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8 Weeks GMAT Study Plan
This is an 8 weeks GMAT study plan which will prove to be the best if you are someone on the lookout for a short-term study plan. We also have a separate study plan for the test-takers who are working professionals and cannot give in much time.
GMAT Prep Checklist
Before commencing the preparation process of 8 weeks, it is recommended that all the test takers must keep the following this handy:
- GMAT Handbook: This includes the prerequisite information like checking the GMAT eligibilities for registration, how to prepare, what to expect on test day. This will gear up the prep game.
- Full-length practice tests: Make sure you’ve plenty of GMAT sample practice tests as it is the only way to hone your skills.
- Practice Questions: Selective sections require practice questions to be solved, this is vital after learning any and every new sections
- GMAT preparation books: IT is mandatory to get hold of GMAT prep books which contains strategies, practice questions, tips and tricks, and lastly written by scholarly ones. Kaplan, Manhattan are great examples when it comes to GMAT prep books.
- Online calendar: It is crucial to maintain time as GMAT is a time-bound exam and test-takers need to pay heed to the time taken for each section
GMAT 8 Weeks Study Plan
Three very crucial steps should be incorporated by every test-taker before commencing with their GMAT preparation.
STEP 1: Take a Preliminary full-length practice test
This is an important step as this will determine the knowledge level that a candidate possesses during the beginning of the preparation. The verbal, quant, reasoning and analytical writing section scores are to be determined from this preliminary test. The test scores convey information about the types of questions the candidate did well on and also the ones that were difficult to answer.
The next benefit of solving a practice test is, the candidate becomes familiar with the GMAT exam pattern. Once you perceive the whole exam format, an idea will be created in your head as to how the exam will feel like.
The next benefit is you being able to rectify the mistakes by reviewing the test. Once you’re done with the test, the explanatory videos will be very helpful.
Note: The preliminary practice test should be tried to take in a condition similar to that of GMAT. Devote 4 hours of your day to give the exam, and if you plan to skip the essay then 3.5 hours.
STEP 2: Devoting time to create a study schedule
Though it may seem that 2 months is a prolonged time but procrastination is not an option. Studying 5 days a week for 1 and half hours have proven to be beneficial. The study schedule will prove helpful if you are aiming at improving a particular weak section like verbal or quant. To improve that particular section, arrange for flashcards or phone app.
STEP 3: Design a Study Plan
The main factor that has to be kept in mind while making a study plan is – always learn and practice. Following up what you just learnt is the only way to ace the GMAT exam.
What to study? Focus on your preliminary test, notice the portions that you scored less in. start with those sections.
Now let us get hold of a table:
| Diagnostic Score | 610 |
| Target Score | 720 |
| Week 1 | Practice Test + Review (6.5 Hours), Class 2 days x 3 hours (6 hours), Study 2 days x 1.5 hours/day (3 Hours) |
| Week 2 | Class 2 days x 3 hours (6 hours), Study 3 days x 1.5 hours/day (4.5 Hours) |
| Week 3 | Class 2 days x 3 hours (6 hours), Study 3 days x 1.5 hours/day (4.5 Hours) |
| Week 4 | Class 2 days x 3 hours (6 hours), Study 3 days x 1.5 hours/day (4.5 Hours) |
| Week 5 | Practice Test + Review (6.5 Hours), (Very busy at work!) |
| Week 6 | Practice Test + Review (6.5 Hours), Study 4 days x 1.5 hours/day (6 Hours) |
| Week 7 | Practice Test + Review (6.5 Hours), Study 4 days x 1.5 hours/day (6 Hours) |
| Week 8 | Practice Test + Review (6.5 Hours), Study 4 days x 1.5 hours/day (6 Hours) |
During the last week practice, the sections that are your strengths as this will boost your confidence before the exam. Make sure you’re able to solve every kind of questions.
