My last posting was a bit out of character. As you may have guessed, I didn’t do well at all on the GMAT. Putting it in financial terms, I didn’t receive a good return on my investment. I knew I was going to have trouble but I honestly thought I would get at least a 600 on the test. I ended up with a 530. So embarrassing…
Like I have said before, it is what it is. I did my best on my essays, submitted my application to UC Davis, and now it is just a matter of waiting to see what they come back with. If Davis finds me worthy because of my strong professional background, leadership potential, great references, my ability to pay the $60K for the tuition, and I work for a company that is a strong supporter ($) of their program, then I will step up proudly, work my keester off and get a Masters at an academic institution worthy of my time!
But, every smart girl has a Plan B …
Plan B1: Research other programs, pick a few others to apply to, and start my MBA program somewhere other than UC Davis.
Plan B2: Hire a tutor, study more for the GMAT, take the GMAT again and get a stellar score, reapply to UC Davis, get accepted and start the program in 2008.
Neither option for my Plan B is exciting me in any way, shape, or form, but those are my options.
I musn’t forget that I am still taking classes to support a successful start to my UC Davis MBA program! I had this last week off because of Spring Break (too funny! I can’t remember a time when I had time off because of Spring Break!) but back on the Microeconomic’s horse again starting tomorrow night. I was too busy licking my wounds all week to really do any reading, so in usual fashion, I am cramming all day today to make sure I am caught up to Chapter 5 in time for class. Missing out spending Easter with my family! I’m reading each chapter outloud and recording so I can do additional studying while I’m driving to and from work. Making my own audiobook!
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April 8, 2007 at 9:09 pm
I think “The GMAT sucks” is an entirely reasonable reaction under the circumstances.
However it is good to see that you are bouncing back and I’ve got my fingers crossed for you on the UC Davis front.
Best of luck!
April 9, 2007 at 1:20 pm
Thanks Joel! I hope I don’t have to take it again but if I do, I’ll be back to your site for a refresher!