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Test preparation

GMAT Focus Edition preparation

The GMAT Focus Edition is the current version of the GMAT. It has three sections of 45 minutes each and tests the reasoning skills business schools care about: quantitative problem-solving, critical reasoning and reading, and interpreting data. A strong GMAT can also unlock merit scholarships at business schools.

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Total score 205–805, with section scores of 60–90. You choose the section order and can review and change up to three answers per section. Scores are valid for five years.
  • Sections3
  • TypeAdmissions test
  • Accepted in6 countries
  • ClassesLahore & online

Test format

Total score 205–805, with section scores of 60–90. You choose the section order and can review and change up to three answers per section. Scores are valid for five years.

1

Quantitative Reasoning

45 minutes

21 problem-solving questions. No calculator.

2

Verbal Reasoning

45 minutes

23 questions: critical reasoning and reading comprehension.

3

Data Insights

45 minutes

20 questions on tables, graphs and multi-source data. An on-screen calculator is provided.

How our GMAT classes work

01

Diagnostic test and a target score for your schools

02

Quant fundamentals rebuilt for the no-calculator section

03

Critical reasoning frameworks

04

Data Insights practice with real-style tables and graphs

05

Section order and review strategy

06

Full timed mocks

07

Profile advice for MBA scholarships

GMAT FAQs

01What is a good GMAT Focus score?

Around 645–685 is competitive for many good programmes, and the most selective MBAs see averages above that. Check each school’s class profile.

02Is the GMAT Focus harder than the old GMAT?

It is shorter and has no sentence correction or essay, but adds Data Insights. Scores are on a different scale, so old and new scores are not directly comparable.

03Do I need work experience before the GMAT?

No, you can take it any time, and scores last five years. Most full-time MBAs expect work experience when you apply, but many business master’s programmes do not.

04Can I take the GMAT online?

Yes. It is available at test centres and online.

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