e-GMAT Online Intensive Reviews

Strengths:

This course is great to help build upon your foundation within Quant and Verbal (especially SC). Each video is interactive and data-based so that you stay focused on the right materials. Each question has a thorough explanation and video attached as well as mentors who will respond to follow-up questions from students in case you are still stuck.

Would make the product better:

I would recommend that the GMAT mentors give more specific feedback on how to pivot your strategy when you reach a plateau. Additionally, I wish there were more practice tests than what was provided.

eGMAT was fundamental in helping me build a strong foundation in both Quant and Verbal. I did a Manhattan Online course right before eGMAT and found that it was lacking data-backed algorithms to help tailor where I needed to spend my time. Each video provided thorough explanations of the concept and there were a plethora of quizzes that ensured you understood the concept before moving on. You could also flag which concepts to return back to in the future. The eGMAT mentor that is assigned to you was also helpful in providing general advice and motivation to get you to your end goal.

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I have divided my review into the following categories:

1. User Interface
It took me some time (3-4 days) to get used to their interface. Some of their videos, especially Concept Videos of Sentence Correction, don’t have a “Playback Speed” option. This worked out in my favour, since I soon realised that you need to give yourself some time to register SC concepts, and watching the Concept videos (of SC) in the original speed is the best way to do that.

2. Course Structure
They have structured all the sections of their course really well. There are easy quizzes after every concept which test your conceptual understanding at a very basic level. And after every completing every topic (eg. SC), you are advised to take Cementing Quizzes before moving to the next topic. This structure helps you cement each topic, making revision in the later stages very easy. The same structure has been used for both the sections (Quant and Verbal), just that in Quant and RC, there are a lot more quizzes within each topic.
The question pool of EGMAT for all the sections is absolute gold. You can also select the type of ‘Question Pool’ (Correct, Incorrect, Bookmarked, Answered, Unanswered, Answered & Unanswered) for Custom Quizzes. This is really helpful in revision. Also, you can select the mode in which you want to take the quiz (Practice vs. Quiz Mode) – again, very helpful for revision.

3. Content – Verbal
Sentence Correction – The meaning-based approach used by EGMAT was really helpful. Also, the concepts were explained in the best way possible, not going into too much depth while still ensuring that you understand the concept – just what is needed for the exam! Almost all the concepts tested in my actual exam and all the mocks I took (including OG mocks) were covered properly in the course.
CR – They suggest that you use a ‘Pre-Thinking Approach’ to solve CR questions. This approach is really helpful in the earlier stages of your prep since at that point, you have time to train your brain. Once you get used to this approach, even if you don’t pre-think, you will be able to evaluate the answer choices in a better way. I did not use the pre-thinking approach in my mocks and actual exam since you can’t spend more than 2-2.5 mins on a question but the approach definitely trained me to evaluate the answer choices more effectively.
RC – While I watched all the conceptual videos, I did not go into too much depth while preparing for this section. I relied mostly on solving questions for this section so cannot comment on their content for RC. The passages were good though, and the questions prepared me well for the exam.

4. Content – Quant
The Conceptual videos in this section (for all the topics except Word Problems – I did not watch conceptual videos on Word Problems since I was already pretty good in this topic) are very basic. Perhaps, if you are good at Quant, you don’t even need to watch all the videos, you can just download Summary PDFs available at the end of each concept and quickly go through those just to make sure that you’re not missing anything. Also, there are ‘Diagnostic Quizzes’ before every concept. These quizzes evaluate the level of your current understanding and accordingly suggest you to skip some sections, wherever possible. This saves a lot of time.
That being said, Quant quizzes were really helpful. I would say that some questions are slightly difficult than those in the actual exam but this prepares you well for the exam. I took a lot of quizzes for Quant as well and found them to be really useful.

5. Mocks
I think that the Sigma X Mocks are an accurate indicator of your actual performance since my scores in the Sigma-X Mocks, the OG Mocks and the actual exam were pretty similar. The questions in the mocks were good as well.

