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Questions About the GMAT Focus Edition
Why is the “GMAT Focus Edition” name being changed to the “GMAT Exam?”
The “GMAT Focus Edition” name served as a crucial distinction between it and the previous version of the GMAT while both were in the market in late 2023 and early 2024. Now with only one version of the exam available, we are transitioning back to using the "GMAT Exam" name from July 1 onward.
What is changing exactly?
The “GMAT Focus Edition” name will revert to the “GMAT Exam.” The only element of the GMAT Focus Edition that is changing is the name. The exam’s structure, content, scoring, and test features will remain the same. Additionally, the existing GMAT Focus Official Prep material will still be relevant.
Do business schools know about this change?
Yes. Business schools have been made aware of this change in advance.
I have not taken the GMAT yet, how will this affect me?
This change will not affect you. If you are currently in the business school application process, you may notice the “Focus Edition” branding removed from our websites, emails, social media, products, and more. You will also see similar updates in the registration process and testing experience.
I have already taken the GMAT Focus Edition, how will this affect me?
If you currently have a GMAT Focus Edition score, the exam name on your mba.com My Account page and Official Score Reports will be updated to “GMAT Exam (Focus Edition)” after July 1. Your score will still end in a 5. Rest assured, schools are aware of this change and understand how to interpret your exam score.
I have already taken the previous edition of the GMAT, how will this affect me?
If you have a score from the previous edition of the GMAT, the exam name on your mba.com My Account page and Official Score Reports will be labeled as “GMAT Exam (10th Edition)” to prevent confusion with the current exam. Your score will still end in a 0. Rest assured, schools are aware of this change and understand how to interpret your exam score.
What is the GMAT Exam (10th Edition)? Is there an 11th Edition?
The GMAT Exam (10th Edition) is the previous version of the test that was available between 2012 and 2024. Technically, the 11th Edition of the exam is the GMAT Focus Edition. However, we gave it a special name to emphasize its increased focus on relevant business skills.
How long will scores from the previous edition of the GMAT, the GMAT Exam (10th Edition), be valid?Scores from the GMAT Exam (10th Edition) will continue to be valid for 5 years from your appointment date.