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O Level
Business Studies
Syllabus 7115Cambridge International
Cambridge O Level Business Studies (7115) introduces students to the world of commerce, marketing, finance and human resources. Two structured papers, 100 marks each. A strong choice for students considering business, accounting, economics or entrepreneurship at university.
Key topics
- Business activity, classification & growth
- Marketing — 4 Ps, segmentation, market research
- Operations management & production methods
- Financial information — cash flow, profitability
- Human resources — motivation, leadership, recruitment
- External influences & business environment
Exam tips
- 01Always link your answer back to the case-study business — context-free answers lose marks.
- 02Use definitions + examples + impact structure for explain questions.
- 03Master the 'evaluate' command word — discuss both sides + a justified judgement.
- 04Practice past papers from at least the last 5 sessions — pattern recognition is half the battle.
- 05Master the CAIE command words: define, explain, evaluate, calculate, describe, compare, state.