GMAT Prep Start Off

[Tushar14]

Hi Experts,
I have already started reading the blogs from experts and seniors.I find the content really helpful and motivating.Just a quick question I am planning to go for self study option.Could you guys suggest me some books to start off , may be separate ones for Quant & Verbal if required. Or if suggested any online study material should I go for.

Regards,
Tushar

[Tushar14]

Secondly , I have already enrolled for 60 day study guide but every email I see below heading
Practice:
In the Official Guide for GMAT Review, 13th Edition, answer the following Word Problems:

Where do I get or see the Official Guide ? I am newbie to this part of world but really want to go for it.

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Hi Tushar14,

The 13th Edition GMAC Official Guide is a great book of questions that once appeared on the Official GMAT. You can purchase it from Amazon.com.

If you can answer a few questions, then I'd be happy to offer some study advice:

1) When do you plan to take the GMAT?
2) What is your score goal?
3) Have you taken any full-length practice CAT tests yet? If so, then what were your Scaled Scores for the Quant and Verbal sections?

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

[Tushar14]

Thanks Rich,
1) When do you plan to take the GMAT?
I want to get into some MBA program after Dec-2014 as I have some commitments till that time.Hopefully by July/August 2014.
2) What is your score goal?
At-least it has to be 700+ if I am aiming to get into top 20-30 B-schools. Am I rite ?
3) Have you taken any full-length practice CAT tests yet? If so, then what were your Scaled Scores for the Quant and Verbal sections? Not-Yet

It would be great if you advice me on how to start up.

Thanks again for your time and support.

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Hi Tushar14,

You've given yourself plenty of time to study, so you've put yourself in a good position to succeed. While most of the Top-20 US Business Schools have an AVERAGE GMAT score of 700+, that's just an average, NOT a requirement. Obviously, the higher your GMAT score, the better your "chances"; a high GMAT score might also help you qualify for a scholarship. Keep in mind that a strong overall application is what it takes to get into B-School and your GMAT score is just one of the parts of the application.

While it sounds like you're still in the "information gathering" phase of your plan, you should plan on taking a full-length practice CAT sometime soon (you can download 2 for FREE from www.mba.com). Your scores from that CAT will establish your "baseline" score and give you a sense of your strengths and weaknesses.

Many Test Takers find it helpful to enroll in a GMAT Course of some type. Most GMAT companies offer some sort of free materials or trial versions of their programs, so that you can get a sense of what they're offering. I suggest that you take advantage of all the options and choose the one that best matches your personality and budget.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

[Tushar14]

Is there a pdf or download version for GMAT official guide 13th edition.I have one but couple of pages are missing text.