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Founded in 2008, Target Test Prep™ (TTP™) is an innovative test prep company that has been helping students break long-standing barriers to success on the GMAT for the past 16 years.
What makes us better? Our GMAT self-study course combines time-tested teaching methods with cutting-edge technology and innovative learning science to make achieving impressive GMAT scores possible for students of all levels.
There’s a reason TTP™ users consistently give our course 5-star ratings on GMAT Club. TTP’s robust, web-based platform gives users unmatched flexibility and control over their test preparation, guiding them step by step through the study process from start to score goal and tracking their progress at a granular level for optimal efficiency.
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I scored a 720 (Q48 V41) when I first did their quantitative program and then went on to score a 760 (Q48 V48) when I completed their verbal program. TTP is the most comprehensive, effective and accessible GMAT test prep program that a candidate needs to achieve a +700 score.
The study plan is well-structured and intuitive, covering all the sections of the GMAT in a coherent way. I barely needed to use the chat option to talk to their experts, who were very supportive and encouraging, as the course material and explanations to practice questions were very clear and thorough. The program also provides invaluable advice on how to improve test-taking strategies and time management skills in its strategy sections.
I highly recommend TTP to anyone who is serious about improving their GMAT score.
Strengths:
- Incredibly adaptable to fit any need.
- Ease of use.
- Ability to create a randomized test.
- Video explanations.
Would make the product better:
- Improvement on some of the verbal concepts, specifically sentence correction.
Target Test Prep is a GMAT study resource that proved to be an invaluable asset in my journey to achieve a remarkable 740 on the GMAT. The comprehensive and meticulously structured content, coupled with its adaptive learning platform, enabled me to master the intricacies of the GMAT with unparalleled precision. The crystal-clear explanations and challenging practice questions not only sharpened my quantitative and verbal skills but also boosted my test-taking confidence. Target Test Prep's focused approach to GMAT preparation undoubtedly played a pivotal role in my success, making it an indispensable resource for anyone aiming to excel on this challenging exam.
Strengths:
The best thing about the course is how thoroughly they break every section down for you. Be it the quant or the verbal, everything is covered with such depth that you know for sure that you will cover all of the material on the test as long as you are diligent and thorough with working your way through the lessons. The way the lessons are broken down into smaller sections is also helpful, as it's a good way to feel like you're making progress as you work your way through the vast amount of material
Would make the product better:
Only 2 improvements I'd like to see. The first is breaking down some of the earlier, longer sections into smaller pieces, as they can be a somewhat daunting way to start due to length alone even if the material is not among the most challenging in the course. The second is that TTP needs to highlight the tools available in the course more at the start, things like the analytics and the error tracker need a greater emphasis beyond just the course material
TTP was invaluable to my GMAT prep. All of the material that is on the test is covered with considerable depth, with a seemingly unending number of practice problems to go through and tons of lessons that will break down everything that you need to know. Even as a former English teacher, I found the way they approach the verbal section to be very helpful, as while I would disagree with some of the answers initially, the breakdown and explanation of why a specific answer was correct did a great job of demonstrating what the GMAT considers to be correct, not just what is the cleanest English. The same goes for all of the quant lessons, as the step by step solutions and videos were immensely helpful in understanding how to approach problems and in fully grasping the material
TTP is a great resource for your GMAT preparation, especially when you are just starting out. Their interactive interface keeps you engaged and going when you may not have 100% clarity on the curriculum and attention areas for yourself. The math concepts are clear and comprehensive. Highly recommend!
TTP is a great resource for your GMAT preparation, especially when you are just starting out. Their interactive interface keeps you engaged and going when you may not have 100% clarity on the curriculum and attention areas for yourself. The math concepts are clear and comprehensive. Highly recommend!
TTP is a great resource for your GMAT preparation, especially when you are just starting out. Their interactive interface keeps you engaged and going when you may not have 100% clarity on the curriculum and attention areas for yourself. The math concepts are clear and comprehensive. Highly recommend!
Strengths:
Basics are completely covered. One can cover the course starting from scratch and end up easily with a 720+ score. Both Quant and Verbal were covered in detail with chapter wise segregation along with examples and sectional tests. All one needs to do is follow the course instructions and be assured.
Would make the product better:
There is almost everything covered in the course. I would recommend to increase the example and test problems in RC section.
I was scoring around 630 on the GMAT Mocks and was clueless about how to handle the Verbal section especially. I was scoring around 28 to 30 on the GMAT Verbal. RC and SC were main concerns for me as I did not have an approach to go with. I realized that I needed to start with basics of SC and RC. I enrolled for the TTP Dedicated Study plan and started focusing on individual areas of each section. I improved heavily on SC and RC scoring around 85% on the Example and Sectional Test questions. Once I attempted official mocks after completing the TTP course, I was scoring around 740. On the test day, I was confident of a 730+ score. I scored 760.