6. Last Mile Push (LMP) Program
After I scored a 760 in Sigma X Mock 2 (towards the end of April), Abha Mohan from eGMAT reached out to me. She asked me a few questions on my background and Prep. She had also gone through my performance in the eGMAT quizzes and Mock and identified a few areas of improvement. Basis this, she shared a few suggestions.
I was struggling with the timing in my mocks and her suggestions related to that really helped. She was quite proactive in identifying my areas of improvement and very honest while sharing the feedback.
I was offered this Program for free (in the beginning of May), and this program gave me a proper test schedule to follow after I was done with my preparation. The schedule was good but not something you NEED for your preparation. You can make the schedule yourself as well.
In my opinion, LMP is a good program to enrol in but only if you’re offered the program at a reasonable price.

P.S. I bought the GMAT Online Focused Course (2 months) initially but extended it 3 times (1-month extensions).

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Strengths:

What truly propelled me to the next level was the integration of three crucial phases, all centered around my personalized approach to improving my verbal skills. Recognizing the significance of individualization, I concentrated on building a strong foundation tailored specifically to enhance my verbal abilities, enabling me to decipher and tackle more challenging verbal questions effectively. This emphasis on verbal improvement became the cornerstone of my preparation.

During the consolidation phase, I focused on cementing my personalized verbal foundation in long-term memory, devoting time and effort to comprehending the nuances of different verbal question types. This allowed me to become more adept at identifying key concepts, patterns, and strategies unique to verbal sections.

The third step of "test-readiness" brought everything together, serving as the litmus test for my verbal progress. It was during this phase that I could see how far I had come in honing my verbal skills, solidifying my confidence and ability to perform well in the actual GMAT exam.

By carefully analyzing my individual strengths and weaknesses, with a specific focus on verbal improvement, I was able to maintain and enhance my strong areas while dedicating targeted efforts to address my verbal weaknesses. This personalized approach ensured that my verbal preparation was tailored to my specific needs and allowed me to excel in the verbal section of the GMAT.

Throughout this journey, I was fortunate to receive guidance from an e-gmat consultant who recognized the importance of my focus on verbal improvement. Their expertise and support were invaluable in helping me refine my verbal skills, providing me with the necessary tools and strategies to excel in the verbal section of the GMAT exam.

Would make the product better:

While the focus of my approach was primarily on verbal improvement, it is important to note that having a well-rounded skill set is crucial for success on the GMAT. While I would have liked more reading materials specifically tailored to the quantitative section, I understand the significance of balancing my efforts across both verbal and quantitative areas.

By dedicating significant time and resources to strengthening my verbal skills, I aimed to maximize my performance in that section, which was an area of particular importance to me. However, I also recognized the importance of maintaining a solid foundation in the quantitative section to achieve a competitive overall score.

Although my approach leaned towards verbal improvement, I still made efforts to engage with quantitative resources and practice questions to maintain my proficiency in that area. While I may have desired more reading materials dedicated to quantitative concepts, I adapted my study plan to ensure I covered the necessary topics and maintained a strong grasp of quantitative principles.

The integration of three crucial phases, personalized focus on verbal improvement, and the invaluable guidance from an e-gmat consultant have greatly contributed to my efficient GMAT preparation journey. By building a strong foundation, consolidating my knowledge, and achieving test-readiness, I was able to enhance my overall performance and tackle more challenging questions effectively.

The emphasis on verbal improvement, tailored to my individual approach, played a pivotal role in my success. The availability of comprehensive reading materials specifically designed for verbal sections allowed me to refine my skills, comprehend complex concepts, and develop strategies to excel in this area. While I would have liked more reading materials for the quantitative section, I recognized the importance of balancing my efforts across all aspects of the exam.

Moreover, the guidance provided by the e-gmat consultant proved to be invaluable. Their expertise and support helped me put the finishing touches on my preparation, ensuring that I was equipped with the necessary tools and strategies to perform at my best. Their insights into my strengths and weaknesses enabled me to maintain and enhance my strong areas while addressing my weaknesses effectively.

Looking back, I am grateful for the decision to invest in the e-gmat course. The comprehensive resources, personalized approach, and expert guidance have played a pivotal role in my efficient and successful GMAT preparation. I am confident that I am well-prepared to tackle the challenges of the actual GMAT exam, armed with a solid foundation, refined verbal skills, and a balanced understanding of both verbal and quantitative concepts.

In conclusion, the combination of personalized approaches, a focus on verbal improvement, and the support of the e-gmat consultant has been instrumental in my efficient and effective GMAT preparation. I am thankful for the resources and guidance that have allowed me to reach the next level and confident in my readiness to excel on the GMAT exam.

