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Disability accommodation - extra time granted

I have been approved for an accommodation that gives me double time on each piece of the GMAT puzzle. However it is both a blessing and a curse as I have two hours to get through the AWA before seeing a single "score" question. From then I have 150 mins each on Q and V. Although most peopl...

by obiter dictum

Tue Nov 23, 2010 10:14 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Disability accommodation - extra time granted
Replies: 1
Views: 2594

To do or not to do? Paper vs CAT

Is there a consensus here for which format offers the greatest opportunity for a higher score?

I have heard that by using the paper method you could improve your score 20-40 points. Can this be true?

Anyone have any experience?

by obiter dictum

Wed Oct 13, 2010 7:08 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: To do or not to do? Paper vs CAT
Replies: 2
Views: 1018

I need some advice on choosing my recommenders. my background is as follows 05 - 06 I.B (bulge bracket) 10 mth internship 06 - 08 P.E (top 3 managers) 2 yr Analyst made redundant due to massive drop in fund val 08-10 Founded and sold a business Currently doing strategy charity work in Africa for USA...

by obiter dictum

Fri Jun 25, 2010 1:53 pm
Forum: The Application Process
Topic: Letter of Recommendation Concerns!!
Replies: 7
Views: 4239

2011 applications

I'm new to this forum and hoping to get some advice on schools and whether I have a shot at the big-guns!! Edu background Undergrad: Combined programme Business and Law (Ireland) 2.1 (GPA 3.6 equiv) Postgrad: Msc in Finance (Real Estate Investment) (UK) 2.1 (GPA 3.6 equiv) Work history directly afte...

by obiter dictum

Sat May 22, 2010 12:59 pm
Forum: Admissions Success Stories
Topic: 2011 applications
Replies: 1
Views: 3365