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Edexcel GCSE Business Studies Past Papers

This section includes recent GCSE Business, Business Studies, Business Communications and Business Studies and Economics past papers from Pearon Edexcel. You can download each of the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business past papers and marking schemes by clicking the links below.

Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business June 2022 (1BS0) Past Papers

Paper 1: Investigating Small Business (1BS0/01) Download Past Paper     -    Download Mark Scheme

Paper 2: Building a Business (1BS0/02) Download Past Paper     -    Download Mark Scheme

Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business November 2021 (1BS0) Past Papers

Paper 2: Building a Business (1BS0/02) Download Past Paper     -    Download Mark Scheme  

Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business November 2020 (1BS0) Past Papers

Paper 1: Investigating Small Business (1BS0/01) Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Paper 2: Building a Business (1BS0/02) Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

The above papers are labelled June 2020

Pearson Edexcel GCSE Business June 2019 (1BS0) Past Papers

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2018 Past Papers

Business Studies, Business Communications and Business Studies and Economics: Unit 1:  Introduction to Small Business  (5BS01/01) - Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies: Unit 3:  Building a Business  (5BS03/01) -  Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Business Communications: Unit 4:  Business Communications  (5BS04/01) -  Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies and Economics: Unit 5:  Introduction to Economic Understanding  (5BS05/01) -  Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies  (Short Course): Unit 6: Introduction to Small Business  (5BS06/01) -  Download Past Paper    -   Download Mark Scheme

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2017 Past Papers

Business Studies, Business Communications and Business Studies and Economics: Unit 1:  Introduction to Small Business  (5BS01/01) - Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies: Unit 3:  Building a Business  (5BS03/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Communications: Unit 4:  Business Communications  (5BS04/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies and Economics: Unit 5:  Introduction to Economic Understanding  (5BS05/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies  (Short Course): Unit 6:  Introduction to Small Business  (5BS06/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2016 Past Papers

Business Studies, Business Communications and Business Studies and Economics: Unit 1: Introduction to Small Business (5BS01/01) - Past Paper Currently Unavailable -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies: Unit 3: Building a Business (5BS03/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Communications: Unit 4: Business Communications (5BS04/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies and Economics: Unit 5: Introduction to Economic Understanding (5BS05/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Business Studies (Short Course): Unit 6: Introduction to Small Business (5BS06/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2015

Business Studies, Business Communications and Business Studies and Economics: Unit 1: Introduction to Small Business (5BS01/01) -  Download Past Paper  -  Download Mark Scheme

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2014

Edexcel GCSE Business June 2013

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Question paper (Modified A4 18pt): Paper 1 Influences of operations and HRM on business activity - November 2021

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Organisational Structures ( Edexcel GCSE Business )

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Understanding Organisational Structure Terminology

• An organisational structure outlines the reporting relationships, roles, and responsibilities of employees in the organisation
• They should consider how the structure may affect the management and effectiveness of operations and communications
• A well-designed organisational structure helps to promote clarity, efficiency, and accountability

Key terminology used in organisational design

1. Hierarchy

• It describes the ranking of positions from top to bottom
• The higher the position in the hierarchy, the more authority and power it holds
• The hierarchy usually includes top-level management, middle-level management, and lower-level employees

2. Chain of command

• It defines who reports to whom and who is responsible for making decisions
• The chain of command helps to establish a clear communication channel and helps to maintain accountability within the organization

3. Span of control

• Span of control refers to the number of employees that a manager or supervisor can effectively manage
• A narrower span of control means that there are more layers of management
• A wider span of control means that there are fewer layers of management

4. Centralised and decentralised structures

• In a centralised structure , decision-making authority is concentrated at the top of the organization with senior management making most of the decisions
• Decentralisation can promote flexibility and innovation, while centralisation can promote consistency and control

Different Types of Organisational Structure

• Hierarchical (tall) organisational structures
• Flat organisational structures  

The Different Structures & the Impact they have on Business Efficiency & Motivation

The Importance of Effective Communication

• Effective communication between a business and its stakeholders is vital
• It helps managers and employees to minimise mistakes
• It supports everyone involved in a business to understand their role and what is expected of them
• It ensures that the businesses values and objectives are clear
• It provides customers with the information they need to understand goods and services
• Managers should make sure that communication is  controlled and  organised to ensure that a suitable level of communication exists between key stakeholders  
• Effective communications need to be
• clear and easily understood
• appropriate for the intended audience
• via the right medium
• provide a chance for feedback  

The implications of over or under-communication in business

Barriers to Effective Communication

• Written communication can be affected by poor spelling and grammar, illegible handwriting or unclear presentation
• Verbal communication can be affected by language difficulties, the speed of speaking, or strong accents
• Jargon refers to technical language or acronyms that may not be understood by a non-expert

Different Ways of Working

• Technological developments and flexible working arrangements mean that businesses now have several options for organising the way workers are employed

The range of ways of working

• Full-time employees usually work for more than 35 hours per week whilst part-time employees work fewer hours but are entitled to the same benefits such as paid holidays  
• Flexible employees may be full-time or part-time and have some choice over when they complete their hours of work
• E.g. working during the night for one week followed by a week of working during daytime hours, with time off between the types of shift  
• Fixed term contracts guarantee a certain amount of hours of work for workers for a specific period of time
• Zero hours contracts do not guarantee hours of work to employees but workers are expected to be available should they be needed  
• A  freelance worker is a self-employed contractor who works for a variety of businesses on a job-by-job basis

The Impact of Technology on Ways of Working

• Advances in technology have made remote working a popular option for many businesses
• Employees can work from home and enjoy greater flexibility and a better work-life balance

Benefits of Remote Working for Businesses and Employees

• Email and messaging software allows messages to be sent and received instantly at little cost
• Online meeting software such as Skype or Zoom allows for face to face communication without the need for travel
• Processes such as recruitment can be speeded up as documents can be transferred and signed electronically
• Mobile devices such as laptops and tablets can be used anywhere allowing employees to remain productive outside of their normal workplace

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