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Based on True Story: Developing CAT-based High-stakes Exam with Latest Innovations

Sat, April 13, 3:05 to 4:35pm, Convention Center, Floor: First, 121A

Session Type: Coordinated Paper Session

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Since its inception in 1954, the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) has been the leading assessment for admissions to 7700+ MBA and business-related programs across 2400+ global universities. With the evolving demography of test-takers, propelled by the geo-political dynamics and the emergence of the Generation Z cohort, coupled with the nuanced shifts in the considerations and process for admission decision making, and the concomitant advancements in information technology, it became crucial for the GMAT exam to undergo continuous evolution to maintain its relevance in the market and effectively cater to the needs of its users and stakeholders. Recently unveiled in 2023, the latest iteration of the GMAT, aptly named GMAT Focus, represents a monumental transformation of the exam, marking the most significant overhaul in its 70-year history. This comprehensive redesigning, underpinned by a decade of research and three years of meticulous development and execution, epitomizes the commitment to progress. In this coordinated session, the psychometricians intricately involved in the evolution of GMAT Focus unveil novel innovations integrated into the new test format. Moreover, they candidly share insights gleaned from real-world experiences, alongside the challenges surmounted during the course of its conceptualization and implementation.

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