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TTP's GMAT study service is a great option for those looking for a holistic review of all GMAT related material. The study plan allowed me to keep track of my progress and made sure I kept up with studying regularly. The on-target analytics are also great, as it allowed me to easily identify which specific topics I needed more work on, and which ones I was doing well in. Both quant and verbal lessons are very detailed, and make TTP enough to score well on your first GMAT attempt. Also, the formula for the AWA section seemed to work perfectly!
Choosing Target Test Prep was the best decision I made in GMAT study. I started with using TTP only for quant and was able to hit a Q48 in an official test. I used Manhattan for verbal and could not crack V38. When I then used TTP for verbal, I was brought up my verbal score to V46 on test day!! TTP Quant is the gold standard, in my opinion. I really enjoyed the lessons and then the quizzes at the end. Everything was taught in an easy to follow and understand way.
I would say that TTP also has the best course for verbal (after doing Manhattan and only getting to V38). TTP's sentence correction modules are fantastic. I not only memorized all important grammar rules, but also understood them, which is important for more difficult questions. The Critical Reasoning module was also great and very difficult. Test day felt like a breeze after working through the TTP problems. I purchased my ESR to review how I did after the test and missed ~2 questions in SC, 0 in RC, and ~2 in CR.
I used TTP more for quants than for verbal. The chapters are so intensive, they will literally teach you everything so that on the test day, you can minimise your brainstorming. After every chapter, they have chapter tests. they have diagnostic tests as well. They have high-quality questions, questions that are very easy but play on your psyche and trick you easily. Their verbal is also fantastic although Egmat is better if you are a non-native speaker. They provide you with a specialized study plan as well. Take this course at least 4 months from your target GMAT date because it is very detailed and takes a lot of time if you want to utilize it fully. To be safe, take it before 6 months and build pace over time.
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710 Q47 V40 (Online)
I found TTP to be the perfect GMAT test prep. The chapter structure and lessons were really easy to follow. Each section built on each other which also helped keep the content fresh. Additionally, as someone who learns by repetition, I found the numerous practice problems to be extremely effective. I primarily used TTP for the quant section as that is where I needed to improve my score, but I also skimmed some of the verbal lessons and found them helpful. I took the GMAT 4 years ago after self-studying using a standard GMAT prep book and didn't achieve the same results as I did with TTP. I definitely recommend TTP for anyone planning to study for the GMAT!
I took the GMAT three times over the course of a few years and TTP was finally the prep resource that clicked with me. The lessons are simple and easy to understand, and so much repetitive practice is baked into the lessons. The cadence of problem questions and reviews in the self-study plan made me confident that I fully understood the concepts I was learning.
I thought the lessons were very strong in both Verbal and Quant. They have a few helpful tips for AWA section as well. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend TTP's materials and will be telling my friends to use them as well.
I only studied the quantitative section due to lack of time so I will be reviewing that. I took my first test half a year ago and scored a 625. Despite crushing verbal (might have been better than my actual score ironically), I remember barely performing better than 50% of test takers on the quant section. Not having taken real math since my senior year of high school was definitely impacting and worrying me, and decided to enroll in Target Test Prep after reading positive reviews. Each month from January was a gradual ramp in time studied from the prior, but if I had to average it out during the 6 months it was close to 2-3 hours 5/6 days of the week. I read all the lessons and did all the problems which was great as the course is very focused on teaching you the actual concepts that underlie the GMAT. Even more helpful were all the variations of the concepts including the strange and uncommon ones that only the GMAT would test you on. I managed to get a 730 with a 49Q and can solely thank Target Test Prep as I admit my base was pretty weak before studying.