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Strengths:

SC section is really good.
Scholaranium feature is also a very good practice portal.
All the contents are very well structured.

Would make the product better:

There are some improvement rooms for e-GMAT, and I will be honest about this.
1. Forum response: I found quite a number of "not so good" responses in the forum. I think the experts can do better in answering the students' queries.
2. The error log: I think the Scholaranium is a good tool, but it can be better if it has an error log built in. I think it is not a complex feature to build. Rather than having students documenting stuffs on excel sheets, having a built in or automated error log will help a lot.
3. For Quant part, it would be better if more application questions are illustrated explicitly.

I have been studying with e-GMAT for around 4 months before I got the latest 710 GMAT score.

I first took a mock test and got 650 score. After 2 months, I finished Verbal section and took my first GMAT test in Feb 23 and got 700. Then, I joined the Last Mile Push (LMP) program from e-GMAT and took another test in Apr 23 and got 710.

Before breaking down into each parts, my overall impressions to e-GMAT are:
1. The courses are well-structured. The content are taught in a good sequence. The topics are broken down in a good way, so I can see the big picture of what I need to learn and how important each topic is.
2. The forum posting/commenting in every questions or contents. When you have any doubts, you can always post in the forum and the experts will answer you in 1 day. I used this feature a lot and most of the time my doubt was clarified.
3. The Scholaranium portal is a very good and convenient tool. It is a question bank where you can do practice quizzes or mock tests on the platform itself. The platform collects the statistic and provide valuable insights regarding your performance. Your mentor can really see how you perform and provide on-point feedbacks.

My feedback towards Verbal:
1. SC is really great. The content are provided in the way that you can see how SC questions can be. The meaning-based approach is honestly a pretty simple but very powerful technique. The way of thinking e-GMAT that teaches you is very structured and practical.
2. For CR, the general conceptual knowledge about CR is well taught. The approach is practical as well. However, I think some logics from e-GMAT original questions are a bit off for a few questions. There is nothing as good as OG questions when it comes to CR part I think, but e-GMAT is doing quite okay for me though.
3. For RC, I think the reading strategy taught by e-GMAT works for me, but it might not work for everyone. The more you read and practice, the more you excel in RC. The reading strategy is just another way of cracking this type of question.

For Quant part:
1. I think the general knowledge are taught well. The concepts are quite strong in my opinion.
2. However, I think the content lacks application aspects a bit. There are a lot of question types in Quant. One topic, let's say divisibility, can be twisted into many many types of questions. Knowing the concept helps you to be able to solve the question, but mastering how to apply the concept helps you to be able to solve the question in time and in a easier manner.
3. The solution provided are sometimes not realistic and practical for GMAT exam.

Last Mile Push (LMP)
1. I think this program helped me a lot. You will be assigned a mentor who will plan things out for you, analyze your performances and come up with a corrective action, provide suggestions in terms of testing preparation, and talk to you over all other aspects of GMAT.
2. My mentor closely worked with me. She first planned out the schedule for me, but I failed it by getting a lot behind the plan. She then adjusted and tried to make the best alternatives for me according to the situation and limited time. In short, the mentor worked with me closely and kept adjusting things based on the real situation. It is always better to work with someone rather than to work alone towards the same goal.

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Strengths:

1. Keeps the naturalness required to tackle GMAT intact
2. Sufficient depth and sectional focus for good score

Would make the product better:

Not much

I used the E-Gmat portal for just a month and ten days. Firstly, I am very confident that if I would have used for another month, I would easily have cracked above 760.
Verbal:
Sentence Correction: I only attended a webinar by Ms. Payal Tandon and if not more atleast sixty pc of job related to SC was done. She taught how to just go with the meaning. This put the intensive grammar at the back foot and allowed me to focus on real issue. I did do the portal's grammar lessons but meaning based approach was most important. Frankly, I didn't have any time to give a mock test. In the exam, I just attempted with the meaning.

CR: They give sufficient practice with the help of lessons.

RC: E-Gmat's lessons revolved around basic reading skills and this is what is required for RC. The lesson taught me how to pause and summarize at the right time. I was already an avid reader and I just needed this training to attempt objective content of GMAT.

