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One of the most important habits to build during your GMAT preparation is regular, intentional review of previously studied topics. It is well established that humans learn through exposure and repetition. The more time you spend engaging with a topic and the more frequently you revisit it, the more confident and competent you will become with the material. This is not simply about memorizing facts. It is about building the kind of flexible, reliable knowledge the GMAT requires.
If you are serious about improving your score, you need to make review a formal part of your study process. Here is a practical framework to help you apply this principle.
Create a Review Calendar
After you study a topic, such as number properties or rate questions, schedule time to revisit it within a few days. Do not wait weeks to see the material again. For example:
Vary Your Review Methods
Track Your Progress
Maintain a simple log of which topics you have reviewed, when you reviewed them, and how you performed on the corresponding questions. This will help you identify any areas that require additional attention.
Understand Why Repetition Matters
The human brain is built to forget information it deems unimportant. By revisiting topics regularly, you are sending a clear message that this material matters. Each time you review, you strengthen the neural pathways that store and retrieve that knowledge. You also increase your ability to recognize patterns and apply concepts in new ways, which is critical for GMAT success.
Integrate Review Into Your Overall Study Plan
A good rule of thumb is to dedicate about twenty to thirty percent of your weekly study time to reviewing previously learned material. This will help ensure that you are not just learning new content but also reinforcing what you have already covered.
Do Not Assume One Pass Is Enough
Mastery comes from repeated, thoughtful engagement with the material over time. Students who build review into their routines are far more likely to reach and exceed their target scores.
If you build this habit into your preparation from the start, you will reduce the likelihood of forgetting what you have worked hard to learn. You will also feel more confident and prepared when test day arrives.
Reach out to me with any questions about your GMAT prep. Happy studying!
Warmest regards,
Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep
How Regular Review Can Strengthen Your GMAT Performance
One of the most important habits to build during your GMAT preparation is regular, intentional review of previously studied topics. It is well established that humans learn through exposure and repetition. The more time you spend engaging with a topic and the more frequently you revisit it, the more confident and competent you will become with the material. This is not simply about memorizing facts. It is about building the kind of flexible, reliable knowledge the GMAT requires.
If you are serious about improving your score, you need to make review a formal part of your study process. Here is a practical framework to help you apply this principle.
Create a Review Calendar
After you study a topic, such as number properties or rate questions, schedule time to revisit it within a few days. Do not wait weeks to see the material again. For example:
- Review the topic three days after first studying it.
- Review it again after one week.
- Schedule additional review sessions at regular intervals throughout your preparation.
Vary Your Review Methods
- On some days, focus on reading your notes and refreshing key concepts.
- On others, actively apply what you have learned by solving targeted practice problems.
- Occasionally, complete mixed-topic problem sets to reinforce how topics appear in combination, just as they will on the actual GMAT.
Track Your Progress
Maintain a simple log of which topics you have reviewed, when you reviewed them, and how you performed on the corresponding questions. This will help you identify any areas that require additional attention.
Understand Why Repetition Matters
The human brain is built to forget information it deems unimportant. By revisiting topics regularly, you are sending a clear message that this material matters. Each time you review, you strengthen the neural pathways that store and retrieve that knowledge. You also increase your ability to recognize patterns and apply concepts in new ways, which is critical for GMAT success.
Integrate Review Into Your Overall Study Plan
A good rule of thumb is to dedicate about twenty to thirty percent of your weekly study time to reviewing previously learned material. This will help ensure that you are not just learning new content but also reinforcing what you have already covered.
Do Not Assume One Pass Is Enough
Mastery comes from repeated, thoughtful engagement with the material over time. Students who build review into their routines are far more likely to reach and exceed their target scores.
If you build this habit into your preparation from the start, you will reduce the likelihood of forgetting what you have worked hard to learn. You will also feel more confident and prepared when test day arrives.
Reach out to me with any questions about your GMAT prep. Happy studying!
Warmest regards,
Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep
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