TTP is an incredible program for earning a high score on the GMAT exam. The program is well thought through, organized, and takes all the mystery out of GMAT studying strategy. The course lays out an effective, easy to follow study plan for you to follow based on your goal. The program teaches you the material, timing, and test taking strategies all at once in a very digestible format. The study plan is customizable, and each quant topic is broken out so that it highlights your weaker areas, allowing you to focus your time and energy where it is needed. By the end of the course, not only are you a master in the material, but your mental stamina is built up to a point where taking the actual exam is somewhat easy. I am so grateful for TTP and all those who recommended the program to me. I can't recommend TTP enough to those who are beginning their test taking journey!!
I took TTP's 4-month GMAT Dedicated Study Plan after a friend recommended it. I had never taken the GMAT before and this was my first attempt. Although I purchased the course in early February, because of my hectic work schedule, I couldn't dedicate time religiously for the first two months. But around April, TTP released its calendar-based study plan which proved to be an incredible feature. It gave task lists for each day; I had to follow them blindly, without having to set aside time to plan and track my preparation progress. This was a huge relief because I had to juggle my 70-hour/week job along with GMAT preparation and I had only around a month and a half to do so.
The course is comprehensive and covered every little detail regarding the strategy for taking the GMAT. Both verbal and quant chapters and chapter tests are extremely detailed. The video explanations at the end of each question helped me a lot in understanding my mistakes and wrapping my head around some of the trickiest concepts, mainly regarding Critical Reasoning and Sentence Correction. I also used the Error Tracker and Analytics feature rigorously to keep track of my weakest areas. Additionally, the On Target analytics dashboard proved to be very useful in getting an idea of where I stand in comparison to other students.
TTP is a one-stop solution for your GMAT preparation. Preparing using TTP was stress-free experience and gave me the result that I needed in my first attempt. It is a very carefully built product and every feature has been tailor-made to make students' lives easier. I loved the amount of thought that was put into the tiniest details. The features I loved the most were the calendar-based study plan, the strategy chapters that proved to be very useful in enhancing my confidence and keeping me calm during the test, the video explanations at the end of each question, and the questionnaire and analysis of each mock.
I got a score of 730 (Q50/V39). I'm content with my score and I would highly recommend TTP to anyone who is looking for a complete GMAT preparation platform, especially working professionals who need to manage their preparation along with their work in an accelerated timeline. Thank you, TTP!
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My first official GMAT score was a 650 (Q48, V31). This score came after many hours of preparation through a different company / program. I was extremely disappointed and felt that I still wasn't strong or confident enough in verbal.
After some research and googling, I found target test prep and gave it a shot knowing that they had just released their verbal program (I already knew that target test prep was amazing for their quant program).
I essentially completed the entire program from start to finish (quant + verbal). It took me several months but I credit the program for my improved official score of 720 (Q49, V38). The structure of the quant program was fantastic and it helped me solidify all of the quant concepts. The verbal section of the program taught me new concepts that my previous program didn't. Overall, I was really impressed with the verbal part of their program.
For me specifically, I really appreciated all of the practical advice that they gave me when it came to coping with exam stress/anxiety. You see, my score of 720 was actually my third attempt. I wrote the exam one month before this score and completely fell off the rails and scored 620 (even though I was consistently scoring 700+ on my practice exams). I was originally super confident because of all the prep I did with target test prep, but I just had a bad day and scored poorly. Luckily, I had an inspiring convo with Scott and was able to re-focus for the 4 weeks before my re-write. Fortunately, I followed up this poor attempt with a final score of 720 (Q49, V38), which was much more representative of my practice scores.
Without a doubt, target test prep is the best GMAT prep company / course out there, and I 100% recommend this course to any future GMAT test takers.
A GMAT journey has many elements to it. I can vouch for TTP for clearing majority of the concepts for me especially quant. I love their error log and the fact that after every concept there is a test that you need to take in order to move on.
The best part about TTP is the scheduled approach. It keeps you on track. Also, the detailed analytics available gives you very pertinent inputs for you to get an idea of your deficiencies and strengths.
I struggled most with sentence correction and critical reasoning. Both were covered in a fair amount of detail. Also, the quantity of high quality questions available is really great. Gives you a good amount of practice.
Thanks TTP.