Should I start studying for GMAT current version or Focus edition

Question

Hi All,

I have taken GMAT thrice till now, the latest one in late December and got 670(Q49,V33) in that. I have taken a break and not studied since then.

I was planning to start the studies now, but hearing of the new focus edition and considering SC an area I struggle with, I am confused whether I should start my prep for the current version of GMAT or start my prep a bit later for the focus edition.

Please let me know your views.

GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Consider mentioning when you plan to apply for your MBA.

bb · Answer

Well... the new version of the test is not going to be available for months - at least 6 months and possibly later so I would not feel comfortable pushing it out that late...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGgTO0JEoRw

MartyTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi GautamKhanduja.

The GMAT focus edition is expected be released in the fourth quarter of this year. So, if you want to be done with the GMAT before then, you should prepare for and take the current version of the GMAT.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

GautamKhanduja,

By when would you like to apply to business school?

GautamKhanduja · Answer

I will be applying to B Schools early next year.

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi GautamKhanduja,

We last discussed your studies after you took your Official attempt back in December. Based on those results, while your overall SC skills could certainly use some improvement (as you were spending too much time on those prompts), you also had a big opportunity to pick up points in RC. If your Score Goal is still 710+, then you're closer to that result that you probably realize. The questions now are really about how much your GMAT skills may have 'faded' over the last 3 months - and if you're a flexible-enough thinker to make the necessary changes to how you 'see' (and respond to) the Verbal section. You could potentially hit your Goal with another 1-1.5 months of consistent, guided study - so waiting that long to take the new GMAT Focus Edition doesn't make much sense. If you'd like to discuss how best to proceed with your studies, then you can feel free to PM or email me.

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