8 Weeks Study Plan for Working Professionals
| Day 1 | Preliminary Test as already mentioned |
| Days 2 – 15 | These days should be devoted only for the stronger sections – verbal/quant. |
| Study the types of questions, both easy and difficult. Take help from explanations in videos or online classes | |
| Practice from the official guides | |
| Days 16 – 40 | Devote time for the weaker section. |
| If you’re weak in the verbal section then start with practising CR, then move to SC and lastly RC. | |
| If you’re finding difficulty in RC then you can do it before. | |
| CR should always be kept at first as it takes comparatively more time and the knowledge can also be applied in RC | |
| Days 41 – 45 | These 5 days should be focused only on practising and learning from the mistakes. Mixed practice should be done at this time. After completing any set of questions, move to the explanation section |
| Day 46 – Take a test | This day take a full-length GMAT test in a proper test-like condition and also when you’re fresh – then only the score will be counted. |
| Take the test from the GMAT official section | |
| Days 47 – 50 | Recognise and rectify the process of reaching the answer by studying the last mock test. It happens that the answer is accurate but the method is wrong, if that happens, consider it wrong. |
| Also, keep an eye on the sections you faltered the most | |
| Devote these 4 days on rectifying the mistakes | |
| Days 51 – 58 | Perform the same method of taking the mock tests on day 51, 55 and 57 and reviewing the results on the day in between |
| This time there should also be a focus on IR and AWA | |
| Day 59 | This is a rest day. Do not practice anything or look up the explanations for anything. Panic can cause great problems |
| Day 60 | DAY FOR GMAT |
GMAT 2024 : 27 Answered QuestionsView All
Ans. Generally speaking anything above 750 is a good score for admission to IBS Hyderabad. But even a high GMAT score does not guarantee admission to IBS Hyderabad because the shortlisting is profile-based. GMAT score is just a part of the entire selection process. You need to improvise your profile by working on other aspects also like essays profile academics extracurricular activities Academics: Your 12th class marks graduation grades, post-graduation, and certification scores along with the GMAT cutoff is considered in your academic profile. Leadership: The leadership skills of the aspirants are tested on the basis of their prior achievements and roles. Personal attributes: This comprises your personal qualities like hobbies, talents, and extracurricular skills. Aspirants from diverse work experiences, cultures, and educational backgrounds are welcomed at IBS Hyderabad. So along with preparing well for GMAT, give importance to these parameters as well to increase your chances of admission. Read more
Ans. In case you are enquiring about the CAT percentile let me clarify that ISB Hyderabad does not take into consideration CAT scores. It accepts GMAT/GRE scores only. Most importantly, the ISB Shortlisting process is profile-based. This means even with a lower percentile you can manage to get shortlisted provided you have an excellent profile. There is no fixed cutoff for GMAT. However, a 700+ GMAT score isn't a must-have for ISB if your application is strong in other areas. According to an ISB spokesperson, candidates were admitted to the 2021 cohort with scores as low as 580, and as high as 780. So the GMAT score range for ISB is 580-780. Read more
Ans. Yes, it certainly is worth paying a hefty fee of 30k for GMAT coaching at Crack ISB Hyderabad. The quality of trainers and the certainty of admission is what draw the candidates here. While there are many institutes that specialize in training for the CAT, very few institutes offer training for GMAT. Crack ISB Hyderabad has many features that have made it so popular and demanding among GMAT aspirants The peer group is a productive and effective group discussion is possible The institute gives the admission essay reviews free of cost while most institutes charge around 20-25k The quality of editing is much better at this Institute mainly because the faculty comprises alumni of top B Schools So it’s better to pay more for quality education than pay less or the same for substandard education. But remember an Institute can just prepare you for your entrance exam. It’s upon you to put in maximum effort and achieve your goals. Read more