Quant: Sufficient practise is required for quant even though one is an engineer. Here also I did not have enough time to attempt all the lessons. But managed to get 88percentile

Overall, the portal has excellent other techniques to improve score and that would have easily helped to cross 760.

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Strengths:

Verbal Module and SigmaX Mocks

Would make the product better:

The quant module is too easy or not reflective of the true GMAT difficulty. This could be significantly revamped and improved.

Verbal Module and SigmaX Mocks are AMAZING! I really benefited from these two product features. I have improved my verbal score from V24 to V34 with eGMAT's thoughtful course content and exam strategy.

SigmaX mocks are very informative to simulate the CAT environment, more effective for exam sprint time prep.

The quant module is too easy or not reflective of the true GMAT difficulty. This could be significantly revamped and improved.

Overall, I really recommend this product! The regular pricing is a bit too expensive IMO. I got my package on sale during the summer, better value for money. I would recommend to get the package when it has promotion unless you don't care about the cost of the course.

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Strengths:

Nice concept building. Detailed course

Would make the product better:

Mentor guidance was an issue for me. My mentor was not assigned to me in the starting. Only when i sent them mails during my last leg of preparation i was given a mentor. She too only gave tasks and never had a call with me

With many online courses available it is very important to get enrolled in one which is inline with your thought process.
One of the best feature about Egmat is the video solutions for almost all the questions. They have a detailed course available with them. One can easily build a solid foundation with their course.
What lacked for me was the exam readiness preparation from their side. On comparing the ESR from my attempt to my Egmat dashboard, things did not match. I knew of my strengths and my weaknesses which was not the same on their dashboard but quite inline with my ESR.
This is why i would urge each student to take up the free trail given by different courses and see if they are actually inline with your thinking process.

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Strengths:

Content

Would make the product better:

Interface, pace of the lessons and teaching methodology

The course was not very well designed or comprehensive. The UI also did not feel intuitive and some concepts did not feel relevant either. A lot of time was also dedicated to basic stuff repeatedly like how to create error logs and study which felt counterproductive and annoying after a point. For quant as well, the practice and the depth of questions were slightly off the mark and the content was repetitive and tiring. On the plus side, the course did cover all the major topics but needs improvement, customizations and a better UI to ensure that the content is engaging. The AI tool which gives suggestions needs some tweaking too.

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Strengths:

THe strength of the product is the strong Verbal Base and good quality material

Would make the product better:

The support team doesnt provide enough feedback to improve and the course doesnt fit in for beginners

Overall feedback is the Course is not worth of the investment and the support only provide the robotic type of feedback as per book. I was literally studying for 6-7 hours a day for around 4-5 months in a very disciplined manner and I really thought I was improving but when I gave a mock I was at a 610-620 . I was given feedback to revise multiple times which i did but Alas the improvement was not not that great, the only one tutor Harsha whom i found worth giving feedback rest all the not worth the penny on the course we have spent.
The course is not helpful for the begginers but it can be helpful for the 2nd time test takers and for those who has completed the course.

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Strengths:

Well-structured and on-prompt mentorship are two key aspects of the course that can help you ace the test

Started off my journey with e-GMAT with a score plateau of 650 in 3 attempts, I was skeptical of buying another course. But to my surprise, the course exceeded my expectations in terms of not only the structure and content of the course but also the mocks that were quite comparable to the actual GMAT and the on-prompt mentorship provided which helped me in analyzing further the data points to pinpoint the gaps in my preparation.

The course is well-designed, well-structured, and quite intuitive. It makes online learning easier. With the Practice Quiz and Application Quiz between the modules, I was able to retrieve many of the concepts taught and solidify them during the Cementing Quizzes. This helped me to build the foundation of one section before moving to the next one.

The analysis provided is good enough to understand your gaps and corrective measures to be decided. This is where error logs would help.

The Sigma-X mocks were quite analogous to the actual GMAT. Since I scored twice the same score in the actual GMAT that I got in the e-GMAT Sigma-X mock taken previously.

Lastly, when my course was over, I was blank on what to do next. At that point my mentors (special mention to Abha and Richa) weighed in on the exact gaps in my preparation and how can I improve upon them. They provided regular plans to up my game and help me the target they anticipated.

Overall, my journey was a short but promising one.

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