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Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Business (4BS1). What it covers, how it is assessed, a link to the official specification, and the free study material Marlbridge publishes for it.
- Syllabus
- 4BS1
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- Pearson Edexcel
- Qualification
- IGCSE
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Topics and resources
Each topic below is from the official Pearson Edexcel document for Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Business (4BS1), with its study guides, revision notes and practice questions together. Everything here is for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business (4BS1) only.
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- Revise with revision notes
- Practise with practice questions
- Flashcards 142 cards, by topic and subtopic
- Printable topic checklist Tick off each topic as you revise
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- Topic 1
Business activity and influences on business
Covers Business objectives, Types of organisations, Classification of businesses, Decisions on location, Business and the international economy, Government objectives and policies, External factors, What makes a business successful?
Study guides
- Business and the international economy (4BS1) Read guide
- Business objectives and types of organisation (4BS1) Read guide
- Classification of businesses and location decisions (4BS1) Read guide
- Government objectives and policies, and external factors (4BS1) Read guide
- What makes a business successful (4BS1) Read guide
Revision notes
- Business and the international economy (4BS1) Revise topic
- Business objectives and types of organisation (4BS1) Revise topic
- Classification of businesses and location decisions (4BS1) Revise topic
- Government objectives and policies, and external factors (4BS1) Revise topic
- What makes a business successful (4BS1) Revise topic
Practice questions
- Business and the international economy (4BS1) Try questions
- Business objectives and types of organisation (4BS1) Try questions
- Classification of businesses and location decisions (4BS1) Try questions
- Government objectives and policies, and external factors (4BS1) Try questions
- What makes a business successful (4BS1) Try questions
- Topic 2
People in business
Covers Internal and external communication, Recruitment and selection process, Training, Motivation and rewards, Organisation structure and employees
Study guides
Revision notes
- Topic 3
Business finance
Covers Business finance - sources, Cash flow forecasting, Costs and break-even analysis, Financial documents, Accounts analysis
Study guides
Revision notes
- Topic 4
Marketing
Covers Market research, The market, The marketing mix
Revision notes
- Topic 5
Business operations
Covers Economies and diseconomies of scale, Production, Factors of production, Quality
Study guides
Revision notes
Source: Pearson Edexcel – official International GCSE in Business (4BS1) specification PDF (Issue 2, February 2026) — Issue 2, February 2026. Verified 2026-10-27. Subtopics are shown where Marlbridge has entered them; a topic may have more in the official document. A topic listed here is part of the syllabus; it does not mean Marlbridge has published material for it. Always check the current syllabus for your examination year.
About this course
- Qualification
- Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business
- Spec code
- 4BS1
- Does Marlbridge teach it?
- Not at the moment — free study resources only
- Are resources available?
- Yes — 45 published
- Is enrolment open?
- No — classes are not currently offered in this subject
- Official specification
- Pearson Edexcel specification
- Topic checklist
- Printable 4BS1 checklist
- Where was this verified?
- 2026-10-27, official Pearson Edexcel specification
Compiled and maintained by the Marlbridge Academic Team, checked against the official Pearson Edexcel specification on 2026-10-27.
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The qualification
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Business (4BS1)
Marlbridge's summary of the course
Students study business activity and influences on business, people in business, business finance, marketing and business operations, applying them to small-business and large-business scenarios.
The board's own description is on the official Pearson Edexcel syllabus page.
Specification Issue 2 (February 2026), valid for examination from June 2019; linear, June and November series; last assessment November 2028. Paper 1 Investigating small businesses (1 hour 30 minutes, 80 marks, 50%) and Paper 2 Investigating large businesses (1 hour 30 minutes, 80 marks, 50%); both draw on the whole content. A new modular International GCSE Business starts teaching in September 2027 and is not covered. Added as a free-resources course on 2026-10-27 (no classes offered).
Specifications change between examination series. Always confirm the current syllabus and assessment structure on the Pearson Edexcel syllabus page for your examination year.
Assessment structure
Linear qualification
| Component | Duration | Marks | Weighting | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4BS1/01: Paper 1: Investigating small businesses | 1h 30m | 80 | 50% | Written exam |
| 4BS1/02: Paper 2: Investigating large businesses | 1h 30m | 80 | 50% | Written exam |
Source: official Pearson Edexcel specification, verified 2026-10-27. Confirmed against the Pearson specification (Issue 2, February 2026): two externally assessed written papers, each 1 hour 30 minutes and 80 marks (50% each), each of four compulsory 20-mark questions; calculators may be used; June and November availability; linear. Paper 1 scenarios are based on a small business (up to 49 employees), Paper 2 on a large business (more than 250 employees). Added 2026-10-27.
Questions about this course
How is Pearson Edexcel Business (4BS1) assessed?
Pearson Edexcel Business (4BS1) is assessed through: 4BS1/01 (Paper 1: Investigating small businesses) — 1h 30m, 80 marks, 50% of the qualification; 4BS1/02 (Paper 2: Investigating large businesses) — 1h 30m, 80 marks, 50% of the qualification. It is a linear qualification. Source: official Pearson Edexcel specification, verified 2026-10-27.
What topics does Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business (4BS1) cover?
5 topics in the current syllabus: Business activity and influences on business; People in business; Business finance; Marketing; Business operations. The printable topic checklist lists every topic and subtopic on one page.
Can I get a tutor for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business (4BS1)?
Not at the moment. Marlbridge publishes free study resources for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business (4BS1) but is not offering classes in it.
Are there free Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Business (4BS1) revision notes and practice questions?
Yes. Marlbridge has published 45 free resources for this course (study guides, practice questions, revision notes), free to read with no sign-up.
The subject
Business teaching and study resources, organised by level and topic.
Business at other qualifications
These are separate qualifications with different syllabuses and assessments — not different names for the same course. Check which one your school enters you for.
- Cambridge A Level Business Syllabus 9609
- Cambridge O Level Business Syllabus 7115
- Pearson Edexcel A Level Business Syllabus YBS11
- Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business Syllabus 1BS0
- AQA GCSE Business Syllabus 8132
- AQA A Level Business Syllabus 7132
- AQA AS Level Business Syllabus 7137
- OCR GCSE Business Syllabus J204
- OCR A Level Business Syllabus H431
- OxfordAQA A Level Business Syllabus 9625 / 9725
- International Baccalaureate IB Diploma Programme Business Syllabus DP Business Management
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