I put in an application to Nova Southeastern University about a month or so ago. I was initially concerned about my low GMAT score (470). I sent in the app anyway because I have great work experience, teaching experience, an overall strong background. It was just that darn GMAT! I picked Nova because I wanted a good school that wasn't totally distance learning. One with a brick and mortar presence. I also wanted to get either a DBA or Phd in with an accounting emphasis. Which is why I didn't want to go with a Doctorate in Management, because it seemed more generalized. Anyway I just found out that I didn't get into Nova, they want me to take the GMAT over. I know it sounds crazy, but I don't know if I want to pay another $225 and sit for that darn thing again. I know you are probably thinking just take the darn GMAT if you really want the doctorate, but I really hate those standardized type of tests. Anyway just in case I say forget it on Nova, what are my other options as far as some programs that fit my above requirements. Brick and Mortar Presence/Not Totally D.L. Good Rep Regionally Accredited so I can get financial aid. Phd/DBA in accounting That doesn't require the GMAT! Thanks...
I believe Argosy has a campus in Atlanta. (I am assuming you live/work in the Atlanta area). I know they have a DBA program, but I am unsure if they have a specialization in accounting at the Atlanta campus.
I understand this creates more hassle and interrupts your plans... However, if you want to pursue an accounting doctorate, then Nova or Argosy are good choices. Just take the GMAT again with some preparation and a good night's sleep; The cost and the hassle are insignificant next to the effort to complete the degree. Dave
GMAT Prep Hi, I took the GMAT back in 2001 and used the Princeton Review book to prepare. I though it was a pretty good book. It has a CD with (if I remember correctly) 3 computer practice tests. Take those and the PowerPrep test and you should be good to go. Good luck!
a modicum of disgust I know how you feel. I do well on tests like that but have an abiding hatred of them, including the costs. However, you ought to take the damn test rather than let its absence ruin your plans. $225 is peanuts compared to what you'll fork out in tuition, anyway. Yeah, yeah, cold comfort, I know. But in the long run, it's a trivial expense. More to the point, it took a series of turndowns, my own reconsiderations, money crunches, and tedious searching before finding--and getting in--where it was best for me to be for DL. Please, please, do NOT be discouraged by one turndown. Keep at it and you will make things work out for you. Best wishes, Janko the Mad Priest
From the admissions page: "A GMAT score of 500 or greater (or GRE score of 1110 or greater*)" The GRE is less costly. You are very close to the desired cutoff. I would say retake the GMAT or take the GRE or both and use the best score. Good luck, Kevin
I'm sorry to hear of your temporary delay - but I'd just take the GMAT (or perhaps better yet the GRE) again. You're really close. Also, I believe that Nova's DBA program has a better (although not excellent) reputation, especially considering the alternatives. Regards - Andy
$225 can purchase either another GMAT or a glossy University of Liverpool sticker for your diploma. Oops, no, the latter option is no longer available............
Guess I'll be taking it again... I have the Princeton, Kaplan, and official book. Looks like I will just suck it up and take the darn thing again. When is the application cutoff for Nova for fall, anyone know right off hand?
It has been my experience that sometimes the Lord will close one door because He wants us to enter a different door, which He will open for us in the future.
From what I understand, the average increase in score for the GMAT is 30 points for people who retake it without even studying. That should be enough to get you in. Also I think the GRE is only around $140, so that would be a cheaper way to go. I used the REA book to prepare for it. Even though I procrastinated in studying, it still helped me a lot.
Re: a modicum of disgust I would heed the advice of the sagacious Uncle Janko! Hi Uncle!!! Abner I have been trying to behave myself!!!
Re: GMAT Prep Another online source I'm using right now in my GMAT studies is 800score.com - 5 complete online tests for $29. I'm taking the GMAT next Saturday; when I receive my results I'll post them along with my 800score.com test scores to see how close they came to the real thing. I'll say that even though I'm generally fond of quantitative problems I'm getting tripped up by silly things like hours vs. minutes, 1/2 circles and round trips vs one-way. Cheers, Mark
Re: Re: GMAT Prep 800score.com seemed to be pretty accurate - I was scoring between 650 and 710 on the sample exams and ended up with 700 on the real GMAT. Considering I didn't put months into this I'm happy with the result.