 month courses....so there...

by surajsagi

Sun Sep 07, 2008 12:27 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: European Colleges
Replies: 1
Views: 1898

Shortlisting of colleges

Hi, I am in process of shortlisting colleges, however I am facing significant amount of problem in deciding the parameters to shortlist (Lets assume i have a good score and a good chance of making it to all the colleges, open to both 1 and 2 yr courses) Background - Like everyone esle in this world,...

by surajsagi

Sun Sep 07, 2008 12:06 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Shortlisting of colleges
Replies: 1
Views: 1641

Hi thanks a lot for the tips

I have a MGMAT SC with me. And a soft copy of CR Bible (But i am not sure if its the same book)

Can you me, from where i can download/access these files

Thanks a ton
SM

by surajsagi

Thu Sep 04, 2008 9:28 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Need a strategy to tackle verbal (AGAIN) - 650 (49,30)
Replies: 2
Views: 1355

Hi, can you tell me, which institute are you talking about ?

by surajsagi

Thu Sep 04, 2008 3:36 am
Forum: I just Beat The GMAT!
Topic: 570 to 700 in 30 days with Manhattan GMAT
Replies: 6
Views: 17626

Need a strategy to tackle verbal (AGAIN) - 650 (49,30)

Hi All, I took my GMAT 2 days back and got miserable 650 (49q, 30v) and there is no way i can make it to top bschool with this score. Therefore, i am left with no option but to retake the exam. During my past preparation - I did OG 10, 11 (twice), SC MGMAT (thrice), Spidey n other notes, flash cards...

by surajsagi

Thu Sep 04, 2008 3:34 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Need a strategy to tackle verbal (AGAIN) - 650 (49,30)
Replies: 2
Views: 1355

Dude, What you have done and achieved is comendable. I gave my exam few days back and got 650 (49q, 30v)....not sure if u have read my entry already Anyhow, your blog is an inspiration to me and a proof that hard work does pay off....it has re ignighted fire inside me to push for round 2 with GMAT. ...

by surajsagi

Wed Sep 03, 2008 10:09 am
Forum: I just Beat The GMAT!
Topic: 710 (92%) - Q50-94% & V37-81% I got my life back!!!
Replies: 11
Views: 5217

Round 1 - GMAT (1) - ME (0) - 650 (49q, 30v)

Hi All, Gave my GMAT 2 days back and got a 650 :-( (49q, 30v) Funny part about my breakup, during my preparation i had never scored more than 47 in quant and less than 31 in verbal....so i achieved my max and min the same test....such is life Profile Not a typical indian profile - I am Bcom with alr...

by surajsagi

Wed Sep 03, 2008 10:02 am
Forum: I just Beat The GMAT!
Topic: Round 1 - GMAT (1) - ME (0) - 650 (49q, 30v)
Replies: 1
Views: 3115

Test score update

My GMAT is due on 2nd Sep Gave 2 tests in past 1 week - GMATPrep (2nd time) - 680 (46q, 38v) - MGMAT 4 - 680 (46q, 36v) (My past score have been between 650 to 660) Feel confident about crossing the 700 barrier Wish me luck and any tips on how to approach my last 4 days would be really helpful Thank...

by surajsagi

Thu Aug 28, 2008 11:56 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Test score update
Replies: 1
Views: 1928

Hi Stacey,

I have posted the query in the RC section

Look forward to your reply

Thanks,
SM

by surajsagi

Tue Aug 05, 2008 8:13 pm
Forum: Ask a Manhattan Prep representative
Topic: Query on MGMAT RC
Replies: 2
Views: 2314

Query on MGMAT RC approach

Hi, I am currently using the MGMAT RC book and i am finding it very helpful. I have two quick approach realted clarifications - In the book it is suggested that one should read the question before before starting the passage. My question is - should i read only the question or the 5 given options as...

by surajsagi

Mon Aug 04, 2008 11:52 pm
Forum: Reading Comprehension
Topic: Query on MGMAT RC approach
Replies: 0
Views: 2335