Ans. There is hardly any B-school in India that accepts GMAT scores for full-time MBA. IIMs, FMS, XLRI, JBIMS, IIFT, MDI, etc. are some of the institutions that accept GMAT scores. However, students applying through a foreign national quota or NRI quota are eligible for GMAT score. ISB on the other hand accepts the GMAT for its full-time program MBA program. Here is the list of some B-Schools that accepts GMAT scores in India XLRI, Jamshedpur XIM, Bhubaneswar VIT Business School TISS, Mumbai TERI School of Advanced Sciences, TERI University TASMAC, Pune TAPMI, Manipal School of Management, Udaipur School of Management, NMIMS, Mumbai School of Management, International Institute of Management This is why most students go for CAT, XAT, SNAP, and other management exams for admission in MBA. Only foreign nationals or students with NRI Quota can apply through GMAT. Read more
Ans. Yes, ISB Hyderabad’s PGP program requires a minimum of 2 years of full-time paid work experience. This criteria came into force on 31st March 2016 and is still a necessity. For candidates who lack in this aspect, there is a back door entry called the Early Entry Option or the EEOs. Under this, you can apply right away, go through the selection process, and receive the admission offer but join only after working for 2 years. This can also be referred to as Deferred admission. Read more
Ans. More than 140 Business Schools in India accept GMAT scores. Here is a list of popular B-School that accept GMAT scores. IIM Ahmedabad (PGPX) IIM Bangalore (EPGP) IIM Calcutta (PGPEx) IIM Indore (EPGP) IIM Kozhikode (EPGP) IIM Lucknow (IPMAX) XLRI Jamshedpur MDI Gurgaon IMT Ghaziabad IIFT Delhi FMS Deli ISB Hyderabad/Mohali Many other reputed B-School across the country also accept GMAT scores. Read more
Ans. Very few universities in Canada offer MBA without GMAT scores. They will consider other factors as eligibility criteria such as work experience for selection. York University’s Schulich of School of Business, McMaster University’s Degroote School of Business are some of the most reputed business schools in Canada that offer MBA without GMAT. Other than these, other universities offering MBA without GMAT are New York Institute of Technology, Thompson Rivers University, Lakehead University, Wilfrid Laurier University. You have the option to apply for executive MBAs without a GMAT score, too. Read more
Ans. IIM Shillong accepts GMAT scores of only for International students for the PGP flagship program The Executive PGP program For International students who are targeting the PGP flagship program, the cutoff is as follows Category SSC Percentage HSC percentage General 80 80 EWS 80 80 DA 50 50 ST 50 50 SC 55 55 So a good GMAT score for an International student is anything above 700. For the Executive program too, a GMAT score of 700+ is a good target. If your profile is average you can target a higher GMAT score. Read more
Ans. There are many business schools in India that require GMAT scores at the time of admission. Some of the top business schools with requiring GMAT scores in India are: Institute Name GMAT Score ISB, Hyderabad & Mohali 730 or higher S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai 550 IIM Ahmedabad 711 School of Management, NMIMS Mumbai 600 IIM Bangalore 710 Great Lakes Institute of Management 600 IIM Calcutta 701 XLRI Jamshedpur 710 IIM Lucknow 680 IMT (All campuses) 720 IIM Indore 700 ICFAI Business School (Hyderabad & Mumbai) 700 IIM Kozhikode 700 A few other institutes include - MDI Gurgaon, FMS Delhi, Sunstone Business School Noida, ISB Indore, and more. Read more
Ans. I know this decision is a bit difficult to make. What you need to keep in mind is that these two colleges should not be compared to other great IIMs or even ISBs. Those B Schools are at another level and cannot be on par with Kashipur or Raipur. To facilitate a better decision, I will mention the circumstances of these B Schools then you can choose after considering all options. IIM Indore and IIM Kashipur: Both these colleges are not worth a year drop as they will help you earn only an extra 1.5-2 LPA. Moreover, in the coming years, Kashipur and Raipur will have almost the same brand value as that Indore and Kozhikode. IIM Ahmedabad, Calcutta, Lucknow and Bangalore: All these top IIMs are definitely worth a year's drop provided that you are confident enough to cope with the cutoff. All these IIMs consider your academics while selecting so if that is your reason for the year drop I don’t think it will help. There is no surety of admission even after a percentile of 100. ISB: This one is at a whole different level and is in the category of elite B Schools like UCB, NYU, HBS, etc. The top-notch faculty offers amazing pedagogy at relatively low fees. CAT is sufficient for IIMs. But if you want to go for ISB, a work experience of 4+ years and a GMAT are a must. Read more
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