GMAT Focus or GMAT?

Question

Hi All,

I am planning on taking the GMAT within the next couple of months, though I will be applying for an MBA program starting in 2025 (class of 2027). I am just starting on my GMAT journey and trying to understand the difference between GMAT and GMAT focus and whether one would be better than the other. Currently, I am planning to take it in February; however, I will be willing to take it in January if taking the legacy GMAT would boost my odds for a top business school (think M7 and some other top business schools).

Any advice is welcome.

Thanks in advance!

AjiteshArun · Answer

Hi Prospective.MBA,

I think you should take the Focus Edition. However, if you think (for example) that your SC is particularly strong or that DI is a weakness, the current GMAT may be the better option (last date for the current GMAT: Jan 31, 2024).

If you're looking for more information about the new exam, here's  a comprehensive look at the Focus Edition .

Archit3110 · Answer

Both gmat tests are available till 31st Jan..
To choose which suits you best take free mocks of each on official website..
All the best..

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GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Should you prepare for the New GMAT Focus or the "Old" Standard GMAT?: https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmat-classic ... 14128.html -contact: gmatknight site | gmatclub dm

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Prospective.MBA,

Since you are just starting out with your prep and many folks need 4+ months to prepare for the GMAT, I recommend taking GMAT focus to be on the safe side. That way, you can give yourself the time you need to adequately prepare for your GMAT.

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Prospective.MBA,

To start, since you are interested in some highly-competitive Schools, would likely find it beneficial to speak with an Admissions Expert about your overall profile and plans. Those Experts should be able to answer your Admissions questions and help define the specific areas of your profile that could use some improvement (and the more time that you have to act on that advice, the better). There's a Forum full of those Experts here:

https://gmatclub.com/forum/ask-admissio ... tants-124/

Many GMATers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores - and since the current version of the GMAT is scheduled to be discontinued on January 31, 2024, that leaves a little more than 3 months before you will no longer be able to take it. If you're a strong Standardized-Test Taker, then you might be fine with training for the current GMAT; even if you end studying past January 31st though, all of the content that is tested on the Focus Edition currently appears on the GMAT, so any additional work would just involve you having to train for the 'format' of the Focus Edition.

Since it sounds like you're just beginning your studies, then it would be a good idea to take a FULL-LENGTH practice CAT Test; you can access 2 for free at www.mba.com (and they come with some additional practice materials). If you want to do a little studying first, so that you can familiarize yourself with the basic content and question types, then that's okay - but you shouldn't wait too long to take that initial CAT. That score will give us a good sense of your natural strengths and weaknesses and will help provide a basis for comparison as you continue to study. A FULL CAT takes about 3.5 hours to complete, so make sure that you've set aside enough time to take it in one sitting. Once you have that Score, you should report back here (or you can feel free to PM to email me directly) and we can come up with a study plan.

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Rich

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