Strengths:
The Quantitative section in TTP boasts high-quality questions that surpass even the Official Guide in terms of framing and clarity.
Would make the product better:
A more streamlined and video-based course for the verbal section could offer an improvement over the current extensive courses. Models like the GMAT Ninja course or Ron Purewal's videos provide a more concise and focused approach to verbal preparation, which may be preferable for learners seeking a more compact and targeted learning experience.
Exclusively relying on TTP for GMAT Quant is a dependable strategy. TTP liberates you from the headaches of Quant preparation. by completing its chapters, you can confidently move forward without the need for additional resources, streamlining your study process and allowing for a more focused and efficient learning experience. TTP's Quants approach involves tackling each concept from various perspectives, effectively enhancing understanding and confidence in the subject matter. TTP stands out with its extensive question bank, offering twice the volume of questions compared to its competitors.
While I haven't personally explored the Critical Reasoning portion, I've heard commendable feedback about its effectiveness.
Strengths:
Best material for quant. Prior to signing up for TTP, I hadn't done long division by hand in well over a decade and I was always weak in subjects like probability and combinations. But moreso than that, the GMAT exam is a logic test rather than an aptitude test. This means that in order to succeed, you need to know how to solve problems efficiently in addition to correctly. TTP was great for that and helped me in an area that I needed to be a lot better at - time management.
Would make the product better:
TTP Verbal is a bit lengthy. Although being comprehensive certainly isn't a bad thing, the level of detail that TTP provided was probably more than necessary for a solid Verbal score. I ended up complementing my studies with free resources like GMATNinja Youtube because I was having trouble retaining the level of detail TTP provided. Still - it was an amazing resource and very appropriate for those looking to score in the 90th + percentile.
Overall an amazing product with incredible support and well-suited for those who are self studiers rather than classroom learners. The product exceeded my expectations and would definitely re-enroll if I had to go back and do it all over again. The instructors are all very responsive in the case that you have questions or comments. The flexible payment plan made it so that I was able to pay for exactly how much I used their service. For those that prefer structure, they had study plans and progress bars that made your hard work readily viewable and you could accurately plan each part of your GMAT journey (from learning the lectures, practice mocks, test day).
Strengths:
Comprehensive Quant course and Great analytics
Would make the product better:
Reading through verbal notes just didn't click with me, so a lot more of an integrated video based learning approach might be better.
TTP quant is probably the most comprehensive material you could get for the GMAT. It is exhaustive and delivers on every count. I focused primarily on the medium and hard questions while going through each and every chapter that TTP has to offer, and they built a solid base for what I was to encounter on the GMAT. I never felt under-prepared after going through TTP end to end and though very long, I enjoyed the way the quant content was presented. One piece of advice to anyone going through TTP is to make good use of their bookmark feature and the Must know tabs while making your own notes simultaneously. The custom test feature is great for revision too, and the questions are very GMAT-like so kudos to the team!
Strengths:
- Very high quality content
- Great UX/UI
- Supportive team
Would make the product better:
I dont really like TTP’s error log, it is not as easy to review question as the one I attach below
- I studied in 3 months using Manhattan and saw no improvement. I used TTP in 4 month and improved my score week over week from 600 to 740
- Started with fear for Verbal section, I became much more confident after completing TTP Verbal course. My CR and SC rate is always around 80-90% after using TTP. I heard TTP is also very good at Quant course
- Very detailed guidelines with tons of high-quality questions and explanations.
--- Very clear study roadmap, which shows you what you need to study, to review, to reflect before the test
---Very supportive team, Marty answered every one of my questions in half a day.
Strengths:
-Comprehensive Quant and Verbal material
-Flexible Self-Study course - perfect for busy schedule
-Great customer support
-Guidance on best practices to prepare for test
Would make the product better:
Sentence correction got into details not often tested. Would have appreciated a warning that it's fine not to get 100% of the Hard questions
Fantastic course for self-study. I used to improve my score from a 590 to 740 in 4 months time. It took me about 3 months to get through all the fundamental material and from there I started using a combination of TTP questions and official GMAT practice tests to get ready for the actual exam.
Their flexible program was great for someone who works in consulting and can have a varying schedule. They also have a calendar that helps you pace yourself (although I found that for me, alternating between verbal and quant throughout my study process allowed me to feel motivated and not get too overloaded with one topic). Also, they have great guidance on the best ways to study, such as not feeling the need to use the dry erase board right away until a month before taking the test.
I recommend it to all my friends starting the GMAT study process or ones that need to strengthen up in certain areas (especially in quant). Some other things to note are that the customer service is fantastic and they'll get back to you very quickly about any questions you may have.