Maajed
Dubai, UAEGMAT730
What is the GMAT?
The GMAT Focus Edition is the current version of the GMAT, made by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). It has three equal sections — Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Data Insights — and takes 2 hours 15 minutes. Business schools use it to judge readiness for MBA and business master's programs.
Who takes it
- MBA applicants
- Applicants to business master's programs (finance, management, analytics)
- Working professionals targeting top business schools
Official information: GMAC website.
GMAT format at a glance
3 sections135 minutes of testing
| Section | Time | Questions | What it tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Reasoning | 45 min | 21 questions | Problem solving with arithmetic and algebra |
| Verbal Reasoning | 45 min | 23 questions | Critical reasoning and reading comprehension |
| Data Insights | 45 min | 20 questions | Data sufficiency, tables, graphics and multi-source reasoning |
How GMAT scoring works
Total score from 205 to 805; every score ends in 5
205805
How to prepare for the GMAT
Treat Data Insights as its own skill
Data Insights mixes maths, logic and reading. Practise it as a separate section rather than an afterthought.
Master critical reasoning
Verbal on the Focus Edition is critical reasoning and reading comprehension only. Learn to find the conclusion and the gap in every argument.
Use the review and edit feature
You can bookmark and change up to three answers per section. Plan when you will use it.
Choose your section order
You pick the order of the three sections. Practise in the order you will use on test day.
A sample GMAT study plan
Every plan we build starts from your diagnostic. This is a typical shape for a student starting from a solid base.
- Weeks 1–3Diagnostic, core Quant review and critical reasoning basics
- Weeks 4–8Data Insights drills, timed sets and an error log for every section
- Weeks 9–12Full-length practice exams, pacing and review strategy
How we coach the GMAT
A plan for you
We start from your diagnostic, target score and test date, and plan your hours around them.
Live online sessions
Sessions focus on the GMAT skills you need most, with practice and review.
Practice that counts
Timed practice and mistake reviews show exactly what to fix next.
$20 to $40 / hour
Your rate depends on the plan you choose.
GMAT student results
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GMAT FAQs
What is the GMAT Focus Edition?
It is the current GMAT. It has three 45-minute sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Data Insights. There is no essay.
What is the GMAT score range?
Total scores run from 205 to 805. Each section is also scored separately from 60 to 90.
Should I take the GMAT or the GRE for an MBA?
Most business schools accept both. Take a diagnostic for each and choose the one where you start stronger, unless your target schools state a preference.
How long are GMAT scores valid?
GMAT scores are valid for five years.
How much does GMAT coaching cost at BetterMyScores?
Between $20 and $40 per hour, depending on your plan. Ask for a plan on WhatsApp and we'll share an exact quote.
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